Jacob Alvarado
Hanover
Summary
Well-qualified Diesel Technician successful at inspecting, repairing and maintaining equipment and vehicles. Certified Diesel Technician knowledgeable in diverse systems. Seeking to apply 7+ years of experience to a fast-paced position with room for growth. 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. Hardworking and reliable technician with strong ability in complete task in time set and safely. Offering experience and knowledge. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Technician
DVA/Caterpillar
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring proper documentation for future reference.
- Improved equipment reliability through regular inspections, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Performed thorough diagnostic tests using advanced tools to identify issues within the diesel engine system accurately.
- Gained extensive knowledge of various diesel engine systems, enabling effective problem-solving when faced with new challenges.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
Diesel Technician
Wagner Equipment Co
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Supported fleet operations with dependable on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair services for diesel-powered vehicles.
Diesel Technician
Hatch Toyota
07.2020 - 03.2021
- 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 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.
- Checked and replaced clamps, brackets, hoses and other system components.
- Performed warranty service and filed all paperwork.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
- Performed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure and more as part of service orders.
- Utilized computer programs and visual inspections to diagnose problems with brakes, steering and transmissions.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Installed new vehicle systems and components.
- Repaired electrical wiring harness, starting and charging systems.
- Maintained vehicles by changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating components.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
Heavy Equipment Technician
Empire Caterpillar
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Preformed Troubleshooting and Repairs on heavy equipment
- Preformed Preventive Maintenance on heavy equipment
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently at all times.
- Documented daily equipment inspections and submitted daily inspection forms to supervisor.
- Confirmed safe operation, inspection and preventive maintenance of heavy machinery on job site.
- Attended Training classes through company
- Maintained communication with customer
- Operated crane to lift and move materials and large objects.
- Serviced and maintained vehicles and heavy equipment.
Heavy Equipment Technician
Wagner Equipment Co
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Attended apprenticeship programs through company
- Preformed troubleshooting and repairs on heavy equipment
- Preformed Preventive Maintenance on heavy equipment
- Preformed duties in service truck
- Confirmed safe operation, inspection and preventive maintenance of heavy machinery on job site.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently at all times.
- Serviced and maintained vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Documented daily equipment inspections and submitted daily inspection forms to supervisor.
- Maintained communication with customer
Hydroment Leach Laborer
James Hamilton Construction
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Flushed and made repairs on acid leach pads on dumps
- Fused Acid leach pipes
- Created acid pads
- Maintaince Acid Pads
Education
Certification - Diesel Mechanics Technology
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM08.2015
High School Diploma -
Cobre High School
Bayard, NM05.2012
Skills
- Motor Analyzers
- Handheld Computers
- Wheel Bearings
- Critical Thinking
- Truck and Vehicle Test Drives
- Malfunction Diagnostics
- Pumps and Compressors
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Customer Service
- Battery Checks
- Time Management
- Fuel Injection Systems
- Steering Mechanisms
- Oil Changes
- Dimensional Verification
- Factory Specification Conformance
- Visual Inspection
- Testing Instrument Operation
- Routine Maintenance
- Engine Rebuilds
- Equipment and Machinery Lubrication
- Operating Condition Checks
- Decision Making
- Parts Reconditioning
- Hydraulic Jacks and Hoists
- Brake System Maintenance
- Valve Grinding and Resetting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hydraulic Repair
- HVAC Repair
- Repair Work Orders
- Safety Requirements
- Safety Monitoring
- Employee Supervision
- Engine Tune-Ups
- Computer Controlled Devices
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Interior Component Repair
- Engine Diagnostic Software
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Forklift Operation
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Diesel Technician
DVA/Caterpillar
02.2024 - 12.2024
Diesel Technician
Wagner Equipment Co
01.2023 - 01.2024
Diesel Technician
Hatch Toyota
07.2020 - 03.2021
Heavy Equipment Technician
Empire Caterpillar
02.2019 - 05.2020
Heavy Equipment Technician
Wagner Equipment Co
08.2014 - 08.2018
Hydroment Leach Laborer
James Hamilton Construction
06.2012 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Cobre High School
Certification - Diesel Mechanics Technology
Central New Mexico Community College
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