Jonathan John
Auto Mechanic
Fruitland,NM
Summary
Experienced Auto Mechanic with 37 years of experience. Skilled in efficient diagnosis, repair and replacement of general automotive parts and accessories. Maintains direct interaction with customers and delivers superior service through educating customers on problems and proposed solutions. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity with vast knowledge of complex mechanical and electronic vehicle systems and excellent problem-solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Auto Mechanic
Uncle Bob's Auto & Truck Repair
Farmington, New Mexico
10.2014 - 07.2021
- Examined components and general state of vehicle engine to diagnose issues accurately.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of vehicles, trailers and other motorized and educational program equipment.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
Automotive Technician
Thompson's Machine Shop
Kirtland , New Mexico
09.2012 - 10.2014
- 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.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- 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.
Certified Automotive Technician
Hi-country Buick Gmc
Farmington, New Mexico
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
- 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.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- 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.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
Automotive Mechanic
Thompson's Machine Shop
Kirtland , New Mexico
07.2010 - 11.2011
- Automotive related welding and soldering
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- 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.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Kirtland, NM 08.1979 - 05.1981
Certificate - Automotive Mechanics
Utah Technical College
Provo, UT 08.1983 - 05.1985
Skills
Replacing parts
Brake systems understanding
Calibrating systems
Scheduled services
Rebuilding engines
Diagnostic skills
Preventive maintenance services
Preventive Maintenance
Hand and power tools
Troubleshooting skills
System repairs
Timeline
Auto Mechanic
Uncle Bob's Auto & Truck Repair
10.2014 - 07.2021
Automotive Technician
Thompson's Machine Shop
09.2012 - 10.2014
Certified Automotive Technician
Hi-country Buick Gmc
01.2012 - 09.2012
Automotive Mechanic
Thompson's Machine Shop
07.2010 - 11.2011
Certificate - Automotive Mechanics
Utah Technical College
08.1983 - 05.1985
High School Diploma -
Central High School
08.1979 - 05.1981