Randall Pietkiewicz
Lockport,New York
Summary
Detail-oriented automotive technician with expertise in vehicle inspection, mechanical troubleshooting, and customer service. Committed to safety compliance and quality maintenance to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
School Bus Mechanic
Student Transportation of America, STA
Newfane, New York
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Inspected school buses for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
- Assisted other mechanics with repairing vehicles when needed.
- Adjusted brakes, steering systems and suspension components to manufacturer's specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of all service work performed on school buses in the shop log book.
- Checked fluid levels regularly and topped up as required.
- Installed new accessories such as radios, lights, mirrors and horns on school buses according to customer requests.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Raised trucks, buses and heavy parts or equipment with hydraulic jacks or hoists.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
Automotive Technician
West Herr Nissan of lockport
Lockport, New York
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Diagnosed engine issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
- Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle makes and models.
- Replaced faulty components such as brakes, tires, and batteries efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding service recommendations and repairs.
- Updated service records accurately to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
Automotive Technician
West Herr Chevrolet
Williamsville, New York
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Diagnosed engine issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
- Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle makes and models.
- Replaced faulty components such as brakes, tires, and batteries efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment adhering to safety standards.
- Updated service records accurately to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
Automotive Technician
David Chevrolet Buick
Niagara Falls, New York
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle makes and models.
- Replaced faulty components such as brakes, tires, and batteries efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment adhering to safety standards.
- Updated service records accurately to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Automotive Technician
heinrich chevy
Lockport, New York
12.2015 - 01.2019
- Diagnosed engine issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
- Performed routine maintenance on various vehicle makes and models.
- Replaced faulty components such as brakes, tires, and batteries efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment adhering to safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding service recommendations and repairs.
- Updated service records accurately to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
Education
GED -
Ged
Lockport, NYSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Diagnostic testing
- Parts replacement
- HVAC system repair
- Air brake maintenance
- Suspension system service
- Bus body repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tool operation
- Battery maintenance
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Vehicle inspection procedures
- Exhaust system repair
- Hand tool proficiency
- Hoisting and rigging safety
- Commercial driver's license
- Work order documentation
- State inspection certification
- Engine cooling system service
- Wheel alignment techniques
- Electronic control module programming
- Steering system service
- Hand and power tools use
- Continuous learning attitude
- Bus inspection procedures
- Preventive maintenance techniques
- Steering mechanism replacement
- Brake systems maintenance
Certification
Class a
Timeline
School Bus Mechanic
Student Transportation of America, STA
01.2023 - 09.2025
Automotive Technician
West Herr Nissan of lockport
07.2020 - 12.2023
Automotive Technician
West Herr Chevrolet
02.2020 - 07.2020
Automotive Technician
David Chevrolet Buick
02.2019 - 02.2020
Automotive Technician
heinrich chevy
12.2015 - 01.2019
GED -
Ged