Jose Gonzalez
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Experienced Service Tech with extensive knowledge of vehicle testing, maintenance and repair. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
HONDA OF STUART
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
T & G TRANSMISSION
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
Automotive Technician
Economy Paint
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Safeguarded customer trust by ensuring adherence to ethical repair practices and maintaining a transparent communication approach throughout the service process.
OWNER
ALL IN ONE TRANSMISSION
01.2001 - 12.2012
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
Automotive Technician
ACCTION TRANSMISSION
01.1995 - 12.2000
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Education
No Degree - Automotive Technology
ATI Career Training Center - Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FLHigh School Diploma -
Hallandale High School
Hallandale, FL06.1992
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Changing tires
- Engine repair
- Problem-Solving
- Hand and power tools
- Brake systems understanding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts Replacement
- Fluid Exchanges
- Diagnostic abilities
- Customer Service
- Brake Systems
- Inspecting vehicles
- Steering systems
- Tire Services
- Vehicle Inspection
- Suspension Systems
- System repairs
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust Systems
- Team Collaboration
- Preventive maintenance services
- Coolant System Control
- Installing equipment
- Electrical failure repairs
- Battery Services
- Heavy Lifting
- Replacing Filters
- Electrical understanding
- Engine Rebuilds
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Drivetrain Repair
- Automotive Electronics
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Wheel Alignments
- Maintenance and repairs
- Oil Changes
- Brake servicing
- Paintless Dent Repair
- Welding and fabrication
Timeline
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
HONDA OF STUART
03.2024 - Current
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN
T & G TRANSMISSION
01.2019 - 12.2023
Automotive Technician
Economy Paint
01.2012 - 01.2019
OWNER
ALL IN ONE TRANSMISSION
01.2001 - 12.2012
Automotive Technician
ACCTION TRANSMISSION
01.1995 - 12.2000
No Degree - Automotive Technology
ATI Career Training Center - Fort Lauderdale
High School Diploma -
Hallandale High School