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Andrew Lozada

Boston

Summary

Dedicated Automotive Technician with a strong work ethic and proven problem-solving skills, honed at Nucar Toyota. Expert in vehicle maintenance and system repairs, consistently delivering clear repair plans and ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications. Recognized for training junior staff and enhancing operational efficiency through effective multitasking and organization.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

Nucar Toyota
02.2025 - Current
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
  • Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Used Car Technician

McGovern Kia
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • 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.
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.

Automotive Technician

Parkway Toyota
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.

Automotive Technician

Copeland Toyota
08.2021 - 11.2022
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.

Education

Automotive Mechanic - Automotive Mechanic

Universal Technical Institute
Norwood, MA
05-2014

High School Diploma -

Greater Egleston High School
Boston, MA
01-2010

Skills

  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • System repairs
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance services
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

toyota certification

State Inspection Sticker License


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Nucar Toyota
02.2025 - Current

Used Car Technician

McGovern Kia
02.2024 - 02.2025

Automotive Technician

Parkway Toyota
11.2022 - 02.2024

Automotive Technician

Copeland Toyota
08.2021 - 11.2022

Automotive Mechanic - Automotive Mechanic

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Greater Egleston High School

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