I got interested in automotive repair in high school, and decided to pursue a career in the automotive industry. I attended College of Alameda Automotive Technology program and completed all courses and obtained a Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology. I am a ASE Certified Automobile Technician and Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair Technician. (A4, A5 ,A6, A7, A8, G1)
I have 8 years of automotive maintenance and repair experience, my position previously at Exclusively Volvo was responsible for scheduled maintenance service, diagnose and repair vehicle issues including verifying completed repairs with tools and diagnostic equipment such as vehicle communication interface to read vehicle on-board diagnostic computers, majority of work performed at this company was light-duty automotive repair.
I have some experience with parts inventory and research. Experience in looking up parts using Factory parts manuals, call dealer and parts vendor for pricing and availability.
I have some service advisor role experience, such as talking to the customer regarding their vehicle and recommend needed repairs and maintenance service. Returning phone calls to customer regarding the repairs.
I have solid knowledge and experience in Brakes, Suspension and Steering, HVAC, Driveability - Engine Performance, Electrical, Exhaust systems, Wheel Alignments, Tires, Fuel Evaporative Emissions Control Diagnosis and Repairs, and Factory maintenance such as Tune Ups, replace parts for preventive maintenance, . My weakness are I do not have much experience in Engine Mechanical repairs such as timing belts on dual cams, engine repairs, transmission and engine overhauls or any major heavy duty repair.
I have interest in careers as Service Technician, Service Assistant, Parts specialist, and Automotive production associate.