Matthew Herrera
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented diesel technician skilled in diesel engine maintenance, diagnostic tools utilization, and fuel system repairs. Committed to ensuring safety and efficiency in all repair processes. Detail-oriented Diesel Technician skilled in diesel engine maintenance, fuel system repairs, and electrical troubleshooting. Committed to enhancing vehicle performance and reliability through effective use of diagnostic tools.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Diesel Technician
Premier Truck Group
Fort Worth, Texas
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Performed routine maintenance and repair services on diesel engines, including engine overhauls, fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, transmissions and clutches.
- Executed routine maintenance on diesel engines and related systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical problems in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Supported repairs and replacements of fuel, exhaust, and braking systems, enhancing vehicle reliability.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and performed repairs.
- Ensured vehicle safety by checking and replacing essential system components.
- Adjusted valves to maintain the correct pressure for efficient operation of the engine.
- Used manual and computer- assessed diagnostic devices to test equipment and determine repair needs.
- Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating and electrical systems.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to learn advanced repair techniques.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Maintained current working knowledge of factory technical bulletins and productively responded to customer inquiries.
- Read and interpreted standards, drawings and blueprints and pinpointed inspection needs for repair work.
Combat Engineer
US Army
Fort Bliss, Texas
08.2015 - 02.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for construction and demolition tasks.
- Performed maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure functionality.
- Inspected and maintained combat engineer equipment.
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Troubleshot problems related to electrical wiring systems in combat vehicles.
- Supervised the maintenance and repair of engineering equipment and vehicles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Estacado High School
Lubbock, TX05.2015
Diesel Technology -
Premier Truck Group Diesel Program
Fort Bliss, TX02.2025
Automotive Technology -
Universal Technical Institute
Irving, TX09.2026
Skills
- Diesel engine maintenance
- Fuel system repairs
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Diagnostic tools utilization
- Blueprint interpretation
- Customer service
Certification
Daimler Certified Technician
Additional Technical Skills
- Brake Systems (Air & Hydraulic)
- Suspension & Steering Diagnostics
- Drivetrain & Powertrain Systems
- Aftertreatment Systems (DPF, SCR, DEF)
- Battery, Charging & Starting Systems
- Trailer Systems & Inspections
- Torque Procedures & Fastener Integrity
- Use of Multimeters, Scan Tools & Specialty Tools
Timeline
Diesel Technician
Premier Truck Group
03.2025 - 09.2025
Combat Engineer
US Army
08.2015 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Estacado High School
Diesel Technology -
Premier Truck Group Diesel Program
Automotive Technology -
Universal Technical Institute