THANH TRUONG
Aurora,IL
Summary
Proven Maintenance Technician with a solid background at Toyota Dealership, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Adept at optimizing engine performance and ensuring quality inspections, I maintain a 100% fix right the first time rate. My dedication and ability to organize prioritize tasks effectively contribute to my success in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Toyota Dealership
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot vehicle breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- 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.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-up and fluid changes.
- Performed diagnostic and procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Change timing belts, water pump, power steering belt, tensioner, and idler tensioner.
- Change brake pads, rotors, and resurface rotor for brake system.
- Performed blown head gasket repair changing head gasket and resurface engine head.
- Remove and replace broken alternator for charging system.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
Production Associate
Tesla Motor Inc.
03.2015 - 01.2017
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Follow proper assembly procedures to complete designated tasks to build Tesla vehicle. Use available documentation to install necessary parts into vehicle. Adjust work process to insure provide accurate and quality building with minimal time use for more efficiency. Focus and communicate with Co-workers to maintain steady workplace and help insure that projected build plans and goals are met.
- Trained and certified on jobs all areas of this facility.
- Test rubber, extrude and braid tube, apply finished cover and print hose, and inspect and package the final product.
- Assisting in collecting requested data and communication results to supervisor from customer returns.
- Recognizing and implementing improvement in procedures and products.
- Test battery and assemble it in pack, perform leak test making sure batter pack is in good condition.
- I was trained in all aspects of production including dyno testing, wire bond, and EOL test.
- Ensured following of quality control measures.
Lube Service Technician
Honda Dealership
05.2005 - 02.2015
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate oil changes and routine vehicle maintenance.
- Troubleshot complex mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools, efficiently pinpointing problems and implementing solutions quickly.
- Assisted management with inventory control, ordering necessary parts and supplies to maintain efficient operations.
- Delivered comprehensive vehicle inspections, identifying any necessary repairs or preventative maintenance needed for optimal performance.
- Sustained a high hours per repair order.
- Maintained a 100% fix right the first time.
- Multitasked efficiently at a high volume dealership.
- Assists with performing vehicle repairs and maintenance.
- Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area.
- Perform line technician services (oil changes & tires, etc.)
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Maintaining related records and documentation, including all preformed and recommended work on the repair order.
- Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
- Performing work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency, accuracy, and in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Document work performed on repair order and document test procedures/results.
- Perform minor maintenance, e.g., changing engine oil and filters.
- Perform complete vehicle maintenance inspection including tires, brakes, and all fluid levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Engine Performance Technology
De Anza College
Cupertino, CAAssociate of Science - Automotive Machining And Engine Repair
De Anza College
Cupertino, CAAssociate of Science - Automotive Chassis And Powertrain
De Anza College
Cupertino, CASkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Problem solving ability
- Building Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Quality Inspection Skills
- Timing Belts, Water Pumps, Tune-ups, Brake Services, General Services, and repairs
- Rebuild and replace engines and transmissions
- Replacing parts and preventives maintenance services
- Electrical systems expertise
- Safety awareness
- Optimizing engine performance
- Hand and power tools
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Valid Driver License and CDL Class A Driver License
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Attention to Detail
- Basic Computer
- Decision-Maker
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Organize and Prioritize
- Mount and Balance Tires
- Vehicle Inspection
- Driving
- Brake System
- Engine Repair
Certification
California Electrical and Electronic Systems Training Certificate
Certification from the Chek-Chart focusing in electrical and electronic systems
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Vietnamese
Limited Working
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Toyota Dealership
04.2017 - 09.2019
Production Associate
Tesla Motor Inc.
03.2015 - 01.2017
Lube Service Technician
Honda Dealership
05.2005 - 02.2015
Associate of Science - Automotive Engine Performance Technology
De Anza College
Associate of Science - Automotive Machining And Engine Repair
De Anza College
Associate of Science - Automotive Chassis And Powertrain
De Anza College
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