DANIEL REID
San Diego,CALIFORNIA
Summary
Hardworking and motivated manager with 30+ years of experience and record of success in automotive/diesel industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
Santee , CA
2013.06 - Current
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Diesel Mechanic
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
Santee , CALIFORNIA
2013.06 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding their diesel engine needs.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
Purchasing Agent
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
Santee , CALIFORNIA
2013.06 - Current
- Developed and implemented purchasing policies and procedures.
- Researched and evaluated suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability and payment terms.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Monitored inventory levels of critical items to minimize stock outs while keeping costs low.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
OWNER/Mechanical Technician
STREET TRENZ
Santee , CALIFORNIA
2006.05 - 2013.01
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
El Cajon, CA1996-06
Skills
- Financial Management
- Expense Tracking
- Business Administration
- Staff Development
- Operations Management
- Workforce Management
- Oil Service
- Engine Repair
- Brakes and Tires
- Inspection Checklists
- Repair Recordkeeping
- Transmission Service
- Computer Tracking
- Suspension Systems
- Fleet Management
- Hydraulic Systems
- Parts Ordering
- Safety Management
- Vehicle Inspections
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Cooling Systems
- Staff Supervision
- MIG Welding
- Root Cause Analysis
Certification
Certified in R134A and R1234YF hvac system repairs
Certified in ford medium duty engine repair
Certified in heavy duty air brake repair
Certified in 90day dot inspections
Certified in hi-rail inspections and repairs
I have taken many more classes on automotive repair including hybrid battery systems
Timeline
Manager
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
2013.06 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
2013.06 - Current
Purchasing Agent
MPOWER TRUCK AND DIESEL REPAIR
2013.06 - Current
OWNER/Mechanical Technician
STREET TRENZ
2006.05 - 2013.01
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
Certified in R134A and R1234YF hvac system repairs
Certified in ford medium duty engine repair
Certified in heavy duty air brake repair
Certified in 90day dot inspections
Certified in hi-rail inspections and repairs
I have taken many more classes on automotive repair including hybrid battery systems
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