Julio Torres
Sanger,CA
Summary
Experienced Automotive Technician with 8+ years in computer diagnostics, engine repair, and brake systems. Skilled in preventive maintenance, repair documentation, and accurate troubleshooting of complex vehicle issues.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Mechanic
Meineke Car Care
03.2025 - 09.2026
- Diagnosed engine, brake, suspension, and electrical issues using scan tools and visual inspections.
- Repaired and replaced worn components to restore safe, reliable vehicle performance.
- Performed routine maintenance, including oil changes, fluid services, tire rotations, and filter replacements.
- Communicated inspection findings and recommended needed services to support accurate repair decisions.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
Auto Mechanic
Used Car Dealership
03.2022 - 02.2025
- Diagnosed engine, brake, and electrical issues on used vehicles using scan tools and visual inspections.
- Repaired worn components to restore drivability and support pre-sale reconditioning standards.
- Performed oil changes, fluid services, and filter replacements according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected trade-ins for safety concerns and recommended necessary repairs before lot placement.
Automotive Technician
Future Ford of Clovis
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Performed routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on Ford vehicles to factory specifications.
- Completed engine, transmission, and drivetrain repairs with accurate parts replacement.
- Diagnosed drivability and electrical issues using scan tools and factory service information.
- Inspected brakes, suspension, steering, and tires for safety and performance concerns.
- Applied Ford service procedures to resolve warranty, recall, and customer-pay repairs.
- Documented repair orders clearly to support efficient communication with service advisors.
- Verified completed work through road tests and quality checks before vehicle release.
- 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.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Education
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Reedley College
Reedley,CA05-2018
Skills
- Brake systems
- Engine repair
- Electrical systems
- Brake service
- Suspension systems
- Steering systems
- Exhaust systems
- Vehicle alignment
- Tire balancing
- Hybrid systems
- Emissions control
- Coolant system control
- Automotive electronics
- HVAC systems
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Timeline
Automotive Mechanic
Meineke Car Care
03.2025 - 09.2026
Auto Mechanic
Used Car Dealership
03.2022 - 02.2025
Automotive Technician
Future Ford of Clovis
06.2018 - 02.2022
Automotive Technology - Automotive Technology
Reedley College