Bruno Castellanos
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Diligent Auto/Fleet Technician with strong background in managing daily operations and team coordination. Successfully led various shop projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards. Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting mechanical issues and improving workflow efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Foreman
Tieken Auto Service
San Antonio, TX
10.2020 - Current
- Diagnosing and repair of multiple vehicle makes and models
- Nature of work consists of engine, brakes, front end and suspension, A/C, drive line, electrical, and diagnostic
- In charge of guiding and providing help and assistance to other technicians in difficult diagnostics and repairs
- 20+years experience in automotive repair overall
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
Automotive Fleet Technician
RepairSmith
San Antonio, TX
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Overnight position diagnosing and repairing mechanical issues in diverse vehicle fleets. Amazon fleet vehicles ranging from delivery vans Transit/ Promaster/ Sprinter to larger vehicles such as Freightliner MT45 and Ford F59 Stepvans as well as Isuzu NPR/ NRR and Hino 195/268 trucks.
- Performed routine maintenance services to ensure optimal vehicle performance. Work performed was preventative maintenance but also repaired various other issues. Oil changes, air filters, cabin filters, spark plugs, brakes, tire mounting and balancing, electrical issues such as lighting and harness collision damage, diagnostic driveability/performance issues as well as front end and drivetrain repair.
- DOT inspection certification
- Completed Rivian step van training
Sanitation
HEB
San Antonio, TX
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Total Store Sanitation Team Lead
- In charge of overnight team tasked with cleaning deli, bakery, market, produce, and dairy departments
- Perform additional duties such as painting, deep cleanings in different departments to maintain food freshness and general equipment sanitation
- In charge of day shift team ensuring completion of assignments
Owner
Balu's Kitchen Food Truck
San Antonio, TX
07.2015 - 03.2020
- Owned and operated mobile food vending business starting with nothing in funds to over a $200,000 in revenue in 2 years time in a very competitive field
- 20% consistent sales growth yearly
- Servsafe Manager and Food Handler certifications and extensive knowledge in proper food handling and sanitation procedures
- Managed and reduced food costs to less than 25% of revenue
- 99% 5-star reviews of food and services on social media
Sanitor
S3 Sanitation
San Antonio, TX
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Trained to clean HEB meat plant overnight, cleaning areas to include: spice, cells, sausage, marination, and bordering walkways.
- Cleaned industrial equipment to include conveyor belts, mixers, marinading equipment, chillers, etc.
Shop Manager/ Lead Mechanic
J&B Automotive and Tire
San Antonio, TX
02.2010 - 11.2014
- Worked on multiple makes and models at a family owned repair shop
- Serviced brakes, suspension, driveline, external engine, diagnostic, electrical, to mounting and balancing tires
- Repaired flats on a variety of tires ranging from mowers to small airplane tires
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas A. Edison
San Antonio, TXCertification
- Driver's License
- March 2019 to March 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Fleet Technician
RepairSmith
12.2022 - 07.2023
Shop Foreman
Tieken Auto Service
10.2020 - Current
Sanitation
HEB
06.2020 - 06.2021
Sanitor
S3 Sanitation
09.2015 - 08.2016
Owner
Balu's Kitchen Food Truck
07.2015 - 03.2020
Shop Manager/ Lead Mechanic
J&B Automotive and Tire
02.2010 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Thomas A. Edison