Kenneth Archer

• Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
• Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
• Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
• Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
• Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
• Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
• Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
• Performed safety and emissions inspections.
• Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
• 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.
• Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
• Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
• Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
• Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
• Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
• Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
• Service hybrid and full electric according to vehicles to OEM recommended maintenance
• Lead team of repair technicians distribute workload, supervise team members, and review and close work orders
• Handled 8 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
• Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity
• Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
• Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications

• Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
• Plan vehicles to be maintained for day -to -day business and to keep car lot full of sellable units
• Crew chief stock car race team of 6 cars test and develop car setup to lower track time, lower tire wear (temperature), and drivability in corners, perform testing on chassis Dyno. to develop horsepower and engine tune for ultimate performance, repair and perform race preparation of all race cars
• Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands
• Managed inventory control, cash control and store opening and closing procedures
• Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning

install and design turbo and supercharger kits on chevy and dodge cars and trucks, develop fuel systems and intake systems for turbo charging systems along with tuning of pcm with correct fuel mapping and timing

perform repairs on performance vehicles, and order parts for customer builds