Lonnie Richardson
Menifee
Summary
Adept Automotive Technician with a proven track record at Temecula Nissan, showcasing a strong work ethic and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Excelled in increasing workshop efficiency and vehicle turnaround through advanced diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Skilled in engine repair and safety awareness, consistently delivering high-quality service and achieving customer satisfaction.
Professional technician with strong expertise in automotive repair and maintenance. Skilled in diagnostics, engine repair, and electrical systems. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability. Reliable and focused on delivering high-quality results in every task.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Temecula Nissan
07.2016 - 09.2024
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Streamlined work processes through effective collaboration with other technicians, resulting in faster turnaround times for customer vehicles.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Education
Perris High
Perris, CA1997
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
- Valid Driver's license
- Hand and power tools
- Time management
- Brake systems understanding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts replacement
- Fluid exchanges
- Brake systems
- Inspecting vehicles
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Alignments experience
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust systems
- Preventive maintenance services
- Coolant system control
- Electrical failure repairs
- Battery services
- Heating and air conditioning
- Automotive electronics
- Drivetrain and axle installation
- Advanced diagnostics
- Calibrating systems
Certification
Suspension and steering
Brakes
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Temecula Nissan
07.2016 - 09.2024
Perris High
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