Travis Thompson
Ammon,ID
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with eight years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Lithia Ford Idaho Falls
06.2023 - Current
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford-lincoln Mercury
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Automotive Technician
Ken Garff Ford
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed diagnostics and repairs to both mainline and used cars
- Recorded video diagnostics to suggest repairs to customers and service advisors
- Collaborated in teams to reach bi-weekly repair goals.
Automotive Technician
Pep Boys
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Performed diagnostics to determine necessary repairs on customers vehicles
- Communicated with service advisors to suggest and complete necessary repairs
- Trained and mentored new technicians as needed.
Automotive Technician
Larry H. Miller Ford
05.2016 - 05.2022
- Managed all used cars traded into high volume dealership
- Performed multi-point inspections and necessary repairs for the vehicles to be sold
- Assisted other departments as needed and acted as a mentor to new technicians.
Education
Certification in Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Davis Applied Technology College
Kaysville, UT08.2016
Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate - Physical Personal Training
Eagle Gate College
Layton, UT01.2013
Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Quality Assurance
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Maintaining Records
- Team Collaboration
Certification
AC 609 Air Conditioning Repair License
Utah Emissions Inspector License
Utah Safety Inspector License
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Lithia Ford Idaho Falls
06.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician
Courtesy Ford-lincoln Mercury
03.2023 - 06.2023
Automotive Technician
Ken Garff Ford
11.2022 - 03.2023
Automotive Technician
Pep Boys
05.2022 - 11.2022
Automotive Technician
Larry H. Miller Ford
05.2016 - 05.2022
Certification in Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Davis Applied Technology College
Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate - Physical Personal Training
Eagle Gate College
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