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Rufy Matos

Methuen

Summary

State-licensed and ASE-certified automotive technician, heavily focused on diagnostics and repair. Experience and certifications in engine repair, brakes, steering, and suspension systems. Considered a team player, and is attentive to details. Invested in maintaining the proper hardware. A craftsman and a car enthusiast at heart.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Automotive Technician

One Stop Automotive
Methuen
03.2025 - Current
  • Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
  • Perform MA State inspections
  • Performed routine maintenance on various makes and models of vehicles.
  • Repaired and replaced faulty components to ensure vehicle performance.
  • Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
  • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
  • Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.

Automotive Technician

Midas
Salem
03.2024 - 07.2025
  • Specialist in drivetrain, steering and suspension, and brake systems through different makes and models.
  • Performed routine maintenance on various makes and models of vehicles.
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
  • Tested automotive systems, such as transmission and engine performance.
  • Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
  • Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.

Automotive Technician

Pepboys Parts And Auto
Everette
10.2023 - 07.2024
  • Performed routine maintenance on various makes and models of vehicles.
  • Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
  • Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
  • Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
  • Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
  • Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.

Education

High School Diploma -

KIPP Academy Lynn Colligate Highschool
Lynn, MA
06-2015

Skills

  • Vehicle inspections
  • Advanced diagnostics
  • Fluid exchanges
  • Suspension systems understanding
  • Brake systems
  • Drivetrain repair
  • Wheel alignments
  • Steering systems
  • Alternator, battery, starter
  • Engine diagnostic

Certification

MA State inspectors license

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Automotive Technician

One Stop Automotive
03.2025 - Current

Automotive Technician

Midas
03.2024 - 07.2025

Automotive Technician

Pepboys Parts And Auto
10.2023 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

KIPP Academy Lynn Colligate Highschool
Rufy Matos