Matthew Tucker
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Dedicated Apprentice Automotive Service Technician with an affinity for animals, looking for placement within the field of veterinary medicine.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Xtreme Tire Garage
06.2017 - 01.2025
- Assisted in performing routine vehicle maintenance and inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Learned to operate various hand tools and diagnostic equipment for automotive repairs.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to understand complex repair procedures and techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the workshop environment to promote efficiency.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Yung's Auto Service
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols within the workshop, minimizing accidents or injuries among team members.
- Streamlined inventory management through regular stock counts and ordering new parts when necessary, reducing downtime due to unavailable components.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment, streamlining processes for faster service.
- Demonstrated versatility by becoming proficient in a wide range of automotive makes and models throughout the apprenticeship program.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Volvo of Toronto
03.2014 - 04.2016
- Shadowed experienced technicians to gain hands-on experience in troubleshooting vehicle issues.
- Assisted senior technicians in complex repair jobs, improving overall team productivity and skill development.
- Followed safety protocols diligently while working on vehicles to minimize risk of injury.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to tackle challenging repair projects and share best practices for continued learning.
Education
Veterinary Science
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Brampton, ON06-2027
Certificate of Completion - Automotive
Centennial College, Ashtonbee Campus
Scarborough On06-2018
High School Diploma -
Central Technical School
06-2013
Skills
- Tire balancing and rotation
- Preventative maintenance
- Fluid exchange procedures
- Hand tool proficiency
- Knowledgeable in animal hygiene practices and protocols (WHMIS certified)
- Professional Hands-on training with animal handling and restraint
- Proficient with AviMark, Microsoft Word
- Passionate about the welfare of animals
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
WHMIS Certified - September 2025
First Aid/CPR Certified - March 2024
Privacy & Confidentiality Online Training - September 2025
Timeline
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Xtreme Tire Garage
06.2017 - 01.2025
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Yung's Auto Service
09.2016 - 03.2017
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Volvo of Toronto
03.2014 - 04.2016
Veterinary Science
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Certificate of Completion - Automotive
Centennial College, Ashtonbee Campus
High School Diploma -
Central Technical School
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