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DAVID GONZALEZ

CYPRESS,CA

Summary

I originally started at 18 in a small auto garage in So. California in 1990 owned by an Uncle. From the very first start I was introduced to the different aspects and dynamics involved in the auto service industry.

After 3 years I attended Cerritos College and completed the General Motors ASEP technician program and have been in the field ever since gaining knowledge of effective customer service and relations for 32 years.

Now at 51, I feel its time to make a change and would like to continue in the automotive industry but at a lower psychical capacity and with only a small amount of time "out of the field", I know I made the best decision ever to pursue a position as an Instructor.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Repair Instructor

Universal Technical Institute
07.2022 - Current

At UTI, I found myself loving work again. I felt like "a duck in water" but more like a fish! All these bullet points are for the most part true but they are obviously generic and I feel insincere without a pretext.

  • Provided detailed instruction and role modeling for acceptable social and work-related behaviors.
  • Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked students' progress to gauge overall success of learning program.
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
  • Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
  • Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
  • Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement.
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.

Auto Technician

Martin Chevrolet
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Perform heavy line repairs to diesel and gasoline engines
  • Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.

Automotive Technician

Harbor Chevrolet
09.2016 - 11.2019
  • Performed automotive diagnosis and repairs of diesel and gasoline engines.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
  • Changed, rotated and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.

Automotive Technician

Connel Chevrolet
11.2011 - 09.2016
  • Performed automotive repair and diagnosis for diesel and gasoline engines.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees and online knowledge bases.
  • Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
  • Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.

Education

Associate of Science - Automotive Technology

Cerritos College

Skills

  • Mechanical troubleshooting Tune engines
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Call Documentation
  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
  • Answering Customer Questions
  • Inbound and Outbound Calling
  • Customer Inquiry Response
  • Report Preparation
  • Proactive Self-Starter
  • Training and Development
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Problem-Solving
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Self-Motivated
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Automotive Repair Instructor

Universal Technical Institute
07.2022 - Current

Auto Technician

Martin Chevrolet
10.2019 - 06.2021

Automotive Technician

Harbor Chevrolet
09.2016 - 11.2019

Automotive Technician

Connel Chevrolet
11.2011 - 09.2016

Associate of Science - Automotive Technology

Cerritos College
DAVID GONZALEZ