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Matthew Zurich

Melbourne

Summary

Adept Master Automotive Technician with a proven track record at Boniface Hiers Kia, excelling in advanced diagnostics and engine repair. Renowned for mentoring junior technicians and enhancing team efficiency, my expertise in electrical systems and commitment to continuous professional development have significantly improved vehicle performance and customer satisfaction.

Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Automotive Technician

Boniface Hiers Kia
06.2021 - Current
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Supported service advisors in troubleshooting difficult customer concerns regarding vehicle performance issues or irregularities.
  • Collaborated with other technicians for efficient problem-solving in challenging repair situations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry advancements through continuous professional development courses and certifications.
  • Mentored junior technicians, sharing expertise to improve their diagnostic and repair skills.
  • Broke down complex mechanical information into simpler parts for individuals with little or no understanding of system operations.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.

Automotive Technician

Kelly Ford
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • 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.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.

Automotive Service Technician

Ron Norris Ford
05.2020 - 11.2020
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.

Automotive Technician

Tire Kingdom
08.2016 - 05.2020
  • 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.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bayside Highschool
Palm Bay, FL
05-2015

Skills

  • Replacing parts
  • Brake systems
  • CAN bus systems
  • Powertrain systems
  • Air conditioning
  • Engine repair
  • Suspension systems
  • Advanced diagnostics
  • Electrical systems
  • Rebuilding engines
  • Hybrid systems
  • Electrical circuits diagrams

Timeline

Master Automotive Technician

Boniface Hiers Kia
06.2021 - Current

Automotive Technician

Kelly Ford
11.2020 - 06.2021

Automotive Service Technician

Ron Norris Ford
05.2020 - 11.2020

Automotive Technician

Tire Kingdom
08.2016 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Bayside Highschool

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