Enrico Cervantez
Veneta,OR
Summary
Proven Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience at Jackson Group Peterbilt, mastering engine diagnostics and diesel engine repair while leading teams towards performance improvement. Excelled in fleet management and staff supervision, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Skilled in employing pneumatic systems and hydraulic repairs, committed to safety management and excellence in vehicle maintenance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Jackson Group Peterbilt
09.2023 - Current
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Automotive Diesel Technician
Kendall Chevrolet
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- 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.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Eugene Water & Electric Board
02.2015 - 08.2019
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Restored and modified equipment using welding and metal fabrication techniques.
- Reassembled and tested equipment after repairs to verify function and performance.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Evaluated heavy equipment to determine necessary repairs and maintenance requirements.
- Performed welding, soldering and brazing to repair damaged components on mobile heavy equipment.
- Changed oils, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services on heavy equipment.
- Read and interpreted technical manuals for troubleshooting and repair purposes.
Transit Mechanic
Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- 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.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Diesel Mechanic
Golden Gate Truck Center
05.2007 - 01.2012
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
- Determined cost-effective solutions to mechanical issues, saving company money.
- Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
- Checked completed repairs in buses and trucks, confirming correct servicing procedures.
- Organized test drives in buses and trucks to identify needed repairs.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Diesel Mechanics
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA01.2011
Skills
- Engine repair
- Computer tracking
- Auto diagnostics
- Pneumatic Systems
- Oil Changes
- Engine diagnostics
- Transmissions
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Suspension Systems
- Auto and engine repair
- Vehicle inspections
- Documentation
- Performance Improvement
- Inspection procedures
- Steering Mechanisms
- Safety Management
- MIG welding
- Fluid adjustments
- Engine Rebuilds
- Staff Supervision
- Brake Systems
- Root Cause Analysis
- Electrical Systems
- Steering systems
- Time tracking
- Parts Ordering
- Vehicle alignment
- Air conditioning systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Vehicle checklists
- Welding and fabrication
- Fleet Management
Certification
10 year ASE certified diesel tech
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Jackson Group Peterbilt
09.2023 - Current
Automotive Diesel Technician
Kendall Chevrolet
07.2022 - 09.2023
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Eugene Water & Electric Board
02.2015 - 08.2019
Transit Mechanic
Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority
01.2012 - 02.2015
Diesel Mechanic
Golden Gate Truck Center
05.2007 - 01.2012
Certificate of Completion - Diesel Mechanics
College of Alameda
10 year ASE certified diesel tech
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