MIGUEL MEZA
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Seeking a progressive opportunity where my experience & skills will be an asset to your team. I'm a reliable worker with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
Waste Management Company
Sun Valley, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
- Scheduled maintenance and repair tasks in alignment with production deadlines to reduce bottlenecks
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment in a timely manner, including hydraulic systems, CNG engines, and transmissions
- Performed preventive maintenance inspections on complex machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency and oil changes on multiple types of heavy duty trucks
- Provided detailed repair and maintenance reports to management, ensuring accurate records of all services performed.
- Inspected and tested mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components of heavy equipment in order to identify any potential malfunctions.
- Resolved complex mechanical issues, such as engine and transmission wear, in order to restore full functionality to the equipment.
- Troubleshot and repaired faulty components, including sensors and control systems, in order to increase the lifespan of the equipment.
- Repaired and made hydraulic hoses in different sizes and different fittings
- Performing Installation, maintenance, service, and repair to heating and air conditioning
- Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
- Replacing and installing tires using heavy duty air jack equipment and replaced wheel seals, wheel studs and hubs.
Trader Joe’s
Crew
Calabasas, CA
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Chassis Mechanic
Mobile Trailer Works
Santa Ana, CA
04.2019 - 04.2023
- PM/FHWA Inspection, BIT Inspection
- Repair and maintain a variety of chassis in safe operating conditions
- Structure mainframe components (bolsters, gussets, kin pin, kin pin plate, bumper, cross members, safety devices: twist locks, collars, retainers, handles, landing gear,moving parts, brake system air tanks, lighting system, tires (5 lugs-10 lugs) credentials and marking, and general maintenance
- Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools
- Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications
- Operate UTR with Chassis
- Able to maneuver, reverse and park with and without container.
Mechanic
Long Beach Maintenance and Repair
Santa Ana, CA
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Fleet mechanic for freight chassis
- Maintenance and repairs of container chassis, preventative maintenance
- Repair and assisted service vehicles as required (repairs to diesel engines)
- Work with mechanics/ shop foreman with the diagnosis and repair of company vehicles
- Perform constant and properly execute yard checks
- Communicate with necessary divisions on the status and availability of vehicles
- Special projects as assigned by management.
Mechanic
Eddies Tire City
Wilmington
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade
- Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc.) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity
- Schedule future maintenance sessions and advise motorists on good vehicle use
- Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues
- Assist with mounting/balancing of tires
- Keep logs on work and issues
- Maintain equipment and tools in good condition.
Education
HS Diploma -
Banning High School
Skills
- Customer Service
- Basic Computer Skills
- Forklift Operator
- Mechanical Skills
- Career Online High SchoolFast Learner
- Communication Skills
- Dedicated team player
- Ability to Multitask
- Works well in extreme temperatures
- Knowledge of Power Tools and Hand Tools
- Ability to weld and solder with gas or electric welders
- Ability to use cutting tools such as torches, grinders etc
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Technician
Waste Management Company
02.2024 - Current
Trader Joe’s
Crew
04.2023 - 02.2024
Chassis Mechanic
Mobile Trailer Works
04.2019 - 04.2023
Mechanic
Long Beach Maintenance and Repair
01.2018 - 02.2019
Mechanic
Eddies Tire City
02.2017 - 12.2017
HS Diploma -
Banning High School