Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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James Gonzales

Las Vegas

Summary

Professional mechanic with significant hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance and repair. Skilled in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and implementing effective solutions. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Known for reliability and achieving high-quality results in demanding environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Mechanic

Kooner Fleet Management
05.2020 - Current
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
  • Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
  • Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
  • Improved team productivity through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication among mechanics.
  • Performed parts runs and managed inventory.


Mechanic

Western Nevada Kenworth / Worthen Equipment
08.2015 - 04.2020
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues. Using progrms as such as Cummins Insight, Davie4 , Allison doc, Bendix, and Wabco.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Performed offsite service calls and diagnostics.

Mechanic A Lead

Mvtransportation
2012 - 08.2015
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Performed Allison overhauls, and Cummins overhauls.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • used Cummins Insite allison Doc. ,and Bendix

Education

Fernley High School
Fernley, NV

Skills

  • Expert troubleshooting
  • Heavy-duty vehicle repair
  • Brake systems air hydraulic
  • Preventive maintenance procedures
  • Computer skills
  • Engine repair
  • Mechanical repair
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Driveline maintenance
  • Welding experience

Accomplishments

    My ASE certifications experied as of december 2020, but i did maintain Master ASE medium/heavy duty qailifications.

Timeline

Lead Mechanic

Kooner Fleet Management
05.2020 - Current

Mechanic

Western Nevada Kenworth / Worthen Equipment
08.2015 - 04.2020

Mechanic A Lead

Mvtransportation
2012 - 08.2015

Fernley High School
James Gonzales