Damian Polendo Barrios
Plainview,Texas
Summary
Offering strong foundation in mechanical theory and practical application, eager to learn and grow in automotive environment. Brings keen ability to understand technical manuals and apply troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve issues. Ready to use and develop mechanical skills and diagnostic abilities in technician role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Oreilly Auto Pats
05.2023 - Current
- Replaced gaskets, flushed coolant and performed tune-ups as part of minor vehicle maintenance.
- Assisted in rebuilding, replacing and repairing vehicle parts such as engines, brakes, transmission lines, and electrical assemblies.
- Upheld strict safety standards during all repair procedures, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Raised vehicle on hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
- Dismantled faulty assemblies to repair or replace worn or damaged parts.
- Assisted senior technicians with challenging projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of automotive repair work.
- Inspected cars to diagnose problems and perform repairs.
- Conducted road tests on vehicles per to verify safe operating order of vehicle.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
South Plains College
Levelland, TX05-2025
Skills
- Automatic transmission
- Changing tires
- Battery testing and replacement
- Electrical systems
- Troubleshooting skills
- Report writing
- Cooling system maintenance
- Suspension systems
- Computerized diagnosis
- Fuel system maintenance
- Exhaust system repairs
- Air conditioning service
Certification
- CST - Certified Service Technician
- ASE- Student certifications.
- Electrical/Electronic Systems
- Manual Drive Train and Axles
- Brakes
- Engine Performance
- Maintenance and Light Repair
- Suspension and Steering
- Automobile Service Technology
- Engine Repair
- Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
- Heating and Air Conditioning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Oreilly Auto Pats
05.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
South Plains College
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