Roderick Lee
Albuquerque
Summary
Motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Fair worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Technician
Becker Automotive Restoration
Albuquerque
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted in training junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of service calls, repairs, and parts used.
- Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
- Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
- Troubleshot electrical circuits using schematics and diagrams.
- Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems.
- Examined previously completed work for accuracy.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from clients needing immediate assistance.
- Trained new team members on service processes to increase productivity.
- Tracked inventory used and notified supervisor about re-ordering needs.
- Tested repaired items to ensure functionality before returning them to customers.
- Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
- Handled yearly and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles in good working condition.
- Calibrated instruments to maintain accuracy within specified tolerances.
- Prepared job assignment reports and forms for accountability and traceability.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
Automotive Technician
Spears Automotive
Cedar Crest
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on various vehicle makes and models.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and workflows.
- Assisted customers with service inquiries and explained repair procedures clearly.
- 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.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- 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.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
Automotive Technician
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation
Albuquerque
07.2018 - 08.2023
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- 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.
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete repairs.
- Vehicle Programing experience with GM, Ford, Toyota, Nissan.
Automotive Technician
Midas Muffler
Rio Rancho
06.2014 - 06.2018
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Custom Pipe bending and muffler replacements
- Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Mechanics I, II, III
San Juan College
Farmington, NM05-2011
Skills
Calibration Understanding
- Vehicle Inspection
- Engine Overhauls
- Preventive Maintenance
- Tire Mounting and Balancing
- Changing Oil
- Parts Replacement
- Bay Maintenance
- Alignments Experience
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- System Repairs
- Inspecting Vehicles
- ASE Certification
- Brake Systems
- Suspension Systems Understanding
- Coolant System Control
- Supply Ordering
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Electrical Circuits Diagrams
- Soldering Skills
- Electrical Understanding
- Hand and Power Tools
- Detecting Refrigerant Leaks
- Engine Rebuilds
- Safety Awareness
- Gasket Replacements
- Remote Service
- Coolant Flushes
- Heavy Lifting
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Replacing Filters
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Drivability Issues
- Brake Systems Knowledge
- Refurbishing Skills
- Engine Repair
- Replacing Parts
- Hazmat Knowledge
- Suspension Systems
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Team Collaboration
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Issue Resolution
- Diagnosing ADAS related issues
Timeline
Service Technician
Becker Automotive Restoration
03.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician
Spears Automotive
10.2023 - 01.2025
Automotive Technician
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation
07.2018 - 08.2023
Automotive Technician
Midas Muffler
06.2014 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Mechanics I, II, III
San Juan College