IVAN ALDAY
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
A professional Automotive/Diesel Service Technician with the desire, knowledge and skills required to diagnose and repair malfunctions in complete mechanical and electrical systems. Looking to expand my knowledge and grow with a company long term. Experienced Diesel Technician with background testing, diagnosing and correcting mechanical issues with speed and accuracy. Good communicator with organized approach and solid understanding of priorities. Proficient Diesel Mechanic knowledgeable about Diesel vehicles. Bringing 10 years' experience in repairs, rebuilds and installations. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Professional foreman with proven track record in shop management and operational oversight. Adept at identifying areas for process improvement and implementing effective solutions. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and consistently achieving project goals. Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and inventory management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Foreman
Merx Truck & Trailer
09.2023 - Current
- Directed daily operations of team of 8 technicians and shop professionals.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects and smooth communication between teams.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Addressed customer concerns in a timely manner, upholding the company''s reputation for excellent customer service.
- Supervised all aspects of project completion from initial planning stages through final execution, meeting or exceeding client expectations consistently.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Collaborated with vendors when procuring materials or equipment necessary for successful project completion within budget constraints while adhering to quality standards.
- Developed custom solutions for unique customer requirements, resulting in increased client satisfaction levels.
- Implemented inventory control measures, ensuring proper stock levels were maintained for efficient operations.
Lead Diesel Technician
Stacks Truck and Trailer Repair
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones
- Filled in required timesheets, warranty claims and quality documents via handwritten forms or business system input screens
- Conducted successful road service for remote breakdowns and verified safe and operational return of company's equipment
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components
- Rewired ignition systems, lights and instrument panels
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components
- Installed accessories and non-OEM components to meet vehicle operator needs
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves
- Used manual and computer-assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues
- Ran diagnostics on heating and cooling systems to trace faults and completed skilled repairs
- Raised trucks and buses using hydraulic jacks or hoists
- Verified dimensions and clearances of parts to achieve conformance to factory specifications
Diesel Technician
Truck Service point
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning
- Filled in required timesheets, warranty claims and quality documents via handwritten forms or business system input screens
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries
- Diagnosed and performed accurate repair on brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and transmission clutches
- Diagnosed systems by troubleshooting malfunctions and tracing problems
- Removed malfunctioning parts and repaired components or installed new ones
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders
- Operated specialty equipment, standard tools and gauges to complete assessments and repairs
- Evaluated vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations
- Installed new vehicle systems and components
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems
Diesel Technician
Denton Cartage
06.2012 - 08.2018
- Perform preventative maintenance on trucks
- Diagnose and repair
- Repair air conditioning
- Service calls to customers using laptop to access routine system programs for diagnosing low voltage vehicle system issues/faults
- Inspect engine overhead for wear or reported problems
- Supervised replacement of engine injectors, adjust valve train
- Supervised replace EGR valve, clean EGR cooler
- Replace turbo charger, pressure hoses and clamps
- Inspect engine issues and documenting condition report
- Diagnose transmission faults, electronic and mechanical
- Service and repair power steering components
- Perform complete front end service
- Perform basic steer axle alignment
- Describe design and functions of the major engine systems, cooling, air, lubrication, fuel and injection
- Understand and successfully diagnose root cause of a failure using a failure analysis process
- Disassemble/reassemble or replace major engine components external
- Filled in required timesheets, warranty claims and quality documents via handwritten forms or business system input screens
- Assisted shop personnel and helped create cohesive and well-rounded technical environment centered around customer service, teamwork and learning
Education
Diploma of Occupational Studies - Industrial Technology
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
Lisle, Illinois12.2016
DTNA
Universal Technical Institute
Glendale Heights, Illinois01.2010
High School -
Bolingbrook High School
06.2008
Skills
- Experience in ECM Reprogramming
- Retrofitting Proficiency
- Maintenance and repair
- ABS servicing
- Quality Inspection Procedures
- Specializing in Volvo, Freightliner, Peterbilts
- Maintenance servicing
- Troubleshooting skills
- Vehicle system analysis
- Transmission service
- Brakes and tires
- Engine repairs
- Inspection checklists
Certification
- Bilingual
- Forklift Certified/Trained
- Computer Literate
- EPA Certified Section 608
- EPA Certified Section 609
Timeline
Shop Foreman
Merx Truck & Trailer
09.2023 - Current
Lead Diesel Technician
Stacks Truck and Trailer Repair
03.2021 - 09.2023
Diesel Technician
Truck Service point
08.2018 - 03.2021
Diesel Technician
Denton Cartage
06.2012 - 08.2018
DTNA
Universal Technical Institute
High School -
Bolingbrook High School
Diploma of Occupational Studies - Industrial Technology
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
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