Micheal Lampkin
Arizona City,AZ
Summary
A professional Automotive Service Technician with the desire, knowledge, and skills to diagnose and repair malfunctions in complete mechanical and electrical systems.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Brakes Plus
Maricopa, AZ
09.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
Automotive Technician
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers
Dothan, AL
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
Dismantler
Counselman Automotive Recycling
Enterprise, AL
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Remove the license plates, drivetrain, drive shaft, and other pieces, and label all the reusable parts for inventory and shipping.
- 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.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained an organized and clean shop area.
- Removed salvageable vehicle seats, glass, and hatches.
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts.
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites, and operating heavy machinery.
- Dismantled engines using hand tools and examined parts for defects.
- Changed out parts, fixed systems, and refurbished elements to complete repairs on different types of small engines.
- Tested and inspected engines to determine malfunctions, locate missing and broken parts and verify repairs using diagnostic instruments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Automotive Technician
Mitchell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Enterprise, AL
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
Avondale, ArizonaSkills
- Power Tools
- Grinding Machine Operation
- Shipment Procedures
- Merchandise Tagging
- Optimizing Engine Performance
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Rebuilding engines
- Vehicle inspections
- Hand and power tools
- Remote service
- Repair quotes
- Automotive testing
- Installing equipment
Accomplishments
- Dean's List 2019
- 3.94 GPA
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Brakes Plus
09.2024 - Current
Automotive Technician
Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers
09.2023 - 09.2024
Dismantler
Counselman Automotive Recycling
04.2022 - 08.2023
Automotive Technician
Mitchell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
12.2020 - 07.2021
Associate of Occupational Studies Degree - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
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