Elias Vazquez
Orlando
Summary
Dynamic technician with extensive experience at Star Chrysler, excelling in diagnostic and mechanical repairs. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex engine issues and perform system overhauls. Strong communication and problem-solving skills ensure customer satisfaction and efficient service delivery. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician/Mechanic
Self Employed
Orlando
04.2025 - Current
- Utilized computerized scan tools to interpret error codes and diagnose engine malfunctions.
- Performed routine maintenance services, including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Executed mechanical repairs by replacing worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings.
- Completed system overhauls on HVAC, fuel systems, and emissions control systems.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of all work performed for quality assurance.
- Communicated technical diagnoses and repair options clearly to customers.
Technician/Mechanic
3G Service Station
Corona
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Diagnosis: Using diagnostic tools to find problems in engines, electronics, and other systems.
- Maintenance: Performing oil changes, tune-ups, fluid checks, and other scheduled services.
- Repairs: Fixing or replacing parts in brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and transmissions.
- System Checks: Inspecting belts, hoses, spark plugs, and fuel systems.
- Customer Interaction: Discussing vehicle issues and repair needs with customers.
Supervisor
Allied Aviation
JFK Airport
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintain daily work roster, confirming all jobs are done correctly in a timely manner.
- Technician/Mechanic - Pickups and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
- Perform general automobile mechanical and preventive maintenance on all vehicles.
- Promoted on 1/30/2023
Ground Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
11.2021 - 04.2022
- The Ground Operations Team prepares the aircraft for departure, loads baggage, stocks provisions, and is responsible for safe guidance of aircraft movement on arrival and departure.
- They also help with aircraft fueling and waste disposal.
Assistant Store Manager
Stingray Divers/Ops Inc.
Brooklyn
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Open Store daily - Open the store and make it ready for the day.
- Interact with customers by helping them decide on the right product to purchase and/or repairs on product already owned by them.
- Purchasing and maintained inventory for the store.
- Tested new products and took video of their operation.
- Supervised retail staff. Mentored, hired and/or dismissed as necessary.
- Closing Store daily - Made sure all monies were counted, balanced and put away, and the doors were properly closed after activating the security system.
Auto Mechanic
Star Chrysler
Queens
01.2002 - 12.2016
- General mechanic and troubleshooting of all phases of a car and truck by scanning vehicles for trouble codes and carrying out diagnosis.
- Repairing brake systems, suspensions, exhaust, engine, transmission, replacing faulty sensors and resolving fault codes.
- Replaced engines, transmissions, brake systems as needed.
- Performed periodic maintenance including replacing all fluids and filters.
Assistant Parts Manager
Park Dodge
New Hyde Park
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Performed my daily duties of the parts department by keeping stock replenished and supplying the mechanics the material they needed to do the repairs in the shop.
- Shipping and receiving of parts shipped and ordered.
- Took care of the public both on the telephone and in person, providing information, instruction and selling what was needed for them to get their jobs done.
- Supervised the delivery driver who made the deliveries that needed to be done daily, were done correctly and in a timely manner.
- Also, the counter attendant who took care of the customer when they walked-in and helped the mechanics.
- Resolved issues with orders, to the customers satisfaction.
Education
High School Equivalent Diploma -
Job Corp
Morganfield, Kentucky01.1996
High School -
Long Island High School
NYC01.1995
Skills
- Diagnostic and mechanical tools
- Mechanical repairs and inspections
- Brake and engine diagnostics
- A/C troubleshooting and system overhauls
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Time management strategies
Certification
- E Class Driver's License
- CDL Class B Permit with Air Brakes Endorsement
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Technician/Mechanic
Self Employed
04.2025 - Current
Technician/Mechanic
3G Service Station
02.2024 - 03.2025
Supervisor
Allied Aviation
04.2022 - 02.2024
Ground Operations Crew
JetBlue Airways
11.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Stingray Divers/Ops Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2021
Auto Mechanic
Star Chrysler
01.2002 - 12.2016
Assistant Parts Manager
Park Dodge
01.1996 - 01.2002
High School Equivalent Diploma -
Job Corp
High School -
Long Island High School