Leonardo Acosta
LaBelle
Summary
To develop and grow in the manufacturing and welding industry and acquire new skills at any given opportunity possible.
Dedicated individual with experience in automotive repair, metal welding and fabrication, and parts sales . Competent in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. Experienced in welding and torch cutting operations. Currently developing skills in CNC machining and programming. Always ready to learn new skills if and when needed. Committed to completing all tasks and responsibilities efficiently.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Person
Advance Auto Parts
Labelle
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided professional customer service and auto parts sales.
- Supported store operations by parts lookup, stocking shelves, and managing inventory.
- Assisted DIY and professional customers in-store and over the phone with product knowledge, battery installs, and wiper installs.
- Handled truck stocking, back stock, cycle counts, and ensured parts availability.
- Maintained store appearance and organization.
- Processed returns and exchanges as efficiently as possible.
- Assisted in store opening and closing as well as cash handling.
Retail Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Labelle
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided auto parts service and sales to retail and installer customers utilizing electronic catalogs and ledgers to locate, order, and manage parts.
- Delivered proficient service to retail and professional customers.
- Conducted complex returns, exchanges, and special orders ensuring high customer satisfaction.
- Provided product knowledge and upsold premium or related items to customers.
- Managed daily store operations including opening and closing of the store, cash handling, and security procedures.
- Maintained showroom appearance adhering to company policies.
- Proficiently maintained inventory with electronic catalogs and ledgers.
- Processed online orders, hub transfers, core charges and warranty claims in a timely matter.
- Assumed shift management duties in absence of management.
- Trained team members on customer service and store procedures.
Diesel Technician
Nextran Fort Myers
Fort Myers
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Performed services and repairs on Mack and Volvo diesel trucks as well as Isuzu diesel and gasoline vehicles.
- Performed services and repairs on Isuzu diesel and gasoline engine trucks.
- Repaired and serviced trailers with air brake systems.
- Performed repairs on engine components; air and hydraulic brakes; transmissions; driveline components; electrical components.
- Performed light diagnostics on Mack, Volvo, and Isuzu trucks.
Diesel Mechanic/ Welder
Everglades Harvesting and Hauling
LaBelle
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Repaired and maintained agriculture equipment.
- Performed welding and metal fabrication on semi trucks, trailers, buses, and agriculture equipment.
- Repaired and maintained small vehicles such as UTVs and riding mowers.
- Repaired hydraulic pumps and components; constructed hydraulic hoses and lines.
- Replaced and constructed electrical components and wiring harnesses on agriculture equipment, buses, and trailers.
- Fabricated vehicle parts out of steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
- Replaced tires on semi trucks, buses, agriculture equipment, and trailers.
- Performed services and maintenance on tractors and rotary cutters.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
Fort Bliss
03.2012 - 07.2017
- Supervised and performed field and sustainment level maintenance on light and heavy wheeled vehicles.
- Managed personnel during vehicle maintenance, testing, and scheduled services.
- Maintained and repaired engine, drivetrain, hydraulic, and airbrake system and components.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
Camp Hovey
08.2010 - 02.2012
- Repaired and replaced diesel engines and components.
- Conducted wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
- Performed mechanical and electrical troubleshooting of vehicles and associated equipment and components.
Education
CNC Production Specialist -
Welding Technology -
Automotive Collision Technology -
Automotive Service Technology -
Army Heavy Wheeled Vehicle Hydraulic Systems Repair Training -
Army Automotive Brakes Training -
Army Automotive Engine Servicing Training -
Army Automotive Steering and Suspension Training -
Army Basic Automotive Electrical Systems Diagnosing Training -
Army Wheel Vehicle Recovery Specialist School -
Army Basic Risk Management Training -
Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Proficient with power and pneumatic tools
- FCAW Certified
- SMAW Certified
- CNC Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout Certified
- Management experience
- Able to learn new tasks quickly
- 11 years in automotive and diesel repair and maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer service
- Vehicle inspection
- Technical troubleshooting
- Parts ordering
- Team collaboration
- Welding techniques
- Risk assessment
- Inventory management
- Display restocking
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Customer relationship building
- Customer engagement
- Brand storytelling
Timeline
Sales Person
Advance Auto Parts
11.2023 - 09.2024
Retail Service Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
07.2022 - 10.2023
Diesel Technician
Nextran Fort Myers
03.2019 - 02.2021
Diesel Mechanic/ Welder
Everglades Harvesting and Hauling
08.2017 - 01.2019
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
03.2012 - 07.2017
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
08.2010 - 02.2012