Abraham Garcia
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Hardworking automotive service technician with 3 years in maintaining and repairing diverse vehicles using advanced manual and mechanical skills. Collaborate with customers and other mechanics to understand problems and plan repairs. Focused on maximizing customer satisfaction with dependable, expert service. Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in engine maintenance, transmission service and body repair.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Service Technician
AA Concepts Co.
Arcadia, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
Automotive Service Technician
JPEG Built
Garden Grove, CA
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
Waiter/Bartender
Disneyland Resort
Anaheim, CA
11.2014 - 01.2020
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Gate Senior High School
South Gate, CA06.2013
Skills
- Refurbishing Skills
- Automotive Engineering
- Engine Rebuilds
- OSHA Regulation Compliance
- Coolant Flushes
- Electrical Repair Procedures
- Maintaining Records
- Work Area Cleanliness
- Brake Systems Understanding
- Operating Pneumatic Tools
- Optimizing Engine Performance
- Inventory Organizing
- Prepare Estimates
- Multi-Point Inspection
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Operating Air Compressors
- Spark Plug Replacement
- Electrical System Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance Services
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Oil Changes
- Managing Parts
- Safety Inspections
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safety
- Scheduled Services
- Heavy Lifting
- Preparing Work Orders
- Parts Repair and Refurbishment
- Specification Reading
- Contract Negotiation
- Overseeing Garage Operations
- Hand and Power Tools
- Customer Relationship Management
- Parts Replacement
- Detecting Refrigerant Leaks
- Safety Awareness
- Vehicle Realignment
- Electrical Systems
- Filter Replacement
- Mechanical Diagnosis
- Calibrating Instruments
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Drivability Issues
- Labor Costs
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Installing Equipment
- HAZMAT Knowledge
- Calibrating Systems
- Transmission
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Engine Tuneup and Repairs
- Repair Tree Understanding
- Quality Assurance
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Quality Assurance Inspections
- Team Collaboration
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Safety Procedures
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Fluid Replacement
- Safe Chemical Handling
- New Employee Training
- Time Management
- Vendor Relations
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Hydraulic Jacks
- Battery Changing
- Fluid Checks
- Body Panel Repair
- Installations and Repairs
- Road-Worthiness Evaluations
- Bay Management
- Gasket Replacements
- Electrical Understanding
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Scoping Components
- Customer Relations
- Inventory Auditing
- Supply Ordering
- Valid Driver's License
- Repair Quotes
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Purchasing Parts and Inventory
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Install New Parts
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Service Technician
AA Concepts Co.
08.2022 - Current
Automotive Service Technician
JPEG Built
01.2021 - 08.2022
Waiter/Bartender
Disneyland Resort
11.2014 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
South Gate Senior High School