Matthew Norton

Automotive A Technician with progressive experience from tire and general service work into advanced mechanical, heavy-line, electrical, and NVH diagnostics. Experienced with major powertrain and driveline repairs, V8 engine configurations, transverse powertrains, subframe and steering-system work, valvetrain and differential diagnosis, A/C systems, four-wheel alignments, and dashboard R&R. Brings a diagnostic-first approach supported by scan tools, multimeters, Power Probe, lab scopes, wiring diagrams, and systematic testing procedures.

Automotive "A" Technician - Lake City Auto Care - Sandpoint, ID

(2025-01)

• Advanced from Automotive "B" Technician to Automotive "A" Technician, taking on greater responsibility for complex diagnostics, heavy-line repairs, and major component replacement.
• Perform heavy-line repairs including V8 engine and transmission replacement and major driveline repairs.
• Perform moderate-to-advanced electrical and NVH diagnostics using systematic testing methods and professional diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair major components and systems including valvetrain assemblies, differential components, A/C systems, transverse powertrains, V8 powertrains, and suspension-related NVH concerns.
• Remove and install subframes and related components, including steering racks; perform dashboard R&R and full four-wheel alignment work.
• Diagnose and repair late-model OBD-I systems and perform complex mechanical fault isolation.

Automotive "B" Technician - Six Star Automotive - Sandpoint, ID

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

• Developed a broad foundation in electrical, drivability, mechanical, NVH, overheat, A/C, heating, and emissions diagnostics using scan tools, Power Probe, multimeter, lab scope, wiring diagrams, and related equipment.
• Performed vacuum-leak, parasitic-draw, compression, leak-down, combustion-leakage, and engine/transmission oil-pressure testing.
• Performed engine short- and long-block replacement, head-gasket service, timing-belt service, starting/charging diagnostics, and engine oil-leak diagnosis.
• Performed steering, suspension, brake, alignment, preventative-maintenance, fluid-service, cooling-system, lighting, and tire/wheel repairs.

GS Technician - Gription Tire Pros - Sandpoint, ID

(2022-04 - 2023-01)

• Performed comprehensive tire service across passenger, light truck, agricultural, trailer, RV/bus, winter, and specialty applications, including mounting/demounting, flat repair, balancing, road-force balancing, siping, and stud installation.
• Expanded into general mechanical service including inspections, oil/filter changes, battery testing/replacement, brakes, tie rods, shocks/struts, OBD scanning, differential/transmission fluid service, and four-wheel alignment adjustments.
• Used TPMS tools, test drives, and visual inspections to identify tire, balancing, suspension, and alignment concerns; trained newly hired Tire Technicians.

Laborer - Independent Contractor – Construction

(2021-10 - 2022-04)

• Organized and transported materials and assisted contractors with framing, roofing, demolition, sealing, siding, concrete, decking, plumbing, electrical, drywall, tile, insulation, fencing, and finish work.

Tire Technician - Perfection Tire & Auto Care - Post Falls, ID

(2020-07 - 2021-08)

• Performed flat repairs, mounting/demounting, balancing, road-force balancing, siping, stud installation/removal, inventory organization, and large-order handling across passenger, light truck, agricultural, trailer, RV/bus, and winter applications.
• Used TPMS tools and test drives to diagnose balancing concerns, performed visual vehicle inspections, and trained newly hired Tire Technicians.

Host - Pappy's Café & Restaurant - Houston, TX

(2018-06 - 2019-08)

• Managed reservations and table availability, greeted and seated guests, trained employees, resolved customer concerns, and supported management.

Self-Employed Videographer - Matt Norton Video Productions - Houston, TX

(2015-07 - 2019-08)

• Produced witness statements and edited video depositions for two law firms for settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.

Mechanical Engineering - Lamar University (2019-08 - 2020-05)

Diploma - Memorial High School (2019-05)