John Eckert Jr
Lompoc,CA
Summary
Skilled Automotive & Equipment Technician with a proven track record at Sunset Auto Center Inc, where I elevated repair quality and efficiency. Expert in electrical failure repairs and renowned for exceptional time management, I significantly enhanced junior technicians' skills. My dedication to continuous learning and mastery in both hard and soft skills ensures top-notch service delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive & Equipment Technician
Sunset Auto Center Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Mentored junior technicians, sharing expertise to improve their diagnostic and repair skills.
- managed repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements through continuous professional development courses and certifications.
- Completed warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Used specialized tools.
- Enhanced shop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment, enabling faster repairs.
- Handled warranty claims professionally, ensuring the appropriate documentation was submitted for timely processing.
- Kept equipment in good working order.
- Analyzed malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Equipment Technician
Lompoc Unified School District
06.2016 - 03.2022
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of equipment repairs, maintenance activities, and performance data for future reference.
- Maintained documentation of equipment maintenance tasks, new installations, and repair procedures.
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Evaluated facilities equipment and interpreted data.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects involving the installation or modification of various types of production equipment as needed.
Automotive Technician
Sunset Auto Center Inc
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Trained and coached junior employees
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry standards
- Ensured accurate documentation.
- Performed thorough quality control inspections on completed repairs, guaranteeing customer satisfaction upon vehicle return.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Education
No Degree - Automotive
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA10-2009
High School Diploma -
Lompoc High School
Lompoc, CA06-1999
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Parts replacement
- Engine rebuilds
- Heating and air conditioning
- Welding and fabrication
- Electrical failure repairs
- Brake systems
- Powertrain systems
- Suspension systems
Certification
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)= master automotive technician
- Forklift Certification- past certification
- First Aid Certification-past certification
- general motors GOLD certified technician in various areas
- CDL B license current- expires 08/25
Timeline
Automotive & Equipment Technician
Sunset Auto Center Inc
10.2022 - Current
Equipment Technician
Lompoc Unified School District
06.2016 - 03.2022
Automotive Technician
Sunset Auto Center Inc
06.2010 - 06.2016
- Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE)= master automotive technician
- Forklift Certification- past certification
- First Aid Certification-past certification
- general motors GOLD certified technician in various areas
- CDL B license current- expires 08/25
No Degree - Automotive
Allan Hancock College
High School Diploma -
Lompoc High School
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