Parker Weishuhn
La Grange,TX
Summary
Working in the automotive and tire industry, this career path has given me the attitude to make sure a job is seen to its fullest, most properly completed expertise. With an emphasis on assuring customer safety, as well as the safety of people in the workplace, it has also given me the ability to make sure and examine all situations going on with my or others' jobs in the workplace. Although I have just come out of high school, I come with a large backlog of automotive expertise, as well as an attitude of perfectionism, assuring a job is done to its utmost perfection.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
General Service Technician
La Grange Tire
La Grange, Texas
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Performed tire installations and rotations for various vehicle types.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on vehicles for safety and performance.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify vehicle issues accurately and efficiently.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads, wheel bearings, transmission components, drive shafts and more.
- Replaced faulty spark plugs, filters, hoses and other engine components as necessary.
- Lubricated joints and tire rod ends to keep automotive parts fully functional.
- Assessed suspension system components for wear or damage due to road conditions.
- Checked steering systems for alignment accuracy or any loose connections that could cause steering wheel vibration.
- Performed wheel alignments to help improve handling characteristics of a vehicle.
- Installed batteries, wiper blades and bulbs using appropriate parts.
- Rotated, installed and repaired tires by diagnosing tire issues and completing requested work.
- Determined the need for tire rotation based on mileage readings from each tire's tread depth gauge.
- Replaced broken headlights or tail lights with new ones as needed.
- Completed documentation promptly, enabling service requests to be properly recorded and tracked.
- Tracked inventory used and notified supervisor about reordering needs.
- Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
Tire Technician
La Grange Tire
La Grange, Texas
05.2024 - 08.2026
- Inspected tires for wear and damage, ensuring safety standards.
- Mounted and balanced tires efficiently using specialized equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and concerns.
- Performed tire rotations and installations following manufacturer guidelines.
- Performed tire rotations, mounts, and balancing on vehicles.
- Performed minor repairs, such as valve stem replacements, on customer vehicles' tires.
- Cleaned and maintained tire service bays to keep work areas organized.
- Balanced and mounted new tires for customers, providing detailed breakdowns of services performed.
- Used tools, parts and equipment to maintain and repair customer tires.
- Checked tire inflation pressure on a regular basis and adjusted air pressure if needed.
- Rotated tires and reset tire pressure monitoring systems.
- Balanced wheels using electronic machines to ensure even tire wear.
- Inspected tires for defects and wear, measured tread depth and determined need for replacement.
- Replaced worn tires with new ones of the same size and type.
- Changed and rotated tires for customers to provide safety and maximize customer service rankings.
- Repaired punctures in tubeless tires by patching or plugging holes with rubber materials.
- Adhered to all safety procedures when operating equipment such as lifts and hoists.
- Examined tire sidewalls for signs of damage or excessive wear due to improper alignment or overloading of vehicle.
- Diagnosed and repaired tire and rim issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05-2030
High School Diploma -
La Grange High School
La Grange, TX05-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Technical troubleshooting
- Creative problem solving
- Leak repair
- Tire mounting
- Vehicle repair
- Alignment adjustment
- Rotation and balancing
- Hydraulic jack usage
- Air compressor operation
- New tire installation
- Machinery operation
- Commercial vehicle work
- Work order assessment
- Wheel alignment
- Heavy lifting
- Safe vehicle lifting
- Communication skills
- Hand and power tool operation
Accomplishments
- Finalist 2023 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Art
- 2024 UIL State Marching Band Qualifier
- 2025 UIL Social Studies Regional Qualifier
Timeline
General Service Technician
La Grange Tire
05.2026 - 08.2026
Tire Technician
La Grange Tire
05.2024 - 08.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design
University of North Texas
High School Diploma -
La Grange High School