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Leo Young

LANSING

Summary

Automotive Technician with extensive experience at River Oaks L & E, specializing in engine diagnostics and brake system repair. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with customers while providing high-quality repairs. Proficient in maintenance scheduling and parts ordering, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety. Dedicated to achieving excellence in all service aspects.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

River Oaks L & E
Calumet City
12.2016 - 07.2025
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding service recommendations.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
  • Replaced faulty parts, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance on various automotive systems and components.
  • Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
  • Conducted thorough inspections to identify potential vehicle issues before repairs.
  • Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
  • Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
  • Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
  • Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
  • Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
  • Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
  • Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
  • Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
  • Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
  • Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Estimated costs of vehicle repair.

Automotive Technician

River Oaks Auto Center
Calumet City
10.1994 - 12.2016
  • Executed identical role in same location under new ownership.

Automotive Technician

Momich Auto Center
Calumet City
04.1986 - 10.1994
  • Similar duties as outlined previously

Education

High School Diploma -

Thornton Fractional North High School
Calumet City, IL
05-1981

Skills

  • Engine diagnostics and vehicle inspection
  • Brake system repair and inspection
  • A/C troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Suspension and steering repair
  • Maintenance scheduling and parts ordering
  • Coolant system control and flushes
  • Wheel alignments and tire balancing
  • Oil changes and filter replacements
  • Preparing work orders and writing tickets
  • System repairs and parts replacement

Certification

  • At one time was ASE Certified. I had let it lapse because it wasn't a requirement at that place of employment.

Timeline

Automotive Technician

River Oaks L & E
12.2016 - 07.2025

Automotive Technician

River Oaks Auto Center
10.1994 - 12.2016

Automotive Technician

Momich Auto Center
04.1986 - 10.1994

High School Diploma -

Thornton Fractional North High School
Leo Young