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Kiva Kaufusi

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Detail-oriented automotive technician with expertise in diagnostic testing, repair proficiency, and safety compliance. Committed to delivering high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs, ensuring adherence to industry standards.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Automotive Technician

Ezy Traffic
03.2025 - Current
  • Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
  • Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
  • Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
  • Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
  • Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
  • Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
  • Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
  • Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
  • Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
  • Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
  • Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
  • Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
  • Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
  • Filed records with state as part of performing vehicle safety inspections.
  • Inventoried stock, placed orders and verified receipt to keep supplies ready.

Education

WOF

UNITEC
Auckland, NZ
03-2012

Automotive Safety Inspection

WOF
08-2009

Advance Automotive Studies

TAFE
Queensland, Australia
05-1995

Heavy Mobile Plant

Fiji Institute of Technology
Suva, Fiji
07-1990

Skills

  • Alignments experience
  • Bay maintenance
  • Ticket writing
  • EPA requirements
  • Engine overhauls
  • System repairs

Certification

Trade Cert

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Ezy Traffic
03.2025 - Current

WOF

UNITEC

Automotive Safety Inspection

WOF

Advance Automotive Studies

TAFE

Heavy Mobile Plant

Fiji Institute of Technology
Kiva Kaufusi