Daniel Castaneda
Galena Park
Summary
Dynamic Mechanical Technician with extensive experience at Harris County Fleet Services, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and root-cause analysis. Proven track record in implementing preventive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing emergent issues. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and emergency repair management, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality repairs.
Accomplished in directing system improvements, maintaining budgets and improving performance with minimal impact on business operations. Talented in managing projects, leading teams and resolving routine and complex operational problems.
Proficient in maintaining smooth and efficient mechanical systems. Systematic professional with keen eye for details, strong focus on performance improvements and skill in root cause analysis.
Detail-oriented mechanical engineering team member with methodical approach and expertise in drafting. Sees big picture of projects and helps keep team on-track with end goals by following through on every assignment. Accurate with figures and report details.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Harris County Fleet Services
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of county equipment.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Kept track of equipment maintenance schedules using computerized maintenance management systems.
Mechanical Technician
Finnigan Chevrolet
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
Mechanical Technician
Central Houston Cadillac
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
Mechanical Technician
Baytown Buick GMC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
Mechanical Technician
David Taylor Cadillac
01.2014 - 02.2018
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Galena Park High School
Galena Park, TX05-2009
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- System configuration
- Blueprint interpretation
- Emergency repair management
- Power tool operation
- Component assembly
- Root-cause analysis
Certification
ASE Certified in all areas of vehicle
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Harris County Fleet Services
03.2022 - 02.2025
Mechanical Technician
Finnigan Chevrolet
01.2020 - 03.2022
Mechanical Technician
Central Houston Cadillac
01.2019 - 01.2020
Mechanical Technician
Baytown Buick GMC
01.2018 - 01.2019
Mechanical Technician
David Taylor Cadillac
01.2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Galena Park High School
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