Miranda Dudgeon
PEORIA
Summary
Detail-oriented automotive technician with proven skills in engine repair, troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Committed to delivering high-quality service and maintaining vehicle performance standards.
Results-driven automotive technician with experience in diagnosing and repairing complex systems. Expertise in engine repair and safety protocols, ensuring exceptional vehicle reliability. Ready to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Dedicated automotive professional with strong troubleshooting skills and a focus on safety awareness. Known for efficient time management and delivering quality results in fast-paced environments, contributing to overall shop success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Ken Garff Kia
Avondale, AZ
08.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems, including engines, transmissions, and electrical components.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and equipment to identify issues and ensure vehicle safety standards.
- Assisted in customer service by explaining repairs and maintenance procedures to clients.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to enhance knowledge of advanced automotive technologies.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency in the shop environment.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on industry trends and manufacturer specifications.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- 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.
- 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.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Championed environmental sustainability by properly disposing of hazardous waste materials and recycling used parts whenever possible.
- Diagnosed complex electrical issues, restoring vehicle functionality.
Automotive Lube Technician
Ken Garff Kia
Phoenix, AZ
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Performed oil changes and fluid top-offs to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Conducted multi-point inspections to identify maintenance needs and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to assess vehicle conditions and recommend necessary services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to uphold safety standards.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Chewy Warehouse
Goodyear, AZ
01.2021 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently throughout warehouse facility.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper forklift operation and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.
- Identified areas for process improvement, enhancing workflow efficiency within the warehouse operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Monitored and reported equipment malfunctions to maintenance teams for prompt resolution.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
- Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
- Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
Education
Degree in Automotive Service - Automotive Engineering
Arizona Automotive Institute
Glendale, AZ09-2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Time management
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
- System repairs
- Electrical failure repairs
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Ken Garff Kia
08.2025 - Current
Automotive Lube Technician
Ken Garff Kia
05.2024 - 08.2025
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Chewy Warehouse
01.2021 - 03.2024
Degree in Automotive Service - Automotive Engineering
Arizona Automotive Institute