Steven Ammerman
Vernal,UT
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Technician with a strong work ethic and advanced diagnostic skills, honed over my professional career as a technician/mechanic. Proven track record in reducing vehicle downtime through meticulous preventive maintenance and exceptional troubleshooting abilities. Expertise in engine repair and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards enhance overall shop efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Hand/Driller
Craig’s Roustabout Service
Vernal, UT
03.2010 - 2017
- Operated drilling equipment and tools to support rig operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of worksite for safety compliance.
- Assisted in rig-up and rig-down processes efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Supported drilling operations with precise control of drawworks brakes, optimizing drilling speed and accuracy.
- Promoted teamwork among crew members through active collaboration during critical tasks such as tripping pipe in or out of the hole.
Floor Hand
Peak Well Service
Roosevelt, UT
01.2017 - 12.2017
Automotive Technician
Downtown Auto Group
Vernal, UT
01.2018 - 2022
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Assisted in training new technicians on repair procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with service advisors to provide accurate estimates and timelines for repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Automotive Technician
L&L Motor Co
Vernal, UT
04.2022 - 04.2025
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes and tire rotations.
- Assisted technicians in complex repairs, enhancing team efficiency and workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- 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
Heritage Chevrolet of Vernal
Vernal, UT
04.2025 - 03.2026
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- 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.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
- Elevated shop reputation with outstanding troubleshooting abilities that led to quick identification of complex issues not easily diagnosed by others.
Education
High School Diploma -
UINTAH High School
Vernal, UT08.2011
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Time management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems understanding
- Troubleshooting skills
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Alignments experience
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust systems
- Electrical failure repairs
- Engine rebuilds
- Drivetrain repair
- Wheel alignments
- Advanced diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Welding and fabrication
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Heritage Chevrolet of Vernal
04.2025 - 03.2026
Automotive Technician
L&L Motor Co
04.2022 - 04.2025
Automotive Technician
Downtown Auto Group
01.2018 - 2022
Floor Hand
Peak Well Service
01.2017 - 12.2017
Rig Hand/Driller
Craig’s Roustabout Service
03.2010 - 2017
High School Diploma -
UINTAH High School