Miraj Anwar
Summary
Experienced Automotive Technician with 6+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of multiple automobiles and light-duty trucks. Proven Automotive Technician with a track record of enhancing vehicle performance and customer satisfaction at CarMax and Firestone. Skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and problem-solving, with a strong work ethic. Excelled in safety awareness and quality assurance, significantly improving shop cleanliness and operational efficiency. Successful at completing inspections, maintenance and repairs in a timely manner. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
CarMax
Hillside, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
Lemont, IL
08.2018 - 09.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
- Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Porter
Hawthorne Race Course
Joliet, IL
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
- Maintained a strong work ethic and punctuality, consistently arriving on time and prepared for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests through regular cleaning of lobby, hallways, and restrooms.
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
- Improved overall cleanliness standards within the property by performing routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fixing minor repairs, or reporting larger issues to management.
- Assisted in event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely execution and seamless transitions between events.
- Stored supplies safely and securely to prevent theft and damage.
- Greeted guests with warmth and professionalism for friendly, helpful service.
- Completed sweeping, mopping, and window-cleaning.
- Replaced light bulb and unclogged toilets for good general maintenance.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL08.2019
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central High School
Plainfield, IL05.2018
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Changing tires
- Problem-Solving
- Safety awareness
- Changing Oil
- Valid Driver's License
- Hand and power tools
- Brake systems understanding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
- Parts Replacement
- Fluid Exchanges
- Customer Service
- Inspecting vehicles
- Steering systems
- Suspension Systems
- Alignments experience
- Exhaust Systems
- Coolant System Control
- Battery Services
- Heavy Lifting
- Replacing Filters
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Flexible Schedule
- Quality Assurance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
ASE- Suspension and Steering (Test A4)
Expires- 2027
Timeline
Automotive Technician
CarMax
09.2021 - Current
Automotive Technician
Firestone Complete Auto
08.2018 - 09.2021
Porter
Hawthorne Race Course
05.2016 - 08.2018
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Joliet Junior College
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central High School