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, TX10-2004
High School Diploma -
Vidor High School
Vidor, TX01-2001
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