Kieron Kohlman

Automotive Technician

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Timeline
About me
International Technical Training Manager at Stellantis
Education
- Oregon State University
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  Bachelor of Science - BS Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- Ferris State University
  2010 - 2014
  Bachelor of Science - BS Automotive Engineering Technology
  Automotive Engineering Technology is a program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineers and other professionals engaged in developing, manufacturing, and testing self-propelled ground vehicles and their systems.
- Ferris State University
  2010 - 2012
  Associate of Science - AS Automotive Technology
- Boise State University
  2019 - 2022
  Master of Science - MS Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning
  Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning seeks to improve performance in corporations, non-profits, governments, and other workplace settings. Improving performance and sharpening desired outcomes warrants careful analysis and multidimensional solutions.
Experience
- Martin's Chrysler-Dodge-Ram-GEM-Jeep
  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010
  Automotive Technician
- Gordon Auto Parts, Inc.
  Jan 2012 - Jan 2014
  Lead Counterman
  Locate common and obsolete parts for automotive, industrial and marine equipment while managing day to day store operations. Developed new methods to increase store efficiency and profit.
- Bohl Automotive: Total Repair
  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
  Automotive Technician
- FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
  Jun 2014 - Nov 2018
  Develop diagnostic content for powertrain Electronic Control Units (ECU) including diesel/gasoline engines, transmissions and other non-powertrain systems. Partner with ECU release engineers, suppliers, vehicle development teams and managers to develop diagnostic data for global diagnostic tools. Manage FCA Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) approval and databases to ensure DTCs are created in accordance with The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J2012 specification and corporate policies. Provided diagnostic validation services for FCA US LLC on a variety of diagnostic tools including wiTECH, CDA and StarScan. Executed testing of diagnostic tool software, ECU software, including functionality, usability and stress testing. Worked alongside dealership technicians to solve critical in-field issues as well as assisting with general tool functionality concerns. Managed reverse functionality testing of critical vehicle systems for the launch of wiTECH 2.0.
  - Diagnostic Engineer - Powertrain Systems
    Nov 2016 - Nov 2018
  - Electronic Validation Engineer
    Jun 2014 - Oct 2016
- Stellantis
  Nov 2018 - now
  Identify, analyze and solve organizational performance problems for dealership technicians. Develop and design strategic interventions that address all factors required to meet organizational goals. Manage training curriculums and intervention development processes while focusing on goal-oriented results.
  - Mastertech and International Training Manager
    Jan 2023 - now
  - Technical Training Commodity Manager
    Nov 2018 - Jan 2023
Licenses & Certifications
- ASE Certifed Alternate Fuels Technician
  National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
- ASE Certified Advanced Level Specialist
  National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
- ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
  National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
- ASE Certified Master Med/Hvy Vehicle Technician
  National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
- Quality Control
  Ferris State University
- Performance Motorsports
  Ferris State University
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Kieron Kohlman
  Medallion of Excellence World Skills Jun 2013 Medallion of Excellence at the 2013 World Skills Leipzig, Germany
- Awarded to Kieron Kohlman
  Best of Nation World Skills Nov 2012 Best of Nation at the 2012 World Skills Americas Contest in Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Awarded to Kieron Kohlman
  Gold Metal in Automobile Technology World Skills Nov 2012 Representing the United States against 27 other countries, I earned first place in Automobile Technology.
Volunteer Experience
- Mentor
  Issued by Racine Unified School District on Jan 2012
  Associated with Kieron Kohlman
- Champion's Trust - Regional Representative
  Issued by WorldSkills International on Jan 2018
  Associated with Kieron Kohlman