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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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JOSHUA PARKER

Baytown

Summary

Automotive professional experienced in conducting comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on a range of vehicle systems. Skilled in employing advanced tools and techniques to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues. Offering abilities in system testing, problem-solving, and maintaining high standards of vehicle functionality.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

automotive mobile diagnostic technician

Protech Automotive solutions
05.2022 - Current
  • Performed detailed diagnostics and inspections on vehicles to identify mechanical problems using specialized diagnostic tools.
  • Researched technical service bulletins and documented findings in customer records.
  • Operated a variety of computer-controlled diagnostic equipment to detect malfunctions in engines and other automotive systems.
  • Conducted tests on electrical systems, steering, brakes, suspension, emission control systems, and other related components.
  • Calibrate and diagnose various static and dynamic adas systems
  • Program/code and update new and replacement vehicle modules
  • Perform mechanical repairs, Engine R&R/R&I, Transmission R&R/R&I, Vehicle wiring harness R&R, Suspension R&R/R&I

automotive technician

harting automotive
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Completed preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage, wear, or malfunctioning parts before recommending services or repairs.
  • Provided customer service by explaining repair options clearly so that customers could make informed decisions about their vehicles' needs.
  • Utilized specialized diagnostic tools and equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles.
  • Assisted other technicians in diagnosing difficult problems by providing advice based on prior experience and knowledge of the automotive industry.
  • Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions and performed required repairs.
  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical and mechanical systems to address transmission, engine, and climate control system issues.

Automotive Technician

IAA (Insurance Auto Auctions)
10.2016 - 06.2019
  • Completed preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage, wear, or malfunctioning parts before recommending services or repairs.
  • Performed routine maintenance and service inspections on vehicles, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake repairs.
  • Provided customer service by explaining repair options clearly so that customers could make informed decisions about their vehicles' needs.
  • Utilized specialized diagnostic tools and equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles.
  • Assisted other technicians in diagnosing difficult problems by providing advice based on prior experience and knowledge of the automotive industry.
  • Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions and performed required repairs.

Automotive Technician

NTB
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Completed preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services.
  • Performed routine maintenance and service inspections on vehicles, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake repairs.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage, wear, or malfunctioning parts before recommending services or repairs.
  • Utilized specialized diagnostic tools and equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles.
  • Assisted other technicians in diagnosing difficult problems by providing advice based on prior experience and knowledge of the automotive industry.
  • Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions and performed required repairs.

High Performance AutomotiveTechnician

PowerFAb Automotive
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Completed preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage, wear, or malfunctioning parts before recommending services or repairs.
  • Performed routine maintenance and service inspections on vehicles, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake repairs.
  • Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions and performed required repairs.
  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical and mechanical systems to address transmission, engine, and climate control system issues.
  • Repaired electrical systems including wiring harnesses, starters, alternators and charging systems.
  • Reprogrammed computers when necessary to reset warning lights or adjust settings for optimal performance.
  • Replaced worn and defective gaskets, belts, and filters.
  • Disassembled engines to inspect components for defects or excessive wear using hand tools.
  • Replaced worn or defective parts with new components to restore vehicle performance.
  • Installed custom modifications on vehicles such as Suspension Mods, exhausts, turbo sytems, wheels and tires, Nitrous systems. Fuel Systems, Engine Swaps

Education

High School Diploma -

Parkers Home School
Houston, TX
05-2002

Certificate - Welding

Lonestar College Cyfair
Cypress, TX
05.2017

Automotive technology

Lonestar college North Harris
05.2014

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Electrical diagnostics
  • System testing
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Mechanical tools
  • Diagnostic equipment operation
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Advanced troubleshooting

Certification

  • Lonestar college Automotive Certs, General automotive, automotive electrical, automotive drivability
  • Lonestar College Welding certs, Tig certification, Mig certification, Stick welding certification
  • I-CAR Mechanical Technician PL1 Completed, PL2 & PL3 in progress
  • I-CAR Electrical/Diagnostics Technician PL1 completed, PL2 & PL3 in progress
  • I-CAR ADAS Technician PL1 completed, PL2 & PL3 in progress
  • I-CAR Estimator PL1 completed, PL2 in progress
  • ASE A5 Brakes certified

Timeline

automotive mobile diagnostic technician

Protech Automotive solutions
05.2022 - Current

automotive technician

harting automotive
10.2020 - 05.2022

Automotive Technician

IAA (Insurance Auto Auctions)
10.2016 - 06.2019

Automotive Technician

NTB
02.2016 - 10.2016

High Performance AutomotiveTechnician

PowerFAb Automotive
01.2014 - 01.2016

Automotive technology

Lonestar college North Harris

High School Diploma -

Parkers Home School

Certificate - Welding

Lonestar College Cyfair