MICHAEL JOHNSON

Automotive Technician 3

ST.LOUIS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT

04.2000 - 11.2020

Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Performed safety and emissions inspections.
Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
Delivered superior results under tight deadlines, managing multiple concurrent projects without compromising quality or attention to detail.
Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
Achieved consistency across all repairs by strictly following manufacturer guidelines and using OEM parts whenever possible.
Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Boosted team morale and productivity by actively participating in staff training, sharing knowledge and skills with coworkers.
Integrated new diagnostic software, improving accuracy in identifying vehicle issues.
Conducted safety inspections to comply with legal and company standards.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of automotive industry standards and practices.
Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
Facilitated team training sessions, enhancing overall skill sets in emerging automotive technologies.
Diagnosed complex electrical issues, restoring vehicle functionality.