Kyle Malone
Pacifica,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable ASE certified automotive professional with background servicing Toyota, Lexus, Honda, and Acura vehicles. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust, engines, transmissions, suspension and steering, electrical systems/components, and HVAC systems. Frequently commended for work quality and speed. Quick to identify mechanical issues and complete repairs. Bringing strong work ethic and record of reliability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
The Model Garage
12.2014 - 04.2023
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Automotive Technician
Toyota Of Berkeley
05.2010 - 12.2014
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinole Valley High School
06.2009
No Degree - Basic Oscilloscope Training Course
TecHelp
Concord, CA2015
No Degree - Advanced Oscilloscope Training Course
TecHelp
Concord, Ca2015
No Degree - BAR Specified Diagnostics And Repair Training
TecHelp
Concord, CASkills
- Maintaining Records
- Emissions Controls
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Calibrating Systems
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Awareness
- Brake Service and Repair
- Coolant service and repair
- Wheel Rotation and Balancing
- Electrical System Maintenance and Repair
- Repair Tree Understanding
- Spark Plug Replacement
- Vehicle Operation and Assessment
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Soldering Skills
- Calibrating Instruments
- Remote/Key programming Services
- Checking and Refilling Fluids
- Oil Changes
- Hybrid Vehicle Service
- Detecting Refrigerant Leaks
- Refurbishing Skills
- Parts Repair and Refurbishment
- Coordination with Service Team
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Electric Motor Installation
- Transmission Repair
- Engine Service and Repair/Replace
- OSHA Regulation Compliance
- Diagnostic and Troubleshooting Abilities
- Dealership and Factory Standards
- Aftermarket Component Installation
Accomplishments
Performed an engine/transmission swap from a 2008 Acura TSX into a 1997 Honda Civic in accordance with C.A.R.B and BAR requirements, which involved extensive amounts of research/learning, engine/transmission removal/installation, wire harness modification, design and fabrication of some parts, and knowledge of acceptable installation and modification procedures of emissions related components for specified application.
Timeline
Automotive Technician
The Model Garage
12.2014 - 04.2023
Automotive Technician
Toyota Of Berkeley
05.2010 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Pinole Valley High School
No Degree - Basic Oscilloscope Training Course
TecHelp
No Degree - Advanced Oscilloscope Training Course
TecHelp
No Degree - BAR Specified Diagnostics And Repair Training
TecHelp
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