Edwin Cantu
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Good teamwork, communication and problem-solving abilities. Organized with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Porsche
01.2018 - Current
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, fluid changes and other maintenance.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
Apprentice
Porsche Experience Center
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Honed strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills while completing tasks and working with team.
- Observed senior mechanics completing major repairs.
- Kept personal appearance and all work areas neat and professional.
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Took assessments to prove knowledge base and skills.
Automotive Mechanic
Pepboys Parts And Auto
02.2015 - 12.2017
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts.
- Performed emissions tests according to standard procedures.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL12.2024
Diploma - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois
Lisle, IL06.2017
Certification - Automotive Mechanics
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05.2015
High School Diploma -
Warren Township High School
Gurnee, IL05.2015
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Time Management
- Bilingual/Spanish Fluency
- Effective Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving Abilities
Objective
I am currently seeking a full-time position as an A&P mechanic.
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Porsche
01.2018 - Current
Apprentice
Porsche Experience Center
07.2017 - 01.2018
Automotive Mechanic
Pepboys Parts And Auto
02.2015 - 12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Maintenance Technology
Rock Valley College
Diploma - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois
Certification - Automotive Mechanics
College of Lake County
High School Diploma -
Warren Township High School
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