Matthew Blue
Homer,IL
Summary
Detail oriented diesel technician and part time instructor with a strong background in advanced diagnostics and hybrid operation. Part time instructing experience, with a passion for student growth and sucess.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Instructor-Part Time
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Develop and deliver content specific to the automotive field.
- Taught classes such as Introduction to Engines and Engine Theory, Advanced Electrical and Electronics, Manual Transmissions and Driver Train, and Hybrid Theory and Operation.
Diesel Technician
Champaign Urbana Mass Transit District
Urbana, IL
11.2018 - Current
- Complete inspections and repairs on Transit buses, Ford transit vans, and Dodge mini-vans
- Diagnose Engine, Transmission, Suspension, Electrical, and Brake concerns.
- Train new employees on inspections and repairs.
Diesel Technician
Rick's Tractor Service
Ogden, IL
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Completed inspections and repairs on semi-tractors, trailers, John Deere and Kubota lawn and construction equipment.
- Diagnosed Engine, Transmission, ABS, and electrical concerns
- Assisted in recovery of downed semi-tractors and trailers.
- Installed and maintained wet kits for semi-tractors
Automotive Technician
Sullivan Parkhill Chevrolet Cadillac
Champaign, IL
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Complete vehicle inspections and services requested by customers
- Completed jobs such as Brakes, Oil Changes, Tire Rotations and Replacements, Alignments, and more
- Assisted senior technicians with larger projects like engine rebuilds and replacements, transmission rebuilds and replacements, and electrical diagnosis.
Automotive Technician-Part Time
Sullivan Parkhill Chevrolet Cadillac
Champaign, IL
2020 - 2021
- Completed used vehicle inspections and recommended repairs to sales manager.
- Completed work such as Brakes, HVAC diagnosis and repair, Engine diagnosis and repair, Suspension diagnosis and Repair, and more
- Created and completed work orders for each vehicle.
Parts Specialist-Part Time
Oreilly Auto Parts
Champaign, IL
2017 - 2018
- Assisted retail and commercial customers in parts selection and ordering.
- Maintained part inventory count and locations
Sales Associate
Old Time Meat and Deli
Urbana, IL
2016 - 2024
- Assisted customers with product selection
- Maintained and stocked shelving and displays
- Built relationships with customers
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Power
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Parkland College
Champaign, IL05.2018
Skills
- Instructing and Mentoring
- Advanced diagnostics and repair
- Content creation
- Teambuilding
- Workforce development and training
Timeline
Automotive Instructor-Part Time
Parkland College
09.2023 - Current
Diesel Technician
Rick's Tractor Service
01.2022 - 09.2022
Diesel Technician
Champaign Urbana Mass Transit District
11.2018 - Current
Automotive Technician
Sullivan Parkhill Chevrolet Cadillac
11.2016 - 11.2018
Automotive Technician-Part Time
Sullivan Parkhill Chevrolet Cadillac
2020 - 2021
Parts Specialist-Part Time
Oreilly Auto Parts
2017 - 2018
Sales Associate
Old Time Meat and Deli
2016 - 2024
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Power
Parkland College
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Parkland College