Juan Mendez
South Gate,CA
Summary
Experienced Diesel Mechanic skilled in repairs, rebuilds, and installations. Knowledgeable about various vehicles. Adept at completing routine maintenance and specialized rebuilds on varies diesel applications. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
Pico Rivera, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Reconditioned and replaced pistons, bearings, gears and valves.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.
- Adjusted engine timing to factory specifications.
- Tested electrical circuits for faults using diagnostic computers.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Removed and disassembled defective diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles to complete repairs.
- Replaced worn or damaged components such as spark plugs, air filters, and oil filters.
- Examined brake systems for proper operation; replaced pads or shoes when needed.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
Charlotte, North Carolina
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed essential repairs
- Preformed thorough safety inspections on vehicles
- Repaired fuel injection systems, turbochargers, brakes, and exhaust systems.
- Assisted in the removal of engines from vehicles in order to replace them with new ones.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on diesel engines.
- Examined brake systems for proper operation; replaced pads or shoes when needed.
- Followed safety guidelines while performing repair work on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Completed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires and other vehicle systems.
Diesel Mechanic Assistant
Ramos Oil
West Sacramento, CA
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Assisted with routine servicing of diesel engines, including oil changes and filter replacements.
- Assisted Diesel Mechanic in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems.
- Assisted with repairs to brakes, transmissions, clutches, hydraulics systems and other components on a variety of vehicles.
- Performed basic repairs such as replacing belts, hoses, bearings and seals.
- Conducted regular preventative maintenance tasks on diesel engine systems.
- Maintained records of all repair activities performed on each piece of equipment serviced.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while performing maintenance tasks on vehicles or heavy machinery.
- Assisted in the installation of new engines into vehicles when required.
Tanker Crewman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning before use.
- Maintained records of all preventive maintenance activities performed on equipment.
- Repaired damaged parts by welding or fabricating replacement pieces when required.
- Performed periodic inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Efficiently supervise 12 marines while also submitting timely reports.
- Accountable for $500,000 worth of parts and tools while on the job.
Education
Associate in Occupational Studies - Diesel and Automotive
Universal Technical Institute
Sacramento, CA08-2018
Skills
- Troubleshooting & diagnosis
- Engine diagnostics
- Solid independent worker
- Engine repair
- Electrical Systems
- Suspension Systems
- Brake Systems
Certification
- T2 Diesel Engines
- T4 Brakes
- T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
- T8 Preventative Maintenance & Inspection (PMI)
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
06.2023 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Rush Truck Center
09.2018 - 06.2023
Diesel Mechanic Assistant
Ramos Oil
10.2016 - 09.2018
Tanker Crewman
United States Marine Corps
06.2012 - 06.2016
Associate in Occupational Studies - Diesel and Automotive
Universal Technical Institute