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Hector Hernandez

Hesperia,California

Summary

Friendly automotive technician commended for attentively listening to customers and quickly finding solutions to issues. Detailed individual with several years of hands-on experience inspecting, repairing and maintaining vehicles. Versed in replacing dysfunctional parts and providing proper estimates for repair work.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transmission Specialist

Self-employeed
Paramount, CA
12.1997 - 03.2022
  • Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
  • Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
  • Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
  • Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
  • Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
  • Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
  • Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
  • Cleaned internal parts of the transmission using special cleaning solutions.
  • Disassembled damaged transmissions for inspection purposes.
  • Checked fluid levels in manual transmissions and topped off or replaced fluids as needed.
  • Rebuilt automatic transmissions by replacing gaskets, seals, bands, bearing assemblies, and other components.

Transmission Mechanic

Tony Garcia's Lawn Care
Paramount, CA
07.1994 - 12.1997

Transmission Mechanic

Angelo Magerehtti
Downey, CA
02.1993 - 05.1994

Transmission Mechanic

Bill Foster
Santa Monica, CA
03.1990 - 12.1993

Transmission Mechanic

Jose Jesus Hernandez
Los Angeles, CA
04.1983 - 01.1990
  • Repaired, rebuilt, and replaced transmissions, torque converters, and valve bodies.
  • Conducted tests on vehicles to diagnose problems with automatic and manual transmissions.
  • Tested electrical components of the transmission system using diagnostic equipment.
  • Dismantled and reassembled transmissions in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts such as gaskets, seals, filters, and bands.
  • Adjusted transmission linkages and cables to ensure proper operation of the transmission system.

Skills

  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Changing Oil
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Parts Replacement
  • Courtesy inspection
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Troubleshooting and diagnostics
  • Transmission repair

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • certified transmission specialist

Timeline

Transmission Specialist

Self-employeed
12.1997 - 03.2022

Transmission Mechanic

Tony Garcia's Lawn Care
07.1994 - 12.1997

Transmission Mechanic

Angelo Magerehtti
02.1993 - 05.1994

Transmission Mechanic

Bill Foster
03.1990 - 12.1993

Transmission Mechanic

Jose Jesus Hernandez
04.1983 - 01.1990
  • certified transmission specialist
Hector Hernandez