Andrew Kennerley
Burgessville
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Service Technician with extensive experience at Leavens Volkswagen, excelling in vehicle maintenance and repair. Proficient in diagnosing complex mechanical issues and performing safety inspections. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills and expertise in heating and air conditioning systems, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and customer satisfaction. Expert Volkswagen Technician with High Voltage Expert Certification.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Service Technician
Leavens Volkswagen
03.2007 - Current
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Automotive Service Technician Apprentice
Jims Service Centre
04.2002 - 03.2007
- Replaced gaskets, flushed coolant and performed tune-ups as part of minor vehicle maintenance.
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines, and electrical assemblies.
- Raised vehicle on hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
- Inspected cars to diagnose problems and perform repairs.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
Education
Fanshawe College
London02-2005
Skills
- Heating and air conditioning
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Suspension systems
- Installations and repairs
- Safety inspections
- Fuel systems
- Electrical systems
- Hybrid systems
Timeline
Automotive Service Technician
Leavens Volkswagen
03.2007 - Current
Automotive Service Technician Apprentice
Jims Service Centre
04.2002 - 03.2007
Fanshawe College
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