Jonathan Mcinturf
Automotive Technician
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Experienced Automotive Technician with 15+ years in restoring vehicles, diagnosing problems and detailing interiors. Specific expertise in diagnostics and repair of steering and suspension foreign automobiles and light-duty trucks. Bringing excellence, devotion and vehicle expertise, as well as proven skills in diagnosing problems and satisfying customers. Hardworking Mechanic successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs on import vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong skills in investigating problems and developing successful solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Used Car Technician
Big Two Toyota
Chandler, AZ
06.2010 - Current
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
- Rotated and balanced tires for even wear.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Completed computer-assigned vehicle alignments.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Measured depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Tech1/Level 2 Technician
Sears Auto Center
Chandler, AZ
06.2007 - 06.2010
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect and cool engine.
- Worked alone or in team-based systems to complete up to [20] oil changes each day.
- Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes and other systems as part of [64]-point inspection.
- Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals.
- Learned to perform vehicle alignments and diagnose and repair suspension malfunctions to expand automotive services skill set.
- Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
- Attended in-house training courses and webinars to learn about vehicle electrical system, brakes, and diagnostic and repair techniques.
- Cleaned automotive service bays and removed debris and hazardous waste to promote organized work environment.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Repair
EVIT East Valley Institute of Technology
Mesa Az 08.2006 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Blue Print Education
Chandler Az 03.2006 - 06.2022
Skills
Vehicle alignment
Certification
Steering and Suspension ASE
Timeline
Hunter certified 4 wheel alignments
01-2022
Steering and Suspension ASE
07-2021
Used Car Technician
Big Two Toyota
06.2010 - Current
Tech1/Level 2 Technician
Sears Auto Center
06.2007 - 06.2010
No Degree - Automotive Repair
EVIT East Valley Institute of Technology
08.2006 - 03.2008
High School Diploma -
Blue Print Education
03.2006 - 06.2022
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