Merardo Rodriguez

• Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
• Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on diesel engines to ensure optimal performance.
• Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
• Replaced and repaired fuel injection systems for diesel engines in buses and trucks.
• Addressed engine performance issues by changing damaged fuel injectors, air filters, and spark plugs.
• Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools to facilitate timely repairs.
• Assisted in overhauling and rebuilding various engine components for enhanced reliability.
• Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, minimizing vehicle downtime.
• Led projects to enhance equipment efficiency through systematic troubleshooting techniques, improving repair turnaround.
• Trained junior mechanics on best practices for diesel engine repair and maintenance, fostering skill development.
• Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.

• Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
• Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise weld placements.
• Maintained safety protocols while performing welding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Performed quality inspections on finished products, ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Improved welding quality by adhering to precise welding procedures and maintaining optimal equipment settings.
• Compared finished products against design specifications using blueprints and diagrams to verify accuracy.

Executed tire replacements, patched tires, conducted alignments, and performed suspension repairs and brake services to ensure vehicle safety and performance.

• Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Performed tire rotations, alignments, and replacements efficiently and safely.
• Conducted regular maintenance checks on vehicles to ensure optimal performance.

Executed oil changes, ensured DOT compliance, and repaired lighting systems, brakes, and suspension to maintain vehicle safety and performance.

• Diagnosed mechanical issues in diesel engines using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Repaired and replaced faulty components on a variety of heavy-duty vehicles.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal vehicle performance.