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Vincent Kwan

Chantilly,VA

Summary

Highly knowledgeable automotive technician with over 20 years of experience in automotive maintenance, repair, and service. Excellent understanding of automotive repair procedures and automobile parts and superb customer satisfaction rates. Skilled in troubleshooting various automotive problems. Excellent customer status.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Automotive Mechanic

Landmark Honda
06.1997 - 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.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
  • Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
  • Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
  • Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
  • Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
  • Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights, and accessories.
  • Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
  • Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation, and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
  • Measured depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread.

Automotive Mechanic

Brown Honda
01.1990 - 05.1997
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • 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.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.

Education

High School Diploma -

JEB Stuart
Fairfax, VA
06.1988

Skills

  • Electrical Repair Procedures
  • Carburetor Overhaul
  • Calibrating Systems
  • Gasket Replacements
  • Operating Air Compressors
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Tire Balancing
  • Filter Replacement
  • Optimizing Engine Performance
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Spark Plug Replacement
  • Inspection Skills
  • Installing Equipment
  • Relaying Complex Information
  • Work Orders and Documentation
  • Replacing Parts
  • Repair Quotes
  • Automotive Mechanics
  • Hydraulic Tool Use
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Vehicle Realignment
  • Transmission
  • Oil Changes
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Maintenance Scheduling
  • Electrical Understanding
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Team Collaboration
  • Preventive Maintenance Services
  • Safety Procedures
  • Brake Servicing
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Vehicle Alignment

Certification

ASE Certified Master Automotive

Timeline

Senior Automotive Mechanic

Landmark Honda
06.1997 - Current

Automotive Mechanic

Brown Honda
01.1990 - 05.1997

High School Diploma -

JEB Stuart
Vincent Kwan