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Tex Rieder

Katy,TX

Summary

Trained in Switzerland in a 4 year apprenticeship as a car electrician including welding, soldering, metal work and later as a automotive engineering. Extensive training in Switzerland, Germany and United States in new technology and repair procedures in the Audi models. Responsible Technician with outstanding, troubleshooting, electrical and diagnoses skills coupled with more than 39 years of experience. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements and skills in maintenance and bench builds.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician

Sonic Automotive Inc, Audi West Houston
09.2018 - 01.2024

Perform visual inspection of vehicle in parking lot. Documented and video any damage or safety concerns. Perform test drive if possible. Perform inspection on lift and use scan tool to determine faults in systems and documented and video any safety or repairs needed according with manufactures warranty specifications and send to service advisor in electronic form. Perform authorized maintenance, diagnoses, repairs or replacement of all systems in accordance with manufactory instructions and specification. On gasoline, hybrid and high voltage vehicles. Perform emissions inspections,safety checks and similar state regulated examinations. Verity that concerns or issues are resolved after repairs. Document accurate work performed for warranty and customers. Maintain clean and safe working environment. Perform all required online and in classroom training as per employer and manufacturer in timely matter. Maintain employers and personal tools.

Audi Technician

AMAG Automobil Und Motoren AG
2011 - 2018

Audi technician, Audi Service technician, Audi diagnosis technician, high-voltage technician, assistant shop foreman. Shop foreman supervising Mechanics and Trainees.

Education

Automotive Engineering

Schweizerische Technische Fachschule
8408 Winterthur Switzerland
09.2014

Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Apprenticeship Car Electrician

Gewerbeschule Thun
Thun, Switzerland
1985

Skills

    • Installations and Repairs
    • Automotive Maintenance
    • Electrical Systems
    • Brake Systems
    • Fuel Systems
    • Safety Inspections
    • Engine Repair
    • Heating and Air Conditioning
    • Hydraulic Systems
    • Welding and Fabrication
    • Diesel Engines
    • Exhaust Systems
    • Manual Transmissions
    • Steering Systems
    • Suspension Systems
    • Tire Services
      • Restoration Services
      • Battery Services
      • Problem Solving
      • Vehicle Inspections
      • Advanced Diagnostics
      • Hybrid Systems
      • Transmission Repair
      • Drinkability Diagnostics
      • Alignment Services
      • Emission Control
      • Preventative Maintenance
      • Automatic Transmissions
      • Fluid Exchanges
      • Fluid Checks
      • Time Management

Additional Information

Born in 1963 in Houston Texas of immigrated parents from Switzerland. I have dual citizenship. Languages English and german.

Languages

English
Full Professional
German
Full Professional

Timeline

Technician

Sonic Automotive Inc, Audi West Houston
09.2018 - 01.2024

Audi Technician

AMAG Automobil Und Motoren AG
2011 - 2018

Automotive Engineering

Schweizerische Technische Fachschule

Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Apprenticeship Car Electrician

Gewerbeschule Thun

Tex Rieder