Juan Pablo Flores
I am well prepared for the responsibilities of this position because I am a results-driven professional with strategic planning and a great work ethic. I have a proven track record of maximizing customer satisfaction and managing high risk projects, ensuring high-quality service whether it be trucks, trees, or motorcycles. I am also resilient in the face of adversity, ensuring steady progress even in challenging environments. Combined with my experience and skill that is what makes me more of an asset than an investment at any given business.
Work History
Lead Technician
2 Years 7 Months-Spent time here focused on Ford diesel engines such as the 6.9 IDI, 7.3 IDI, 7.3 DI, 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7.
-I Trained and mentored all new technicians, walked them through workplace rules, taught them how to use specials tools and follow OSHA protocol
-Most of my work here was fixing everything from bumper-to-bumper on 6.0 powerstrokes (2001-2007)
-Did lots of head gaskets (85+), motors(20+) , cab-off (100+), and custom work to 6.0 powerstrokes (bigger turbo, injectors, bullet proof kits, flash tuning)
-Installed multiple 4 inch, 7 inch, and even 10 inch lift kits usually using Kryptonite and RPG components.
-Specialized in servicing and maintaining HEUI (Hydraulically actuated Electronically controlled Unit Injector) diesel systems, including diagnostics and calibration.
-After my first year the owner got in a motorcycle crash at a race and the shop was left to me and the service advisor to run on our own for 4-5 months.
-Received over 10 giftcards and letters with my name on them from various customers due to satisfaction of work.
Technitian
5 Months-Focused on custom work including but not limited to; engine swaps, custom drivetrain, lift kits, turbo chargers(twin and compound), superchargers, battery relocation, and other racing applications.
-Aftermarket brands i have heavy experience with; AirDog, RiffRaff, KCTurbo, BDDiesel, Irate Diesel, Sinister Diesel, Kryptonite, BulletProof Diesel.
-Worked with various models of tuners across select brands such as EDGE, Holley, and SCT.
-Worked on semi trucks such as Kenworth and Peterbilt. aswell as all medium duty diesels such as Ford, Chevrolete, Ram, freightliner, Mercedez sprinter.
-Promoted a clean and organized work environment, using my best practices for tool management to reduce downtime and increase overall my productivity.
-Volunteered to help setup all shop events such as shop lunches, shop barbecues, and even attended the sponsored race track every weekend in shop merchandise for advertising.
-Received various gifts from customers due to satisfaction of work
-Have hands on experience with Hunters four post semi truck alignment rack with the hawkeye XL program.
-Gained hands on experience with commercial water pumps on water trucks
-Collaborated with other technicians and shop management to maintain workflow, ensure parts availability, since we did not have a service advisor/parts manager (had to call and order on my own with shop card)
-Worked with custom dash boards and installed after market accessory gauges
Owner/Operator
13 Years 7 Months-Successfully operated and managed my own landscaping and automotive jobs and generated extra income for over 8 years and still going, balancing this work alongside other jobs, demonstrating strong time management, discipline, and commitment.
-Performed advanced diagnostics and repairs on both modern and older diesel engines, specializing in high-pressure fuel systems and HEUI (Hydraulically actuated Electronically controlled Unit Injector) systems.
-Performed diagnostics and repairs on motorcycles and side by sides such as Yamaha R6 wiring issues and YXZ1000R transmission rebuilds
-Estimated, sold, and completed mechanical service & repair contracts up to $5,000, handling all customer communication, diagnostics, pricing, and repair work independently.
-Simultaneously provided full-service tree care, including hazardous removals, stump injected medication, pruning, also selling contracts up to $12,000.
- I personally knock door to door, hand out cards, speak to customers one on one.
-For large-scale tree projects, I recruited and managed my own crews, overseeing operations the whole time to maximize profit margins and ensure top-tier customer satisfaction because that is whats most important to me.
-I also rent a lift for large scale mechanical jobs such as jobs that require Cab-Off procedure
Technitian
4 Months-Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines using specialized tools and equipment.
-Interpreted technical manuals(mitchell/pro-demand) and wiring diagrams to perform precise and efficient repairs
-Focused on LML, L5P, and LMW Chevrolet and GMC diesel engines
-Repaired, modified, and fabricated wiring harnesses for various diesel engine systems, ensuring reliable connectivity and proper function across sensors, actuators, and control modules.
-promoted a cleaner work environment than the one they were currently working in
Education
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
-My interest in kinesiology does not imply that i am not interested in going to school full time for diesel technician ASEs or similar courses so long as the employer is providing the opportunity.
-I received a full ride for kinesiology to CSUF right out of highschool with a 3.4 GPA.
-Currently two years in or equivalent to associates
-Although i received a full ride for school and books i have to supply my own housing and amenities which is why i do so much door to door work along-side my full-time job and studying.