Darrel Pinto

Over two summers I was able to work as an assistant coach and later a head coach for multiple youth soccer teams. I definitely learned patience, but I also learned how to problem solve, and how to really be a part of a team. I also learned from my mistakes, not only from ones that i realized but also those that were pointed out to me. I realized from that job I will always have more to learn and that no matter what I can always do better, and that has pushed me in my study's to really push myself.

I started out doing basics such as; oil changes, filter replacements, brake flushes, and learning how to use CDK. I was assigned to work with a Master Tech who taught me different diagnosing methods and how to inspect the vehicle for any problems. I was then taught how to replace tires and repair bent rims, as well as programming and testing new parts. I learned a lot more about how dealerships flow and the master tech I worked with was teaching me how to get more proficient in order to progress to a flat rate tech. I loved that job and was sad when I resigned because I even though I was there for only a short period of time my mechanical skill improved dramatically and I am looking forward to improving more at the next job.

This was my second job and I definitely learned a lot from it, I was constantly moving and communicating with other team members and it definitely helped me to learn how to work faster, and smarter. I was able to watch how seasoned lift operators kept everything organized and how they were able to communicate everything simply and effectively and it is something I tried to implement in my own work even to this day. Learning from people around me has helped me to be more successful in whatever job I am in.