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Auburn Hills, Mi

Retrofit and build various versions of Humvees from the ground up to test prototype and current build parts. • Work with engineers to diagnose and repair any issues that arise during builds, and make necessary on the spot modifications to ensure the further success of prototypes.• Hands-on support of technical writers as needed to ensure that our military personnel can make necessary repairs on vehicles when in the field.

Romeo, Mi.

Diagnose and repair durability vehicles at the Ford Michigan Proving Grounds, collaborating with Automotive Technicians and Ford Engineers to research, analyze, and resolve issues identified during preproduction and production testing. Spent 3 years maintaining and repairing test vehicles, working attentively to repair brakes, replace parts, and perform swaps and upgrades on axles, engines, transmissions, and suspension systems.“Worked up through the ranks to the backup senior position because of his outstanding work ethic.”“Jon has received several Reward and Recognition Awards for providing outstanding support.”“Strong mechanical knowledge...communicates well with technicians and engineers.”⦁ Earned high ratings on annual performance evaluations in every category—Job Knowledge, Quality and Quantity of Work, Initiative and Creativity, Judgment / Decision Making, Teamwork / Cooperation, and Attendance / Work Readiness—and a reputation as a reliable team contributor delivering high-quality outcomes.⦁ Mitigate the risk of downtime for vehicles tested at the Michigan Proving Grounds (MPG), earning the trust of engineers by demonstrating depth and breadth of understanding of vehicles and how systems interact, unwavering attention to detail, the ability to excel while working independently, and strengths in resolving challenging issues.⦁ Called on to handle the most complex and difficult jobs, taking each opportunity and project as a means of further developing automotive acumen and supporting organizational goals. Recognized for never complaining even when projects became monotonous; for example, performed 6 months of nonstop transmission swaps.⦁ Applied education and background to bring new capabilities to MPG such as dismantling axles and reassembling them correctly with the appropriate backlash, pinion depths, and gear mesh. Additionally, troubleshot and repaired endings, transmissions, and powertrain components.

Lima, Ohio

Performed service inspections, tests, diagnoses, and repairs in a highly collaborative environment where the owner of the shop worked alongside a small group of technicians to deliver expert service to our customers.Provided customers with expert automotive knowledge, mechanical diagnoses, problem solving, and repair skills while supporting a 5-star-rated shop—based on Better Business Bureau and Google Place ratings—facilitating a small-town service experience. Worked on brakes, cooling systems, exhausts, steering and suspension components, and more.⦁ Diagnosed vehicle issues—electrical and drivability—based on experience, analysis, and testing; maintained leading knowledge of automotive diagnosis technology, reference materials, and complex components.

Lima, Ohio

Contributed to multiple lines and assembly operations within the production facility focused on providing military customers with the tools—battlefield-ready vehicles—to defend freedom around the world.Supported high-volume production line operations—working on the hull line installing parts on the M1A2 Army tank, in addition to installing armor on and painting Stryker specialty wheeled vehicles—ensuring the U.S. military forces received the highest-quality, durable vehicles for peacetime and combat duty. Diagnosed issues and performed repairs, securing a government-authorized Army tank license to facilitate testing processes to validate drivability.⦁ Met production, efficiency, and quality targets, without fail, supporting the company’s promise of delivering innovative engineering and production capabilities to clients across the spectrum of military vehicles.