Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Stephen Papineau

Zephyrhills,FL

Summary


Experienced Service Tech with extensive knowledge of vehicle testing, maintenance and repair. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities.

Work History

Automotive Technician

Dover Paint and Varnish
06.2014 - 07.2025
  • Diagnosed and repaired diverse automotive systems, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
  • Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing vehicle reliability and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, reducing turnaround times.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues efficiently and accurately.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Reduced repeat repair visits by implementing thorough quality control checks.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.

Automotive Technician

Port City Nissan
03.2010 - 06.2014
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dover High School
Dover, NH
01-1995

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Changing tires
  • Attention to detail
  • Engine repair
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety awareness
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Changing oil
  • Hand and power tools
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Steering systems
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Suspension systems
  • System repairs
  • Transmissions
  • Fuel systems
  • Exhaust systems
  • Preventive maintenance services
  • Coolant system control
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Engine rebuilds
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Drivetrain repair
  • Automotive electronics
  • Drivetrain and axle installation
  • Emissions control
  • Advanced diagnostics
  • Estimating work

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Dover Paint and Varnish
06.2014 - 07.2025

Automotive Technician

Port City Nissan
03.2010 - 06.2014

High School Diploma -

Dover High School
Stephen Papineau