KENNETH ALLEN HYNES JR
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Highly specialized automotive technician with advanced diagnostic and electrical skills that reinforce a strong mechanical background. Highly experienced in all facets of automotive troubleshooting, installation, repair and customization. Specializing in everything from domestics to europeans, imports to exotics, diesels to classics and restorations to customs. Quality of work, reliability and excellent customer service are among my strongest attributes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Manager / Technician
Grand Prix Cafe
02.2020 - Current
Complete shop service manager, writer, parts, customer service rep and lead technician. Schedule workload and quality check for 3 techs. Fluent with Mitchel service program. Custom design, fabrication, and troubleshooting of everything shop related.
Technician Specialist
Elite Automotive
01.2019 - 12.2019
European technician specializing in Audi/VW/Porsche diagnostics, repair and performance. Euro dealer used car inspection, repair and maintenance predominantly Mercedes, BMW, Maserati, Jaguar and Range Rover.
Lead Mechanic
Rubio Premier Motors
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Execute advanced vehicle diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, programming and customization of classic, modern, euro and exotic vehicles.
Lead mechanic
Excellence Automotive
07.2010 - 08.2014
- Advanced vehicle troubleshooting, electrical and exhaust fabrication.
Owner
Audio XTC Inc.
03.2003 - 07.2010
- Complete automotive customization and fabrication. Web design, sales and general business operation.
Master installer
Movin On Sounds & Security Inc.
07.1997 - 01.2003
- Custom mobile audio/video and security. Fiberglass fabrication and advanced electrical.
Education
MECP certified installer - Mobile electronics
RITOP school for mobile electronics
Watertown, MA01-1997
Master installer, First class specialist, Autosound specialist, Security specialist -
Mobile Electronic Certification Program (MECP)
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical engineering technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY01-1996
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Computer programming
- Component testing
- EVAP troubleshooting
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Carbon/fiberglass fabrication
- Metal fabrication
- Welding mig/tig
- Exhaust bending
- Tire mounting/balancing
- NYS Licensed Inspector
- Shop management
Accomplishments
2009 SEMA General Motors Design Award - GM Sport Compact
2010 General Motors Corporate SEMA 1yr contract - 2011 Chevy Camaro Campaign
Timeline
Shop Manager / Technician
Grand Prix Cafe
02.2020 - Current
Technician Specialist
Elite Automotive
01.2019 - 12.2019
Lead Mechanic
Rubio Premier Motors
08.2014 - 01.2019
Lead mechanic
Excellence Automotive
07.2010 - 08.2014
Owner
Audio XTC Inc.
03.2003 - 07.2010
Master installer
Movin On Sounds & Security Inc.
07.1997 - 01.2003
MECP certified installer - Mobile electronics
RITOP school for mobile electronics
Master installer, First class specialist, Autosound specialist, Security specialist -
Mobile Electronic Certification Program (MECP)
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical engineering technology
Rochester Institute of Technology