Restoring and maintaining classic vehicles
Attending classic car shows and events
Going off roading/camping
Boating
Joseph Donoghue
Cochrane,AB
Summary
With a proven track record at Carstar Springbank/Cochrane Dodge, I excel in engine repair and problem-solving, enhancing workshop efficiency and safety. My strong work ethic and attention to detail have significantly improved vehicle performance and customer satisfaction.
Experienced Automotive Technician with 10+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair of Chrysler and a wide range of automobiles and light-duty trucks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Carstar Springbank
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Automotive Technician
Cochrane Dodge
07.2013 - 04.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Customized vehicles to owner specifications, enhancing driving experience.
- Diagnosed complex electrical issues, restoring vehicle functionality.
- Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting detailed diagnostic procedures.
- Integrated new diagnostic software, improving accuracy in identifying vehicle issues.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Education
Journeyman/Red Seal Automotive Service Technician - Automotive Service Technician
SAIT
Calgary, AB09-2018
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Safety awareness
- Problem-solving
- Valid Driver's license
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer service
- Inspecting vehicles
- Heating and air conditioning
Certification
Journeyman Automotive Service Technician
Interests
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Carstar Springbank
04.2023 - 11.2024
Automotive Technician
Cochrane Dodge
07.2013 - 04.2023
Journeyman/Red Seal Automotive Service Technician - Automotive Service Technician
SAIT