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Andrew Klir

Nestleton

Summary

Versatile professional with years of experience in the automotive and education fields excelling in troubleshooting, maintenance and diagnostics. Skilled in welding and fabrication, ensuring high-quality outcomes and efficient problem resolution.

Possessing hands-on, problem-solving mindset and positive attitude. Capable of ensuring vehicle safety and efficiency through diligent and precise work.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Service Technician 310S

BKT Motorsports
10.2012 - Current
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • 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.

Teacher

Durham District School Board
09.2003 - Current
  • Mentored and instructed Level 1 apprentices as they work towards their 310S certification. Provide support, instruction and counseling as they learn and pursue this career.
  • Establishing training programs with community partners and developing/running specialty programs to foster interest in a career in the trades.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as hands-on activities and real life experiences.

Education

310S - Automotive Service Technician

Ontario College of Trades
06-2007

Bachelor of Education - Education

D'Youville College
Buffalo, NY
05-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Western Ontario
London, On
04-2000

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Automotive diagnostics

Certification

  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Auto Body Technician, Centennial College
  • Auto Body Painters, Centennial College
  • Small Engine Repair, Centennial College

Timeline

Automotive Service Technician 310S

BKT Motorsports
10.2012 - Current

Teacher

Durham District School Board
09.2003 - Current

310S - Automotive Service Technician

Ontario College of Trades

Bachelor of Education - Education

D'Youville College

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Western Ontario
Andrew Klir