Leighton Williams
Parkville,MD
Summary
Professional technician with strong expertise in automotive repair and maintenance. Skilled in diagnostics, engine repair, and electrical systems. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability. Reliable and focused on delivering high-quality results in every task.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician, Diesel Technician
Exclusive Vehicle Solutions
11.2011 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
- Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Achieved consistency across all repairs by strictly following manufacturer guidelines and using OEM parts whenever possible.
Automotive Technician
LF Autos
09.2009 - 11.2011
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
Auto Mechanic
Maryland Brake and Alignment
07.2005 - 09.2009
- Improved vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive issues.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle functionality.
- Maintained detailed records of each repair performed, facilitating warranty claims processing when needed.
- Built strong relationships with customers through clear communication of repair needs and expected completion times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair services for various makes and models.
- Protected company reputation by consistently following ethical practices when performing all job duties.
Auto Mechanic
Dobbin Auto Repair
06.2004 - 07.2005
- Improved vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing a wide range of automotive issues.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle functionality.
- Maintained detailed records of each repair performed, facilitating warranty claims processing when needed.
- Built strong relationships with customers through clear communication of repair needs and expected completion times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair services for various makes and models.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkville High School
Parkville, MD06.2004
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Valid Driver's license
- Brake systems understanding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
- Fluid exchanges
- Customer service
- Inspecting vehicles
- Tire services
- Suspension systems
- Alignments experience
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust systems
- Coolant system control
- Electrical failure repairs
- Battery services
- Heavy lifting
- Engine rebuilds
- Heating and air conditioning
- Automotive electronics
- Drivetrain and axle installation
- Advanced diagnostics
- Welding and fabrication
- Preparing work orders
- Maintenance scheduling
- Calibrating systems
- Managing parts
- Manual transmissions
- Roadside repair
- Purchasing parts and inventory
- Electrical repair procedures
- Inventory organizing
- Performance tuning
- Job scheduling
- Repair quotes
- Service scheduling
- Optimizing engine performance
- Hybrid systems
- Automotive engineering
- Upholstery repair
- Rust removal
- Contract negotiation
- Ordering supplies
Timeline
Automotive Technician, Diesel Technician
Exclusive Vehicle Solutions
11.2011 - Current
Automotive Technician
LF Autos
09.2009 - 11.2011
Auto Mechanic
Maryland Brake and Alignment
07.2005 - 09.2009
Auto Mechanic
Dobbin Auto Repair
06.2004 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Parkville High School
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