Experience

SOWELA Technical Community College

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Instructor

  • Aug 2022 - Present



South Louisiana Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Automotive Instructor

  • Aug 2017 - Aug 2022

  Teach students the basics of automotive repair to give a them a career choice in the automotive industry Teach students the basics of automotive repair to give a them a career choice in the automotive industry



Tarver Ford

• United States
• Retail

• Service Manager

  • 2015 - Aug 2022

  Hiring and supervising all service department personnel, as well as monitoring their performance in servicing customers Creating goals and objectives for the department, which includes an annual operating budget and a marketing plan to promote new and repeat business Providing training on administrative policies and procedures for all department personnel. Encouraging technicians to keep their skills up-to-date through periodic technical training on new systems and components offered by the automotive manufacturers Keeping up-to-date on manufacturer warranty and policy procedures while serving as a liaison with the factory representatives Maintaining the highest Customer Service Index (CSI) rating from customers by handling customer complaints immediately and according to dealership policy

• Faculty Program Instructor

  • 2008 - 2015

  Responsible for teaching the fundamentals of the auto field through hands-on training, supervision and safety of students.Assisted in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum, budget, and specifications.Integrated learning from customers, industry groups, and professional training to continuously improve automotive program. Notable Contributions:*Grew program to double the original size. *Obtained grants to further develop program. Responsible for teaching the fundamentals of the auto field through hands-on training, supervision and safety of students.Assisted in the preparation of course proposals, curriculum, budget, and specifications.Integrated learning from customers, industry groups, and professional training to continuously improve automotive program. Notable Contributions:*Grew program to double the original size. *Obtained grants to further develop program.



Nissan Of Lake Charles

• United States
• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Shop Foreman & Line Tech

  • 2007 - 2008

  Identified, diagnosed, and performed the most technical automotive repairs. Managed and maintained work environment safety, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to regulations. Trained and mentored junior repair technicians, leading by example. Coordinated work among repair technicians, and perform vehicle inspections and repairs. Identified, diagnosed, and performed the most technical automotive repairs. Managed and maintained work environment safety, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to regulations. Trained and mentored junior repair technicians, leading by example. Coordinated work among repair technicians, and perform vehicle inspections and repairs.



Gray Nissan

• United States
• Financial Services

• Shop Foreman & Line Tech

  • Jul 2004 - 2007

  Identified, diagnosed, and performed the most technical automotive repairs.Managed and maintained work environment safety, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to regulations.Trained and mentored junior repair technicians, leading by example.Coordinated work among repair technicians, and perform vehicle inspections and repairs. Identified, diagnosed, and performed the most technical automotive repairs.Managed and maintained work environment safety, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to regulations.Trained and mentored junior repair technicians, leading by example.Coordinated work among repair technicians, and perform vehicle inspections and repairs.



J.P. Thibodeaux

• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Line Technician & Shop Foreman

  • Jan 1999 - Jul 2004

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.As above, Nissan of Lake Charles bought out J. P. Thibodeaux in Dec. of 2002.



Goldstar Motor Company

• Automotive Technician

  • 1995 - 1999

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.Awards:*Cadillac League Gold Award all three full years



Lopez Automotive

• United States
• Automotive

• Automotive Technician

  • 1995 - 1995

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Radford Buick - Mazda

• Automotive Technician

  • 1986 - 1993

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Regency Oldsmobile - GMC

• Automotive Technician

  • 1983 - 1986

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Godeaux & Ardoin

• Automotive Technician

  • 1981 - 1983

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Manuel's Firestone Tire Company

• Automotive Technician

  • 1980 - 1981

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Richard's Repair Shop

• Owner/Automotive Technician

  • 1979 - 1980

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.



Manuel's Truck and Equipment

• Diesel Mechanic

  • 1976 - 1979

  Performing as a line technician working “bumper to bumper” maintenance and repair requiring both diagnostic and repair capabilities. Diagnostic repair is accomplished on various power trains to include complete rebuilding of engines, transmissions and rear ends. Brake and anti-lock braking systems are repaired using a brake lathe to resurface rotors and drums when necessary. Air condition repairs require the use of the halogen leak detector as well as the Freon recovery system. Also ASE REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING review program certified.I have used the Computerized automotive maintenance system (CAMS), Tech 1, Tech2, Consult 1&2, MUT 1&2, Assist and Medic. These hand held scanners and PC based diagnostic equipment helped diagnose computerized electronic ignition, fuel injection, carburetion & emission systems. All warranty repairs had to be cost effective and comply with warranty requirements.