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Ronald Lockhart

Salem,Virginia

Summary

Results-driven Automotive Technician with extensive experience at Magic City Chevrolet, excelling in diagnostic testing and vehicle inspections. Known for enhancing customer satisfaction through accurate repair estimates and a strong work ethic. Proven ability to improve engine performance and troubleshoot complex issues, ensuring timely and effective solutions.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

Magic City Chevrolet
02.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.

Automotive Technician

Berglund Automotive
04.2010 - 02.2023
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • 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.
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
  • Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.

Automotive Technician

Free Service Tire
10.2008 - 04.2010
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • 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.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.

Automotive Technician

Saturn of Roanoke Valley
05.1997 - 08.2008
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • 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.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate repair estimates for various automotive issues.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
  • Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
  • Achieved consistency across all repairs by strictly following manufacturer guidelines and using OEM parts whenever possible.

Automotive Technician

All Tune and Lube
06.1994 - 05.1997
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • 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.

Automotive Technician

Bill Lewis Chevrolet
10.1992 - 06.1994
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Automotive Technician

John Kool Lincoln Mercury
03.1992 - 10.1992
  • 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.

Automotive Technician

Merchants Tire & Auto
08.1990 - 03.1992
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Automotive Technician

Kramer Tire Service
07.1989 - 08.1990

Automotive Technician

Firestone Tire And Rubber
05.1986 - 06.1989

Performed basic inspections and repairs

Education

Automotive Repair -

Automotive Training Institute
Va Beach, VA

General High School -

Faith Christian School
Chesapeake, VA
06.1983

Skills

  • Diagnostic testing
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Parts replacement
  • Customer service
  • Engine performance
  • Repair estimates
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong work ethic
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting skills

Certification

Fully Chrysler Trained, Gm Training

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Magic City Chevrolet
02.2023 - Current

Automotive Technician

Berglund Automotive
04.2010 - 02.2023

Automotive Technician

Free Service Tire
10.2008 - 04.2010

Automotive Technician

Saturn of Roanoke Valley
05.1997 - 08.2008

Automotive Technician

All Tune and Lube
06.1994 - 05.1997

Automotive Technician

Bill Lewis Chevrolet
10.1992 - 06.1994

Automotive Technician

John Kool Lincoln Mercury
03.1992 - 10.1992

Automotive Technician

Merchants Tire & Auto
08.1990 - 03.1992

Automotive Technician

Kramer Tire Service
07.1989 - 08.1990

Automotive Technician

Firestone Tire And Rubber
05.1986 - 06.1989

Automotive Repair -

Automotive Training Institute

General High School -

Faith Christian School
Ronald Lockhart