Master Automotive Technician
Resume:
Frank G Brown
EDWARDSBURG, MI 49112 US
Phone: 269-***-**** E-mail: *********@*****.***
Abilities and Experience:
Over 30 years experience in automotive and mechanical professions including over 18 years as a master
technician in new car dealerships and independent repair facilities. Proficient in all aspects of automotive repair
including automatic transmissions and engine drivability and diagnostics. Possess a strong background in
electricity and electronics; can use most electronic test instruments including volt / ohm meters, current probes,
signal tracers, oscilloscopes, data acquisition equipment, automotive diagnostic systems, exhaust gas analyzers
and more.
Computer skills include Microsoft Office, Power Point, Access and Excel. Have experience with SAP, Movex
and other specialty databases. Experience includes operating systems DOS, Windows 95, 98, 2000
Professional, XP, Windows 8.1, Vista and Google Chrome OS
Employment History:
Process Documentation/ Quality Assurance Lead / Mechanical Inspector
08/2010 to present ABC Bus Companies 504 South Oakland Ave, Nappanee, IN 46550
Perform detailed inspections of MCI 102-DL3 and G4500 motor coaches as
units pass through the refurbishment process. Responsible for quality control
and final certification of bus air brakes function and stopping ability. Manage
and control all documentation, both written and photographic..
Develop and write training material and process’s (visual aids) for both technical
training and process quality control.
06/2000 - 05/2009
Technical Specialist / Automotive Tech Writer
Robert Bosch Corporation / Bosch Automotive Proving Grounds
New Carlisle, IN
Was assigned to the Durability Group while at the Bosch Automotive Proving Grounds. Primary job duties were
test program management and technical writing. Managed accelerated durability test programs on a variety of
vehicles such as automobiles, recreational vehicles, military vehicles and heavy duty trucks and trailers.
Functioned as the primary contact for all vehicles assigned to me and was responsible for all aspects of testing
including evaluating incidents for varied length of tests, customer and engineering contact and composing and
writing a final test report. Also heavily involved in the training of technicians and providing various technical
support. While at Bosch I was on the "5S" committee and the champion for the proving grounds. I also
participated in lean engineering studies, giving group lectures on the program.
Nissan Master Technician
08/1994 - 06/2000
Bill Frank Nissan/ Subaru
South Bend, IN
Job duties included all aspects of automotive repairs, specializing in Nissan vehicles. I was a certified Nissan
Master Technician and was authorized to perform all repairs on Nissan vehicles including all warranty work. I
wrote numerous automotive tips and articles, which were published in a monthly Nissan technician magazine.
Nissan Master Technician
12/1990 - 08/1994
Harbor Automotive Group
Michigan City, IN
Job duties included all aspects of automotive diagnostics and repairs on both Nissan and General Motors
vehicles..
Education History:
Issuing Institution or Training Center
Qualification
Course of Study
Valparaiso Technical Institute
1-1/2 Year Study
Electronics Technology
Portage High School
High School Diploma
General High School Curriculum
Additional Studies at this school: Two years automotive shop classes; Two years electricity and Electronics classes.
Nissan Training Center
School Certificate
Auto Technician, specialized classes
Nissan Training Center
Tech Certificate
Technology Update classes (2013)
Attended and completed specialized automotive technician training classes hosted by Nissan Corporation while
employed as a automotive technician in order to obtain Nissan Master Technician status
General Motors Corporation Training Center
School Certificate
Specialized Automotive Technician classes
Attended and completed specialized automotive classes including new technology updates. Classes were hosted by
General Motors Corporation.
09/2000
Indiana University South Bend
School Certificate
Interpersonal Communication
11/2000
Indiana University South Bend
School Certificate
Considering Supervision
08/2000
Indiana University South Bend
School Certificate
Effective Business / Technical Writing
03/2001
Bendix
School Certificate
Heavy Duty Air Brake Systems and Components
12/2001
Indiana Institute of Technology
1 Year study
Management Information Systems
While attending night classes at Indiana Institute of Technology I completed the following courses:
English Composition 1 and English Composition 2, Business Mathematics, Marketing, and Principals of Management.
Certifications:
Certification Title
Issuing Organization
Status
Expiration Date
Master Automobile Technician
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
Current
06/30/2019
Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
Current
06/30/2019
Transit Bus Technician
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
Current
06/30/2019
Advanced Level Specialist (L1)
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)
Current
06/30/2019
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence
Current
N/A
Collision Technician
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence
Current
06/30/2019
ASIA/ASE "World Class" Technician
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence
Current
N/A
Nissan Technician
Nissan Motor Corporation
Current
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