James Ha
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented Automotive Service Technician skilled in brake inspection, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance. Proven ability to diagnose vehicle issues accurately and communicate solutions effectively.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Service Technician
Lino's Auto Repairs Inc.
Oakville, Ontario
10.2019 - Current
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic equipment and tools.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on various automotive systems and components.
- Repaired and replaced faulty parts to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repairs and service recommendations.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area following safety protocols.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices and repair techniques.
- Documented all services performed in the company's management system accurately.
- Performed preventive maintenance procedures such as changing fluids or lubricating parts.
- Adjusted brakes, aligned wheels and performed wheel balancing operations to restore safe driving conditions.
- Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as gasoline or motor oil.
- Replaced worn parts such as belts, hoses, brakes, shocks and struts.
- Adjusted, repaired or replaced defective automotive parts.
- Checked all systems of vehicles for proper functioning and diagnosed malfunctions using diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired transmissions, engines, coolant systems and suspension systems on vehicles.
- Replicated customer complaints to diagnose faults in vehicles' systems.
- Inspected steering systems for wear on ball joints, tie rods and power steering units.
- Utilized specialized tools such as scan tools to troubleshoot engine problems.
- Repaired or replaced radiators, water pumps and fuel pumps.
- Inspected vehicles to assess damage and plan for repairs and new parts.
- Installed air conditioning systems in vehicles by connecting lines between the evaporator core and compressor unit.
- Assisted other technicians in performing more complex repairs when needed.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Provided estimates of cost for needed repairs based upon labor time standards.
- Maintained records of services provided according to company policies.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Cleaned up work areas after completion of tasks so that they are orderly for the next job.
Education
Skilled Trade Certificate/Diploma - Automotive Service Technician
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton04-2023
Skills
- Brake inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Tire leak repair
- Tire installation on and off rims
- Wheel balancing
- Replacing suspension components
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional
Certification
Certificate Of Qualification issued on March 05, 2025
Timeline
Automotive Service Technician
Lino's Auto Repairs Inc.
10.2019 - Current
Skilled Trade Certificate/Diploma - Automotive Service Technician
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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