Jose Rodriguez
Worcester,MA
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Experienced Diesel Mechanic bringing expertise in engines, brakes and other vehicle systems. Communicative team player with understanding of customer service standards and documentation requirements.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesal Mechanic
Mid-State International Trucks Inc
Worcester, MA
07.2007 - 07.2018
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
- Examined brake systems for proper operation; replaced pads or shoes when needed.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Welded broken metal parts using oxyacetylene torches and electric arc welders.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts before reassembly of the unit, engine, vehicle .
- Worked with a team of mechanics to complete projects efficiently within time limits.
- Rebuilt faulty hydraulic systems including pumps and cylinders.
- Optimized brake systems by adjusting and replacing components.
Welding Machine Operator
Riverdale Mills Corporation
Northbridge, MA
07.2000 - 07.2007
- Position workpieces manually or with hoists or cranes so that pieces can be joined together properly.
- Repair defective welds by removing them completely or grinding them down and re-welding them.
- Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together using processes such as MIG and MAG welding, TIG welding, plasma arc cutting.
- Train new employees in proper use of welding equipment.
- Monitor the welding process to ensure it meets specific requirements in terms of strength, consistency, and accuracy.
Education
Associate of Science - Industrial Mechanic
Thomas Jefferson National Institute
Sonsonate, El Salvador11-1995
Skills
- Solid independent worker
- Inspection checklists
- Computer tracking
- Vehicle system analysis
- Engine repair
- Transmission service
- Brakes and tires
- Oil service
- Brake Systems
- Fluid changes
- MIG welding
- Vehicle Maintenance Service
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Additional Experience
- For the last 5 years, i've worked on my own independently vehicle services for both diesal and gasoline vehicle.
Timeline
Diesal Mechanic
Mid-State International Trucks Inc
07.2007 - 07.2018
Welding Machine Operator
Riverdale Mills Corporation
07.2000 - 07.2007
Associate of Science - Industrial Mechanic
Thomas Jefferson National Institute