Bryan Virgil
San Diego,California
Summary
Experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic with 10 year background in maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and tools. Familiar with pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical repair. Sound knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance with skill to repair, modify and overhaul constituents of equipment. Reads and comprehends instruction provided by manufacturers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Automotive Technician
UCSD Fleet Services
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted lead technicians in complex repairs, enhancing overall shop efficiency.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostics and identifying issues.
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly diagnosing issues and providing accurate repair estimates.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge through industry training courses and workshops.
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines, and electrical assemblies.
- Replaced gaskets, flushed coolant and performed tune-ups as part of minor vehicle maintenance.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new components.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Old Town Trolley Tours
06.2016 - 03.2023
- As a mechanic at Old Town Trolley Tours, diagnosed issues and completed repairs to a fleet of diesel boats and propane trolleys
- Handled the late night shift, closing the shop and completing assigned duties.
- Demonstrated adaptability when working on various types of heavy-duty machinery including construction equipment, trucks, buses, agricultural machines among others.
- Provided comprehensive training to new hires on company policies and procedures as well as safe operation and maintenance practices for heavy-duty machinery.
- Reduced downtime of essential equipment through timely diagnosis and repair of mechanical issues, ensuring smooth operations at all times.
- Tested mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly for proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
- Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
Automotive Technician
Ucsd Fleet Services
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services, tested vehicles and components, reviewed work orders, and completed repairs
- Responded to breakdown calls and performed repairs on the road.
Center Consultant
Fedex Office
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Assisted customers in person and via telephone, handled shipments, established customer relationships, and communicated emergencies and schedule changes.
Painter
Ahern Rentals
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Applied coats of paint and varnish, disassembled and cleaned sprayers and power equipment, removed old finishes, and adjusted repaired systems.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
- Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
Wash Rack
Ahern Rentals
- 10.2014
- Performed regular equipment maintenance checks to minimize downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicle systems to verify safety, including brakes and tires.
- Cleaned and polished vehicle interiors and exteriors to high standards.
- Maintained and repaired car wash equipment to meet operational demand.
Store Associate
Party City
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Cajon Valley High School
El Cajon, CA 01.2009 -
Completed Coursework Towards Bachelor Of Science In Psychology - undefined
Cuyamaca Community College
El Cajon, CASkills
Diesel Engine Repair
Drive Shaft Maintenance
Exhaust system repair
Preventive Maintenance Proficiency
Brake System Maintenance
Electrical Troubleshooting
Multitasking
Repair work
Preventive Maintenance
Additional Information - Description
Polished painted surfaces with sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax and other finishing materials. Maintained thorough and accurate records of all disposed paint, paint tools and cleaning rags. Obtained proper dimensions and finish specifications from blueprints, sketches and verbal instructions. Operate electric and hydraulic lifts and scaffolding on a daily basis. Experience using all power and hand tools used in performance of assigned tasks like power saw, power sander, airless spray gun and many others. Cleaned and properly stored all paint equipment and supplies at the end of each work day.
Timeline
Assistant Automotive Technician
UCSD Fleet Services
09.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician
Ucsd Fleet Services
06.2022 - 01.2023
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Old Town Trolley Tours
06.2016 - 03.2023
Center Consultant
Fedex Office
12.2015 - 06.2016
Painter
Ahern Rentals
10.2014 - 12.2015
Store Associate
Party City
09.2013 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
El Cajon Valley High School
01.2009 -
Wash Rack
Ahern Rentals
- 10.2014
Completed Coursework Towards Bachelor Of Science In Psychology - undefined
Cuyamaca Community College