Joel Houser
Kingston
Summary
Skilled Automotive Technician Apprentice with hands-on experience in car diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Known for strengths in customer service and problem-solving abilities, combined with knowledge of various vehicle systems. Effectively contributed to workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction in previous roles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Auctioneer
Self employed
Kingston
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted live auctions for various forms of personal property from hand tools to professional equipment and livestock.
- Managed auction logistics including item cataloging, display, and setup for events.
- Developed marketing materials to promote upcoming auctions and attract potential buyers.
- Utilized online platforms for virtual auctions to expand reach and accessibility.
- Researched and appraised items to determine value and set opening bids.
- Analyzed data from previous auctions in order to make informed decisions when planning future ones.
- Supervised staff members responsible for setting up display areas prior to each auction event.
- Resolved disputes between buyers and sellers regarding payment amounts or item condition.
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Action Automotive LLC
Chillicothe
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in diagnosing vehicle issues using specialty tools and equipment.
- Completed routine maintenance tasks including oil changes and tire rotations.
- Worked with senior technicians on larger repair tasks and projects.
- Delivered customer’s vehicles to them after servicing.
- Assisted senior technicians with heavy truck repairs including transmission, engine, and driveline replacements
Antique farm equipment restorer
Houser & Sons farm equipment
Kingston
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Identify, diagnose and repair damaged / inoperable parts on heavy farm equipment
- Repair or replace body parts
- Repaint antique equipment with fine detail, i.e. patina / artificial distressing on paint
- Detail new equipment for the showroom floor
- Fully clean and detail all equipment that arrived
Education
Zane Trace High School
Chillicothe, OhioASE Non Structural Collision Repair - Automotive Non Structural Collision Repair
Pickaway-Ross CTC
Chillicothe, Ohio 08.2022 - 05.2024
Skills
- Auction logistics
- Item appraisal
- Virtual auction management
- Marketing material development
- Customer service
- Diagnosis of automotive issues
- Mechanical aptitude
- Fine detail tasks
Timeline
Auctioneer
Self employed
02.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Action Automotive LLC
02.2024 - 08.2024
Antique farm equipment restorer
Houser & Sons farm equipment
10.2023 - 12.2023
ASE Non Structural Collision Repair - Automotive Non Structural Collision Repair
Pickaway-Ross CTC
08.2022 - 05.2024
Zane Trace High School