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Luis Vargas

Wylie,TX

Summary

Dedicated Automotive Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Manager

Mavis Tire/National Tire And Battery
Sachse, TX
01.2024 - Current

Reduced service downtime for clients by proactively addressing potential issues and maintaining clear communication channels.

  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
  • Increased overall revenue by upselling additional services and products during routine maintenance visits.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing staff training on proper equipment use.
  • Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.

Service Manager

TBC/National Tire And Battery
Forney, TX
10.2004 - 01.2024
  • Reduced service downtime for clients by proactively addressing potential issues and maintaining clear communication channels.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
  • Increased overall revenue by upselling additional services and products during routine maintenance visits.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing staff training on proper equipment use.
  • Streamlined scheduling procedures, optimizing technician deployment to maximize productivity and minimize client wait times.
  • Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.

Automotive Technician

TBC/National Tire And Battery
Lewisville, TX
09.2002 - 10.2004
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Reduced vehicle downtime with meticulous preventative maintenance services, extending the life of customers'' vehicles.
  • Safeguarded customer trust by ensuring adherence to ethical repair practices and maintaining a transparent communication approach throughout the service process.
  • Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.

Automotive Technician

Service King Collision Center
Dallas, TX
06.2000 - 09.2002
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
  • Removed and replaced engines, dash boards, and full and sub-frames of automobiles and trucks
  • Diagnose suspensions for bent, broken, damaged components

Automotive Technician

Sears/National Tire Warehouse/ National Tire And B
Plano, TX
10.1993 - 06.2000
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
  • Safeguarded customer trust by ensuring adherence to ethical repair practices and maintaining a transparent communication approach throughout the service process.
  • Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
  • Contributed to business growth through exceptional customer service, leading to increased repeat clientele and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.

Education

Diploma - Automotive Mechanics

Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Houston, TX
06.1993

Diploma -

Plano East Sr High School
Plano, TX
06.1992

Skills

  • Mechanical Skills
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Estimating and Quoting
  • Staff Supervision
  • Workplace Safety
  • Customer Service Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Service Quality Management
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • Positive Attitude
  • Task Delegation
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Trustworthy and Honest

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Service Manager

Mavis Tire/National Tire And Battery
01.2024 - Current

Service Manager

TBC/National Tire And Battery
10.2004 - 01.2024

Automotive Technician

TBC/National Tire And Battery
09.2002 - 10.2004

Automotive Technician

Service King Collision Center
06.2000 - 09.2002

Automotive Technician

Sears/National Tire Warehouse/ National Tire And B
10.1993 - 06.2000

Diploma - Automotive Mechanics

Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc

Diploma -

Plano East Sr High School
Luis Vargas