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Jonathan Berger

Odessa,TX

Summary

Experienced Master Automotive Technician with 15+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of Ford, Gm, Dodge, Nissan, Toyota automobiles, also light and medium-duty trucks. Posses A1-A8 ASE Certifications. Experience also extends into air and propulsion for Fighter Jets with Military background. Have 8+ year of teaching apprentice technicians.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master Automotive Technician

Premier Auto Care
03.2022 - Current
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands. ( all foreign and domestic)
  • Maintained compliance with dealer and manufacturer standards for warranty repair and maintenance actions.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs, maintenance and Diagnostics on cars, light and medium duty trucks.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Mastered system and trained new employees on proper procedures.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Utilized and navigated diagnostic system for trouble shooting like mitchells, identifix, stellar, tech 2.
  • diagnosed, replaced and programmed on board modules or nodes.

Lead Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
03.2012 - 03.2022
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • 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.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Consulted with other store management and technicians to assist with diagnosing concerns with more advance and difficult issues resulting in confirmed repairs.
  • Assisted with daily work load distribution.
  • Repaired and Maintain small shop equipment.
  • Trained all new technicians for BRSO in all odessa stores.

Tactical Aircraft Maintainer

Air Force Reserves
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Maintained 90% Mission ready fly rate for Fighters Jets at 95th AMU with hard work dedication.
  • Supervised launch and recovery of aircraft on flight deck by communicating with personnel.
  • Supervised moving, jacking and lifting procedures.
  • Assisted in recovering downed or damaged aircraft.
  • Cleaned and repaired aircraft components regularly.
  • Reviewed maintenance data to find trends and plan regular maintenance.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.

Tactical Aircraft Maintainer

USAF
03.2008 - 03.2012
  • Work Experience on the F15 Strike Eagle, F22 Raptor, and F16 Talon.
  • Supervised launch and recovery of aircraft on flight deck by communicating with personnel.
  • Supervised moving, jacking and lifting procedures.
  • Cleaned and repaired aircraft components regularly.
  • Reviewed maintenance data to find trends and plan regular maintenance.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diverse aircraft engines, avionics and hydraulics.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Evaluated individual aircraft components to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair, and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines, and flight control.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects.
  • Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings, and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Maintained, repaired, serviced and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical, and liquid oxygen systems.
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Performed flight line AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
  • Worked in flight line support section.
  • Maintained, updated and repaired all equipment for flight line squadron usage.
  • Manage of several flight line equipment programs ( rag program, hazmat program, calibration's equipment program and dash 21 programs).
  • Ran and maintained computer equipment distribution software with matched hard copy for thousands of tools in Support section.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Sophia Learning
Minneapolis, MN
07.2027

Associate of Applied Science - Tactical Air Craft Maintainer

Community Collage of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
09.2008

Skills

  • Automotive Training Experience
  • Leadership Skill
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Electrical Systems
  • Schematic Comprehension
  • Electrical Understanding
  • Safety Awareness
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Accomplishments

  • Master certified automotive tech since 2018
  • Technician of the year for Abilene area for years 2017 and 2018
  • Managed a shift of 20+ Airman for 9 months with all given tasks complied with to support a 95% fly rate for squadron.
  • Air force Achievement metal
  • 2 Air force outstanding unit awards
  • Air force Good Conduct Metal
  • Supervised team of 5 technicians and work loads to support an excellent customer service rating.

Certification

  • Advanced alignment Training - BRSO-2014
  • MACS certified (life)
  • 301 Advance Engine Diagnostics course certified for BRSO, 2018
  • ASE Master Automotive Technician-2018

Timeline

Master Automotive Technician

Premier Auto Care
03.2022 - Current

Lead Automotive Technician

Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
03.2012 - 03.2022

Tactical Aircraft Maintainer

Air Force Reserves
03.2012 - 03.2014

Tactical Aircraft Maintainer

USAF
03.2008 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Sophia Learning

Associate of Applied Science - Tactical Air Craft Maintainer

Community Collage of The Air Force

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