James Foust
Somerset
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Technician with a strong work ethic and attention to detail, honed at Tri Star Automotive Group. Expert in engine repair, consistently improving performance through effective diagnostics and repairs. Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical failures and enhance customer satisfaction through quality service.
Experienced with automotive diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Utilizes technical knowledge and hands-on skills to ensure vehicle reliability and safety. Knowledge of engine systems, brake systems, and electrical components to provide comprehensive automotive solutions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Tri Star Automotive Group
09.2018 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
Automotive Technician
Laurel Auto
04.2012 - 08.2018
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Automotive Technician
Tri Star Automotive Group
06.2006 - 03.2012
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area
Somerset, PA06-2001
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Vehicle inspection
- Electrical failure repairs
- Problem-solving
- Transmissions
Certification
Master certified FCA technician.
State and emissions license.
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Tri Star Automotive Group
09.2018 - Current
Automotive Technician
Laurel Auto
04.2012 - 08.2018
Automotive Technician
Tri Star Automotive Group
06.2006 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Somerset Area
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