Jacob Garcia
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Professional technician with extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with adaptable skill set in diagnostics, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs. Known for effective problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor - Automotive
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the delivery of educational materials by utilizing sound educational practices focused on the successful academic development of each student. Responsibilities include utilizing classroom and lab to instruct students and guarantee that student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives; participating in ongoing faculty assessments and professional development activities to ensure an active, engaged and up-to-date classroom experience for all students; attend meetings/trainings, review and analyze assessment data and reports and meet academic and administrative deadlines.
Shop Supervisor/Lead Technician
Green and Go/Yellow Cab
12.2018 - 08.2023
- Diagnosed and repaired Toyota Prius, Ford Freestar, Dodge Grand Caravan, flatbed tow trucks, forklifts, R & R engines, transmissions, high voltage inverters and high voltage batteries; diagnosed electrical and mechanical problems as well as body work needed on vehicles after an accident; monthly inventory, restocking of parts, delegating projects to other technicians while ascertaining the quality of their work; maintained a safe and productive workplace.
Lead Technician
Golf Car of Corpus Christi
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Service/repair club car and EZ Go golf cars; replaced battery packs, suspension parts, frame and body repair, diagnosed electrical issues, calculated estimates and installed equipment upon customers’ request.
Technician/Service Writer
Adaptive Driving Access
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Repaired, serviced modified and installed Brawn and VMI lifts and lift accessories into wheelchair accessible vehicles such as vans, buses, SUVs and cars; submitted estimates for repairs and/or installs needed; direct contact with customers on repairs and booking appointments.
Technician
Sanford’s Auto Repair
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Diagnosed/repaired all makes and models; R & R engines, transmissions, brakes, AC systems; diagnosed electrical, engine and mechanical malfunctions; fabricated and modified systems for wrecker vehicles; ordered parts, calculated estimates.
Technician
Allison Trans Tech
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Serviced and repaired Allison transmissions out of highway; serviced vehicles and buses; rebuilt transmissions and PTO systems.
Technician
Romay’s Auto Service
03.2011 - 12.2011
- Performed State inspections; overhauled engines, R & R engines, Transmissions, steering components, brake systems, AC systems; diagnosed electrical and mechanical problems and failures; performed alignments and maintained Comfort Care Fleet.
Pest Control Technician
Alpha Extermination
05.2008 - 08.2009
- Applied pest control products, both inside and outside, for bugs, rodents and assisted with bee removal for both residential and business customers.
Full Service Attendant/Mechanic Helper
James Mathis Exxon
10.2006 - 02.2008
- Assisted customers with full services, completed overall inspection of vehicles; handled sales of major and minor repairs.
Education
High School -
W. B. Ray High School
01.2005
Graduate - Automotive Service Technician
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
01.2010
Skills
- Technician; Shop Supervisor; DPS State Inspector; Knowledge of special tools; Ability to diagnose and repair suspension; Ability to diagnose and repair AC systems; Ability to diagnose and repair electrical, brake and steering systems as well as transmissions and driveline; Troubleshoot engine performance; Able to repair tires, windows, locks, mirrors, horns, lights and switches; Ability to rebuild engines; Familiar with alignment machines/procedures and understanding of engine theory and operation, scan tools (Modus, Genesis, Solus, Autel); Worked on Blue Bird buses, Freightliner tractors, Ford flatbeds, Ford F250 - F650 and other diesel powered vehicles and their hydraulics systems
Certification
NMEDA Certified Technician
Completed Ford colledge training
Timeline
Instructor - Automotive
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
08.2023 - Current
Shop Supervisor/Lead Technician
Green and Go/Yellow Cab
12.2018 - 08.2023
Lead Technician
Golf Car of Corpus Christi
08.2018 - 12.2018
Technician/Service Writer
Adaptive Driving Access
02.2017 - 07.2018
Technician
Sanford’s Auto Repair
04.2012 - 10.2012
Technician
Allison Trans Tech
01.2012 - 04.2012
Technician
Romay’s Auto Service
03.2011 - 12.2011
Pest Control Technician
Alpha Extermination
05.2008 - 08.2009
Full Service Attendant/Mechanic Helper
James Mathis Exxon
10.2006 - 02.2008
Graduate - Automotive Service Technician
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute
High School -
W. B. Ray High School
Training
- Professionals Technical Seminar - Engine Diagnostic Strategies - 2011-09
- Professionals Technical Seminar - Diagnose the Top Ford Drivability Problems - 2011-04
- Professionals Technical Seminar - Misfire Diagnostic Strategies - 2011-12
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