Luis A. Cortes Herrera
3574 Gold Creek Ln, Sacramento,CA
Summary
As a first generation Mexican American it has been a huge achievement to be able to pursue a higher education and stabilize my family throughout my working life.
I want to become a Police Officer to make a difference in my community leading a more responsible and reputable role. I lead with a selfless spirit and helping people has always been a priority to me.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Journey man mechanic
Two Rivers Cement
01.2017 - Current
- Responsible for the safe and smooth operation of the cement terminal
- Maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair cement ship unloaders
- Lead Operations with automation systems, silos, scales, DCL system, PCL systems
- Service and repair, CAT wheel-loaders, forklift, and JLG man-lifts
- Able to fill in multiple roles, such as shop management, Foreman, Safety Lead, and Shop Stewart
- Experienced cross training new employees, pass down my years of experience to new employees to improve their skill, generate work schedules and work orders, safety procedures while maintaining maintenance records, safety records
- Able to recognize and prioritize emergency situations, maintain costumer satisfaction and also resolve any costumers complains.
Automotive Technician
Accurate Diagnostics and Smog
09.2013 - Current
- Responsible for Diagnosing, repairing and maintaining vehicles systems by referring technical guidelines and manuals, and Smog check tech
- Perform tasks of diagnosing and replacing defective and malfunctioning parts and components
- Providing guidelines to less skilled mechanics by interpreting technical manuals
- Assigned tasks of conducting preventive and corrective maintenance of vehicles, power tools, compressors hydraulic lift and smog dyno
- Responsible for troubleshooting vehicle systems, updating under care for drivability problems, and repairing hydraulic jacks
- Perform tasks of assembling and installing hydraulic equipment
- Entrusted with the shop management duties when needed, running the entire business on my own when needed
- For examples, writing invoices, charging the costumers, collect cash, write checks for order parts or equipment needed.
Automotive Technician
Complete Auto Repair & Electrical
02.2009 - 07.2013
- Assigned servicing motors and cylinders under the guidelines of senior master technician
- Performed tasks of assisting staff in setting and assembling structures of hydraulic equipment and electrical
- Handled responsibilities of disassembling hydraulic equipment to identify the part that needs repairing
- Responsible for maintaining service records and perform test-run of repaired vehicles
- Maintain high level of costumer service, provide estimates and shop for quality parts at the best prices
- Trust worthiness and hard work gain the trust of my employer to entrust me with the keys of the business, to open, close and work at the shop at any time to further and polish my skills.
Education
HS Diploma - General Education
North Monterey County High School
Castroville, CA05.2008
Bachelors Of Science - Civil Engineering
Sacramento State University
Sacramento, CA08.2009
Skills
Proactive Leadership
Efficient Communication
Bilingual- Spanish
Problem solving
Radio Usage
Tech Computer Software
Surveillance Management
Customer Service
Collaborating/ Teamwork
Detail oriented
Critical thinking skills
Career Experience Summary
- Proficient communication ability with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- Skilled performer in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- Pride my work in self sufficiency, team work, self initiator, and motivator to those around me.
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing hydraulic systems, tools, and equipment built in vehicles, vessels, and forklifts.
- In-depth knowledge of inspecting, assembling, repairing, diagnosing and maintaining automotive vehicle components, CAT 980M wheel loader, manlifts, and forklifts.
- Knowledge on reading blue prints, wiring diagrams, hydraulic function, and systems. DCL, and PCL systems. Automation and airriation sytems.
- Knowledge of operating and maintenance pneumatic tools and compressors, vehicles with pneumatic suspensions.
- Sound knowledge of Auto CAD, solid works, and computer applications. Snap-on scanners, launch, Bosch ESI HD, Vantage labscope, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft office, and others.
Additional Information
2003-2008
Monterrey County(PAL) Alumni Police Activities League
2006-2008
State of California Alumni Youth Leadership Counsel Board
CA Smog Check inspector license.
Timeline
Journey man mechanic
Two Rivers Cement
01.2017 - Current
Automotive Technician
Accurate Diagnostics and Smog
09.2013 - Current
Automotive Technician
Complete Auto Repair & Electrical
02.2009 - 07.2013
HS Diploma - General Education
North Monterey County High School
Bachelors Of Science - Civil Engineering
Sacramento State University