Jonathan Burns
Austin,TX
Summary
Skilled automotive repair professional with a solid history of success working on both domestic and import vehicles. Competent in locating problems and performing timely, accurate repairs. Offering several years in the field and a hardworking, reliable nature.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
self
Corpus Christi, TX
02.2019 - Current
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Automotive Technician
Tc Auto
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2011 - 02.2019
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable safety procedures while performing repairs.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Automotive Technician
Mikes Mobile Auto
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Complete frame off restorations.
- Complete A/C and heater operations, diagnosis, testing and repair.
- Diesel engine performance induction system.
Education
Automotive Advanced Technologist
Arnold Oil
Corpus Christi, TXAutomotive advancements
Ford Motorcraft
Corpus Christi, TXGM Automotive Advancements
AC Delco
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Engine overhauls
- Preventive Maintenance
- Estimating Work
- System repairs
- Alignments experience
- Parts Replacement
- Changing Oil
- Calibration understanding
- Issue Resolution
- Tire mounting and balancing
- Bay maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Vendor Relations
- Brake systems diagnostics and repair
- Suspension Systems
- Relaying Complex Information
- Operating pneumatic tools
- Calibrating instruments
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Refurbishing skills
- Problem-Solving
- Replacing Filters
- Coolant flushes
- Quality Assurance
- Soldering skills
- Preparing Work Orders
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Remote service
- Performance Tuning
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Writing work tickets
- Engine repair
- Customer Relations
- ASE Certification
- Electrical Systems diagnosis and repair
- Diesel engines
- Ignition systems
- fuel systems diagnosis, testing and replacement
Certification
- ASE A5 Brakes
- Ford Motorcraft
- AC Delco
Timeline
Owner/Operator
self
02.2019 - Current
Automotive Technician
Tc Auto
07.2011 - 02.2019
Automotive Technician
Mikes Mobile Auto
08.2007 - 06.2011
Automotive Advanced Technologist
Arnold Oil
Automotive advancements
Ford Motorcraft
GM Automotive Advancements
AC Delco