Spencer Denis
Beacon
Summary
Detail-oriented Automotive Technician with proven skills in preventive maintenance, system repairs, and vehicle diagnostics on any Gasoline or Diesel engine. Committed to ensuring safety and optimal performance in all automotive services as well as keeping vehicles safe and up to date on maintenance
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Acura Of Wappingers Falls
Wappingers Falls, NY
11.2025 - Current
- Diagnose and repair vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conduct routine maintenance services, such as oil change, tire rotations, fluid changes, batteries, etc. ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Remove and replace faulty Steering and suspension, engine components, transmission components, belts, filters, etc. order parts if needed
- Completed warranty and recall repairs according to manufacturer standards, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Installed automotive parts and systems per manufacturer requirements, ensuring compliance and quality.
- Diagnosed customer concerns and communicated necessary repairs to service advisor, facilitating effective service delivery.
- Ensure all new and used cars meet dealership standards by performing detailed inspections upon arrival.
- Utilized power hand tools, welders, cutters, and alignment rack for various automotive repair tasks, ensuring precision and efficiency.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to learn new automotive technologies and repair techniques, enhancing technical skills.
Automotive Mechanic
Wappingers Central School District
Wappingers Falls, NY
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues in diesel and gas engines to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Performed routine and preventative maintenance on school district vehicles including buses, vans, and suburbans.
- Perform brake, suspension, steering, engine, transmission repairs
- Included but not limited to oil changes, oil and air filters, belts, hoses, fluids, light bulbs and batteries
- Removed faulty components and installed new parts to maintain functionality.
- Maintained inventory of automotive parts and supplies to support timely repairs and minimize downtime.
- Logged all repairs in maintenance file to ensure accurate record-keeping and facilitate future maintenance.
- Use of shop tools such as power tools, welder, air tools etc.
Automotive Technician
Healey Brothers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Beacon, NY
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired gas and diesel vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment, addressing customer concerns and descriptions.
- Replaced malfunctioning components across various systems including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, exhaust/emission, and fuel systems to enhance vehicle safety and performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks, including oil changes, tire rotations, and servicing belts, steering and suspension components, filters, and windshield wipers to maintain vehicle reliability.
- Executed warranty repairs and manufacturer recalls. Logged all repairs in service portal and on work orders.
Automotive Technician
Nissan of Yorktown Heights
Yorktown Heights, NY
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, battery inspections, and replacements to ensure optimal vehicle performance. Inspect steering and suspension components, vehicle alignments, and engine/transmission repairs.
- Diagnosed any customer concern and determined necessary repairs.
- Conducted preliminary inspections on new and used vehicles to identify service needs and ensure quality standards.
- Complete any safety recalls provided by the Manufacturer.
- Completed documentation for repair orders and warranty repairs while utilizing power tools, welder, plasma cutter, air tools, tire machine, and alignment rack.
Automotive Technician
Healey Brothers CDJR
Beacon, NY
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Diagnosed customer concerns to accurately determine necessary repairs, enhancing service quality.
- Inspect steering and suspension components, vehicle alignments, and engine/transmission repairs.
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, inspected and replaced batteries to ensure vehicle reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Complete any safety recalls provided by the Manufacturer.
- Completed documentation for repair orders and warranty repairs while utilizing power tools, welder, plasma cutter, air tools, tire machine, and alignment rack to maintain operational efficiency.
- Perform preliminary inspections on new and used vehicles arriving at the dealership.
Education
Automotive Technology - Automotive
Universal Technical Institute
Norwood, MA06-2014
High School Diploma -
Beacon High School
Beacon, NY06-2010
Skills
- Brake system
- Steering system
- Alignment experience
- Exhaust system
- Coolant system
- Fluid exchange
- Parts replacement
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Lifting equipment
- Licensed Tow Truck Operator
- American Red Cross CPR/AED
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Work ethic
- Lifting equipment
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Acura Of Wappingers Falls
11.2025 - Current
Automotive Mechanic
Wappingers Central School District
04.2025 - 10.2025
Automotive Technician
Healey Brothers Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
08.2021 - 04.2025
Automotive Technician
Nissan of Yorktown Heights
03.2019 - 08.2021
Automotive Technician
Healey Brothers CDJR
11.2018 - 03.2019
Automotive Technology - Automotive
Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Beacon High School