Paul Koszalka
Self Employed
Lincoln,CA
1
Language
19
years of professional experience
Experienced automotive technician with a focus on efficiency, high quality work and operational excellence. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough vehicle inspections, and implement quality control measures for enhanced service delivery.
Work History
RSE Auto Logistics
5 Years 5 Months- Owner/Operator Auto Transport
- Achieved compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards during all operations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance to uphold operational readiness.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through reliable communication and service excellence.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
HFS UTV PERFORMANCE
4 Years 11 Months- Owner & SXS/UTV Technician for high performance recreational off-road vehicles
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers and vendors to negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Automotive Technician
12 Years 5 Months- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing customer satisfaction and vehicle longevity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in automotive repair and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing service errors and increasing customer trust.
- Oversaw complex diagnostic procedures, leading to accurate troubleshooting of vehicle issues.
- 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.
- Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
- Enhanced workshop safety by adhering to and promoting best practices.
- Increased workshop efficiency with organization of tools and equipment.
Automotive Technician
11 Months- Managed parts inventory effectively, minimizing wait times for repairs and services.
- Developed training materials for continuous technician education on emerging automotive technologies.
- 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.
Education
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
High School Diploma
Skills
ASE Certifications
Problem-solving
DOT compliance
Work ethic
Safety compliance
Self-motivation
Truck loading and unloading
Attention to detail
Troubleshooting skills
Vehicle inspection
Alignments experience
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
RSE Auto Logistics
Self Employed
03.2021 - CurrentRead More
HFS UTV PERFORMANCE
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01.2021 - 12.2025Read More
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