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Jason Whitehead

Houston,TX

Summary

Shop foreman with a strong background in vehicle diagnostics and repair. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and deliver consistent, high-quality results. Renowned for adaptability and reliability in meeting evolving automotive service needs, with strong skills in problem-solving and technical repairs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Service Technician

Porsche West Houston
Houston, TX
01.2016 - Current
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Gold Certified - recertified in 2024
  • Became Shop Foreman in Feburary 2019
  • Associate of the year in 2022
  • Manthey Certification
  • HV-E certification (Taycan battery repair)
  • Diesel, GT cars, 918, and Carrera GT Certifications
  • EPA 609 Certification
  • Head of Safety Leadership Team

Automotive Service Technician

West Houston Volkswagen
Houston, TX
11.2011 - 01.2016
  • 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.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.

Automotive Service Technician

Jersey Village Volkswagen
Houston, TX
05.2010 - 11.2011
  • 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.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.

Automotive Service Technician

Alexandria Volkswagen
Alexandria, VA
04.2009 - 05.2010
  • 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.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Became team leader.

Automotive Service Technician

Koons Volkswagen
Maryland
08.2007 - 04.2009
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • I left because the dealer closed.

Service Technician

Southern Volkswagen
Waldorf, MD
11.2004 - 08.2007
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment to promote optimal productivity and adherence to safety standards.

Education

Volkswagen Manufacture Training VATRP - Automotive

Universal Technical Institute
Houston, TX
10-2004

High School Diploma -

Vidor High School
Vidor, TX
01-2001

Skills

    Leadership

    Communication

    Technical Expertise

    Time Management

    Attention to detail

    Problem solving

    Customer Service

    Training and Mentorship

    Commitment to excellence

Timeline

Automotive Service Technician

Porsche West Houston
01.2016 - Current

Automotive Service Technician

West Houston Volkswagen
11.2011 - 01.2016

Automotive Service Technician

Jersey Village Volkswagen
05.2010 - 11.2011

Automotive Service Technician

Alexandria Volkswagen
04.2009 - 05.2010

Automotive Service Technician

Koons Volkswagen
08.2007 - 04.2009

Service Technician

Southern Volkswagen
11.2004 - 08.2007

Volkswagen Manufacture Training VATRP - Automotive

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Vidor High School
Jason Whitehead