Brandon Manos
Bayfield,CO
Summary
Seasoned automotive repair professional adept at inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing wide range of vehicles and issues. Knowledgeable about service schedules, well-versed in reading technical documentation and specialist in aftermarket off-road friendly component installation. Knowledge in Aerospace environment components and procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Technician
Empirical Systems Aerospace
San Luis Obispo, CA
10.2020 - 07.2024
- Composite material layups, trimming, modifying, and bonding.
- Subassembly building and installation.
- Air vehicle assembly.
- Wiring and soldering electronic boards.
- Machining parts using 5-axis CNC machines and manual machines, such as the Bridgeport and lathe.
- Inspecting parts and materials.
- Accurately completing paperwork.
- Completing employee training exercises.
- Training new employees.
Automotive Technician
Reeves Auto Repair
San Luis Obispo, CA
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Training new employees on general automotive maintenance and repairs.
- Suspension alignment.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers and online knowledgebase.
- Overhauls on classic vehicles.
Installer/fabricator
Poly Performance
San Luis Obispo, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Installation of aftermarket off-road parts, including lift kits, suspension and steering upgrades, drivetrain components, skid plates, exterior armor, and wiring of lights and accessories.
- Fleet vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Fabrication of custom parts.
- Utilizing equipment in the machine shop, such as press brakes, welding positioners, tube benders, grinding discs, and handheld fabrication tools.
Automotive Technician
Reeves Auto Repair
San Luis Obispo, CA
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Basic routine maintenance.
- Suspension and drivetrain specialist.
- Timing component replacement.
- Engine and transmission rebuild and replacement.
- Custom off-road parts installation.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids, and completed maintenance inspections.
- Maintained fleet vehicles in good working order by following preventive and corrective maintenance schedules.
General Warehouse Worker
Tennis Warehouse
San Luis Obispo, CA
02.2013 - 11.2015
- Organization of inventory.
- Picking and packing items.
- Aisle management.
Automotive Technician
Pacific Auto
Los Osos, CA
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Automotive mechanic in training.
- Shop organization and clean up.
- Basic maintenance and repairs.
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics, Metal Working
Morro Bay High School
Morro Bay, CA6 2011
Skills
- General mechanical knowledge
- Reading drawings and schematics
- Use of handheld and power tools
- Troubleshooting skills
- Inspecting parts and materials
- Safety awareness
- Welding and fabrication
Affiliations
- Building and restoring vehicles.
- Exploring off road and hiking trails.
- Camping.
Timeline
Engineering Technician
Empirical Systems Aerospace
10.2020 - 07.2024
Automotive Technician
Reeves Auto Repair
01.2019 - 10.2020
Installer/fabricator
Poly Performance
01.2018 - 01.2019
Automotive Technician
Reeves Auto Repair
01.2016 - 12.2018
General Warehouse Worker
Tennis Warehouse
02.2013 - 11.2015
Automotive Technician
Pacific Auto
09.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics, Metal Working
Morro Bay High School
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