JOSE TAPIA
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Professional technician prepared for demanding repair and maintenance roles. Proven ability to identify and resolve mechanical issues, ensuring vehicle reliability and customer safety. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting evolving needs while utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Technician
Valley Hi Kia
Victorville, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Diagnosed complex vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conducted detailed inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and manufacturer standards.
- Collaborated with service advisors to address customer concerns and improve satisfaction rates.
- Mentored junior technicians, sharing knowledge, tips, and tricks to improve their skillsets quickly.
- Stayed updated in manufacturer advancements by participating in ongoing training programs and obtaining relevant certifications.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and industry best practices.
- Developed expertise in specialized areas such as EV and hybrid technology.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Master Technician
Kia of Cerritos
Cerritos, CA
05.2019 - 08.2020
Level 3 Automotive Technician
Penske Automotive / Los Angeles County Sheriff Fleet Services
East Los Angeles, CA
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicles for LA County sheriff fleet services. Including deputy patrol cars, court staff vehicles, county jail maintenance vehicles, and specialized surveillance vehicles.
- Performed routine maintenance and inspections on various law enforcement vehicles.
- Coordinated with fleet management to prioritize urgent repairs and service requests efficiently.
- Performed routine safety inspections.
Master Technician
Kia of Carson
Carson, CA
06.2016 - 07.2018
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Extreme Diesel Repair
Bloomington, CA
09.2013 - 01.2016
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance.
- Assisted senior mechanics in complex repairs, gaining valuable hands-on experience with advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Managed and maintained a complete service truck for roadside service.
- On-call for 24/hr roadside service calls.
- Performed routine maintenance and inspections on fleet trucks for owner operators contracted with FedEx.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Learning Center
Cudahy, CASkills
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptive problem solving
- Expert diagnostics
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Technical documentation expert
- Multilingual (English and Spanish)
- Training and mentoring experience
- In-depth mechanical knowledge
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- Kia Master Certified Technician (10 years)
- Licensed California SMOG inspector
- Section 609 Certified for Automotive HVAC Refrigerant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Master Technician
Valley Hi Kia
08.2020 - Current
Master Technician
Kia of Cerritos
05.2019 - 08.2020
Level 3 Automotive Technician
Penske Automotive / Los Angeles County Sheriff Fleet Services
07.2018 - 05.2019
Master Technician
Kia of Carson
06.2016 - 07.2018
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Extreme Diesel Repair
09.2013 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Learning Center