Micael Tesfai Milat
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Skilled Diesel Mechanic specializing in diesel engine diagnostics, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance. Delivers high-quality customer service while troubleshooting complex issues. Ensures optimal vehicle performance through thorough inspections and effective problem-solving.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Semi Truck Driver
Self-employeed
Oakland, California
05.2022 - Current
- Operated semi trucks to transport goods across regional routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks documenting driving hours and vehicle conditions.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize routing and minimize delays.
Diesel Mechanic
Self-employeed
Oakland, California
01.2019 - Current
Automotive Diesel Technician
Solomon garage
Asmara, Eritrea
02.2012 - 04.2014
- Diagnosed diesel engine issues utilizing advanced diagnostic tools.
- Efficiently repaired fuel systems, brake systems, and electrical components.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided expert advice to customers on service recommendations on service recommendations and repair options to enhance vehicle performance.
- Operated semi trucks to transport goods across regional routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety compliance.
- Coordinated delivery schedules to achieve on-time arrivals and optimize logistics.
- Maintained accurate logbooks documenting driving hours and vehicle conditions.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize routing and minimize delays.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations during driving.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding delivery status and issues.
- Instructed new drivers on safe driving practices and company policies to uphold safety standards.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan most efficient routes for deliveries.
- Delivered goods safely in a timely manner while following all safety protocols established by the company.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations related to drivers' hours of service rules and compliance requirements.
- Complied with company policies including attendance, safety, drug testing.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours worked and miles driven in accordance with federal regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanic
Collage of Alameda
Alameda, CA12-2026
GED -
Halay Secondary School
Asmara, Eritrea08-2011
Skills
- Diesel engine diagnostics
- Engine repair and rebuilds
- Fuel system maintenance
- Heavy equipment repair
- Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Preventive maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Emission control systems
- Turbocharger systems maintenance
- Gearbox repairs
- Battery maintenance
- Welding and fabrication
- Steering systems maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Logbook management
- Fleet coordination
- Logbook maintenance
- Logistics management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Adherence to regulations
- Team collaboration
- Basic mechanical repair
Certification
- Certified California clean air (carb) tester
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Semi Truck Driver
Self-employeed
05.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
Automotive Diesel Technician
Solomon garage
02.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanic
Collage of Alameda
GED -
Halay Secondary School