Aljay Gonzales
Spanaway,WA
Summary
Motivated individual with over 12 years of combined Diesel Technician experience and Management. Directly in charge of the well being and job duties of over 66 personnel. Value dignity and respect and always accomplishes the mission on hand. Disciplined and willing to learn something new everyday.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Technician
Utility Trailer Sales Of Washington
11.2021 - 12.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engine systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Performed routine maintenance on trailers and reefer transport refrigeration systems enhancing longevity and safety standards.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, reducing turnaround time for service requests.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and services performed, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and offering clear explanations of required repairs or services.
- Conducted over 300 independent emergency road service maintenance calls.
- Diagnosed and troubleshoot difficult electrical system repairs utilizing schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Conducted brazing and welding techniques for repairs and installs on semi trailers and carrier/ Thermo king reefers.
Platoon Sergeant / Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
U.S Army
10.2012 - 12.2021
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring mission readiness and unit cohesion.
- Mentored junior soldiers, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Developed training programs to improve tactical proficiency and operational effectiveness.
- Conducted risk assessments, implementing safety protocols to safeguard personnel and assets.
- Led after-action reviews, analyzing performance to identify areas for improvement and best practices.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel, optimizing resource allocation for missions.
- Trained, supervised and organized over Number soldiers and personnel.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Managed the maintenance program of over 400 military vehicles valued over $90,000,000
- Conducted and managed over 10,000 work orders resulting in a 99% completion rate
Education
High School Diploma -
Marianas High School
Saipan, CNMISkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Fuel system repair
- Workplace safety
- HVAC systems maintenance
- DOT inspections
- Welding
- Brazing
- Electrical diagnostics
- Air brake system repair
- Semi trailer repair
- Carrier/ Thermo king Repair
- Fabrication experience
- Mechanical knowledge
- Diagnostic software
- Welding and fabrication
- Advanced diagnostics
- Pneumatic systems
- Air brake systems
- Maintenance and repair
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Customer service
- Brake system maintenance
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Engine diagnostics
- Oil changes
- HVAC repair
- Hydraulic repair
- Forklift operation
- Wheel bearings
- Alternative fuel systems repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Hand and power tool operation
- Employee supervision
- Inventory management
- ABS repair
- Management
- Basic Excel
- Computer skills
Certification
- Military Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic Graduate
- Secret Clearance
- Basic Leadership Course Graduate
- Advanced Leadership Course Graduate
- Six Sigma Green Belt certificate
- Six Sigma Black Belt certificate
- Hendrickson Tiremaax Service Certificate
- Carrier Transicold Truck Trailer Certificate
- APU certification
- Vector reefer system certification
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Utility Trailer Sales Of Washington
11.2021 - 12.2025
Platoon Sergeant / Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
U.S Army
10.2012 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Marianas High School