Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Jackson Grotto

Sugar Grove

Summary

Professional technician with strong expertise in automotive repair and maintenance. Skilled in diagnostics, engine repair, and electrical systems. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability. Reliable and focused on delivering high-quality results in every task. Seeking a role to further develop skills as an aircraft technician, and learn from trained professionals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

Gerald Subaru Of North Aurora
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.

Automotive Technician

River Front Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.

Automotive Technician

Richs' Auto Repair Shop
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Raised vehicle on hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
  • Assisted senior technicians with challenging projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of automotive repair work.
  • Maximized productivity by efficiently managing assigned tasks, prioritizing based on urgency and complexity of each job.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Kaneland High School
Maple Park, IL
05-2021

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail
  • Engine repair
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand and power tools
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting skills

Accomplishments

While attending the Fox Valley Automotive program, I won Student of the semester 3 times.

Certification

- Certified AllData Automotive Information Specialist

- Motorist Assurance Program Certificate of Completion

- Mercedes-Benz Electrical Fundamentals Certificate of Completion

- Mercedes-Benz Single Use Fasteners Certificate of Completion

- Mercedes-Benz AKUBIS: MOE Tires & more Certificate of Completion

- Mercedes-Benz Tire Mounting and Road Force Safety Certificate of Completion

- Mercedes-Benz Xentry Diagnosis - Fundamentals and Functions Certificate of Completion

- Garage GURUS Catalytic Converter Technology Certificate of Completion

- S/P2: Preparing a vehicle for Service and Working with Customers

- S/P2: Valvoline: Motor Oil 101

- S/P2: Electric Vehicle Safety

- S/P2: Automotive Service Safety

- S/P2: Automotive Service Pollution Prevention

- S/P2: Valvoline: Automotive Fluids 101

- S/P2: Valvoline: Automotive Chemicals 101

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Gerald Subaru Of North Aurora
07.2022 - 08.2024

Automotive Technician

River Front Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
07.2021 - 07.2022

Automotive Technician

Richs' Auto Repair Shop
04.2018 - 03.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

Waubonsee Community College

High School Diploma -

Kaneland High School

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