Brandon Gallegos
Bullhead City,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Diesel Mechanic with a proven track record at Hargus Disposal, enhancing vehicle functionality and safety through expert repairs and preventive maintenance. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a dependable work ethic, I significantly improved fleet efficiency. I consistently exceed employer expectations without compromising quality.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Lube Technician
Terribles Lube
Bullhead City, AZ
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Assisted coworkers when needed to ensure smooth operations during peak hours or when dealing with challenging situations.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of Number-point inspection.
Tire and Lube Technician
Anderson Ford
Bullhead City, AZ
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire and lube services.
- Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of Number-point inspection.
- Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
- Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety.
School Bus Mechanic
Bullhead City School District
Bullhead City, AZ
- Upheld cleanliness standards for the shop area by ensuring tools were properly stored after use, waste materials were appropriately disposed of, and workspaces were kept organized throughout the day.
- Maintained safe transportation for students by repairing or replacing faulty brake systems, suspension components, and steering mechanisms.
- Stayed informed on industry advancements through participation in professional networking events and continuing education courses.
- Reduced downtime for buses with prompt diagnosis and repair of mechanical issues.
- Maximized vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks, including oil changes, and filter replacements
Auto and Diesel Mechanic
Fleet Maintenance
Fort Mohave AZ
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
Automotive Technician
Accurate Transmission
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- 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.
- Inspected and tested serviced vehicles to check integrity of repairs.
- Disassembled, diagnosed and repaired vehicle transmission systems.
Diesel Mechanic
Hargus Disposal
Fort Mohave
09.2020 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
Education
Diploma -
River Valley High School
Mohave Valley 2013
Skills
- Customer Service
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake Systems
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Fuel systems
- Repairs knowledge
- Documentation And Reporting
- Electrical Systems
- Exhaust Systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Computerized Diagnostics
- Electrical system rewiring
- Fleet maintenance
- Differential Repair
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Accurate Transmission
09.2021 - 04.2022
Diesel Mechanic
Hargus Disposal
09.2020 - Current
Lead Lube Technician
Terribles Lube
Tire and Lube Technician
Anderson Ford
School Bus Mechanic
Bullhead City School District
Auto and Diesel Mechanic
Fleet Maintenance
Diploma -
River Valley High School