Roger Majkowski
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic Emissions Technician with proven expertise at Smog Hut in regulatory compliance and automotive diagnostics. Recognized for enhancing vehicle quality through meticulous inspections and effective compliance resolution. Skilled in emissions testing and equipment calibration, ensuring adherence to safety standards while delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to maintaining high operational excellence.
Highly motivated professional knowledgeable in vehicle repairs and multi-point inspections. Effective Vehicle Inspector with passion for advancement and desire to drive success with automotive organization. Smart, focused and remaining calm and collected in all types of situations.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emissions Technician
Smog Hut
03.2000 - Current
- Provided outstanding customer service.
- Performed emissions tests using appropriate equipment and adhered to prescribed rules, standards and procedures.
- Maintained, repaired and cleaned special equipment.
- Ascertained vehicles met company's quality standards.
- Conducted in-depth inspections of vehicles to identify damage, missing parts, and mechanical issues.
- Test drove vehicles following repair work to check for any remaining issues.
- Liaised with local officials and law enforcement personnel to verify reported vehicle infractions of violations.
- Analyzed effects and legality of vehicle modifications, fuel system changes and emissions adjustments.
- Reviewed vehicle repairs to check work for quality and assess whether services performed were within acceptable quality and safety guidelines.
- Address reported equipment failures or violations regarding vehicle operations, investigated accidents and drafted detailed reports.
- Performed vehicle inspections to check adherence to rules, standards or regulations and issued violations for offenders.
- Inspected vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage or mechanical malfunction.
Quick Lube Manager
Terrible's Lube
06.1999 - 03.2000
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Automotive Technician
Brady's Repair
01.1995 - 08.1999
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Education
No Degree -
Minisink Valley
Slate Hill, NYGED -
BOCES Career And Technical School
Goshen, NYSkills
- Regulatory compliance
- Maintenance and repair
- Hazardous materials handling
- Data collection and analysis
- Equipment calibration
- Automotive diagnostics
- Issue resolution
- Automotive systems
- Emission testing
- Vehicle repair
- Safety inspection
- Inspection reporting
Accomplishments
Went to automotive trade school, hired day of graduation.
Advanced knowledge to be prepared for ASE qualifications, achieving one.
Did automotive repairs and NYS safety and emission control testing prior to relocating to Las Vegas.
In Las Vegas, used automotive experience to rise to management in quick lube field. Earned 1G inspector license while in management and moved to emission control field.
Went from 1G technician to attaining diesel certification to adding 2G certification. 2G license reflects automotive repair knowledge in the emissions field.
Includes diagnosing and repairing vehicles that do not comply with state set standards.
Was trusted to complete annual emission compliance testing on government vehicle fleet.
Certification
- MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) certified.
- Achieved ASE certification (brakes).
- 2G certified emissions technician.
Timeline
Emissions Technician
Smog Hut
03.2000 - Current
Quick Lube Manager
Terrible's Lube
06.1999 - 03.2000
Automotive Technician
Brady's Repair
01.1995 - 08.1999
No Degree -
Minisink Valley
GED -
BOCES Career And Technical School
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