David Estrada

Automotive Technician

Ancira Kia

08.1995 - 06.2023

Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
Performed safety and emissions inspections.
Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
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.
Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
Maintained awareness of vehicle market trends to assess customer demands and budgets.
Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.
Delegated and supervised vehicle bodywork to body team for restoration and remediation.