JOHN CASTRO
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented Diesel Mechanic experienced as fleet mechanic for large logistics company. Consistently completes scheduled maintenance accurately and efficiently. Dedicated to keeping team members safe and vehicles operating in peak performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
GFL Environmental
Houston
06.2024 - Current
- Disassembled defective units to diagnose malfunctions and repair them accordingly.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and lubrication.
- Fabricated custom parts using welding equipment.
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
Diesel Mechanic
Reynolds Nationwide
Humble
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles
- Performed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering and transmissions
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Roadside Assistance
R & L Tires
Houston
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Flushed and refilled radiators, alternators and transmissions
- Located and fixed tire flats with compounds or physical patches
- Evaluated fluid levels, battery functioning and vehicle leaks
- Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks and vans
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
Diesel Mechanic
V's Auto Service
Houston
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Documented findings and all actions taken
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations
- Inspected all vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles
- Performed preventative maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders
Education
High School -
Edinburg High School
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Transmissions
- Steering Systems
- Fleet Management
- Inspection procedures
- Preventive and Reparative
- Fluid adjustments
- Maintenance
- Oil changes
- Engine Rebuilds
- Vehicle checklists
- Brake Systems
- Auto Diagnostics
- Documentation
- CNG equipment
- Auto and Engine Repair
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
GFL Environmental
06.2024 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Reynolds Nationwide
09.2018 - 06.2020
Roadside Assistance
R & L Tires
10.2015 - 07.2018
Diesel Mechanic
V's Auto Service
08.2011 - 01.2014
High School -
Edinburg High School