Luis Saldana
Elmwood Park,IL
Summary
Experienced with automotive diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Utilizes technical knowledge and hands-on skills to ensure vehicle reliability and safety. Knowledge of engine systems, brake systems, and suspension components to provide comprehensive automotive solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Bruisers Complete Auto Care
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted with vehicle inspections and diagnostics using industry-standard tools.
- Learned proper safety protocols while working in a fast-paced automotive environment.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to understand complex repair processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area for optimal efficiency.
- For the last seven months of my employment here, I was the only tech for the whole shop.
- Apart from working on vehicles, I was also the tow truck operator for this company, driving both a flatbed F650 and an International wrecker for heavier vehicles, such as Amazon box trucks and anything heavier than 10,000 lbs.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and tools relevant to automotive repairs.
- serviced mulitple make and models of vehicled from import to domestic as well as frightliner box trucks and rivian vehicles for amazon
Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed oil changes and fluid flushes efficiently to maintain vehicle performance.
- Conducted thorough inspections of vehicles to identify maintenance needs and ensure safety compliance.
- Operated diagnostic equipment to assess vehicle systems and resolve issues effectively.
- Trained new technicians on best practices for service delivery and customer interaction.
- Managed inventory of automotive supplies, ensuring availability for seamless operations.
Maintenance Supervisor
Clear Logistics
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Supervised mechanical maintenance teams to ensure adherence to safety standards and operational protocols.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians in maintenance procedures and best practices for equipment operation.
- Managed inventory of spare parts, optimizing procurement processes to reduce costs and improve response times.
- Led safety audits and compliance checks, fostering a culture of safety within the maintenance department.
- Conducted daily inspections of Amazon vehicles to ensure proper and safe operation.
- repaired and or replaced any faulty or damaged components on fleet vehiicles to ensure it was safe to use
Education
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz Highschool
Chicago, IL06-2014
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Changing oil
- Customer service
- Brake systems
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Bruisers Complete Auto Care
10.2023 - 10.2025
Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
02.2022 - 09.2023
Maintenance Supervisor
Clear Logistics
01.2019 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz Highschool