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KARL TOLAI

Citrus Heights,CA

Summary

Highly motivated professional with experience in providing quality repairs and maintenance. Skilled in diagnosing and repairing engine, transmission and brakes. Adept in creating detailed service reports and managing customer relationships. Experienced in heavy duty truck repair and diesel engine repair. Experienced in hydraulic systems and air brakes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Light Equipment Mechanic

County of sacramento
Sacramento, CA
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Kept accurate records of all maintenance performed on vehicles in the facility.
  • Followed safety guidelines while working with hazardous chemicals or hazardous waste products.
  • Maintained records of repairs made to all vehicles in the facility.
  • Diagnose issues with county vehicles
  • Perform bit inspections

Bumper to bumper repairs as needed

Senior Automotive Technician

Epic Chevrolet
Sacramento, CA
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Assisted colleagues with difficult tasks when requested.
  • Performed electrical diagnosis and repair on vehicles, utilizing wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical service bulletins.
  • Followed safety procedures while working on vehicles to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Senior Automotive Technician

San Leandro Ford
San Leandro, CA
06.2019 - 08.2023
  • Heavy duty repair.
  • Diesel engine repair.
  • Suspension diagnosis.
  • Drivability.
  • Gas engine repair.
  • Transmission diagnosis.
  • Differential diagnosis.

Journeyman Automotive Service Technician

Serramonte Ford
Colma, CA
11.2015 - 06.2019
  • Automotive apprentice.
  • Journeyman level technician.
  • Drivability.
  • Engine repair.
  • Brakes and suspension.
  • Diesel engine repair.
  • Fleet service repair heavy duty.

Owner Operator

Country Club Transport
Benicia, CA
02.2000 - 09.2015
  • Class A auto transport driver.
  • Safely load and unload vehicles from trailer.
  • Perform inspections on vehicles before and after delivery.
  • Follow FMCSA guidelines and regulations.

Education

High School Diploma - Automotive program in Automotive

South San Francisco high school
South San Francisco, CA
06.2000

Automotive technology

Skyline college
San Bruno, CA
06.2000

Skills

  • Automotive Electronics
  • Fuel Injection Systems
  • HVAC Systems
  • Diesel Engines
  • Electrical Systems
  • Engine Repair
  • Hybrid Technology
  • Steering Systems
  • Transmission Repair
  • Advanced Diagnostics
  • Fluid Services
  • Chassis Fabrication
  • Tire Services
  • Exhaust Systems
  • Suspension Systems
  • Alignment Services
  • Battery Services
  • Brake Systems
  • Inventory Management
  • Driveability Diagnosis
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Quality Control
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Performance Tuning
  • Team Leadership
  • Issue Resolution
  • Parts Replacement
  • Alignments experience
  • Chemical disposal
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • System repairs
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Ticket writing
  • Calibration understanding
  • Electrical failure repairs
  • Job Scheduling
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Estimating Work
  • Changing Oil
  • Fuel systems
  • Electrical experience
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Maintaining records
  • Coolant System Control
  • Replacing parts
  • Scheduled services
  • Changing tires
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Rebuilding engines
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Team Collaboration
  • Safety awareness
  • Calibrating instruments
  • Calibrating systems
  • Relationship Building
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Rust removal
  • Electrical repair procedures
  • Inventory organizing
  • Quality assurance inspections
  • Hand and power tools
  • Transmissions
  • Supply Ordering
  • Maintenance Scheduling
  • Preparing Work Orders
  • Vendor Relations
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Service Scheduling
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Repair quotes
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Purchasing Parts and Inventory
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Managing parts
  • Soldering skills
  • Roadside Repair
  • Customer Relations
  • Engine Rebuilds
  • Replacing Filters
  • Relaying Complex Information
  • Drivetrain and Axle Installation
  • Inventory Auditing
  • Installing equipment
  • Optimizing engine performance
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Operating air compressors
  • Diagnostic abilities
  • Bay management
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Electrical understanding
  • Preventive maintenance services

Certification

  • Ford Automotive Electrical
  • Ford Automotive Electronics
  • Ford Brakes
  • Ford Steering and Suspension
  • Ford Engine Diagnosis and Repair
  • Ford Climate Control
  • Ford Diesel Engine Repair
  • Ford Chassis Master
  • Ford Manual Transmission and Drivetrain
  • ASE Brakes
  • ASE Steering & Suspension
  • ASE Manual Transmissions

Languages

Samoan, Conversational

Timeline

Light Equipment Mechanic

County of sacramento
12.2024 - 06.2025

Senior Automotive Technician

Epic Chevrolet
09.2023 - 12.2024

Senior Automotive Technician

San Leandro Ford
06.2019 - 08.2023

Journeyman Automotive Service Technician

Serramonte Ford
11.2015 - 06.2019

Owner Operator

Country Club Transport
02.2000 - 09.2015

High School Diploma - Automotive program in Automotive

South San Francisco high school

Automotive technology

Skyline college
KARL TOLAI