Miguel Peguero
Kissimmee
Summary
Veteran Automotive and Diesel Technician with over 30 years of hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining gasoline and diesel vehicles, light trucks, and heavy-duty equipment. Highly skilled in electrical diagnostics, drivability issues, engine repair, and advanced troubleshooting. Known for accurate diagnosis, reducing comebacks, and completing repairs efficiently under production deadlines. Experienced with scan tools, schematics, and modern computer-controlled vehicle systems.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Waste Managment
Orlando, FL
02.2021 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Executed preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles, reducing downtime and extending service life.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, enhancing overall workshop efficiency.
- Mentored junior mechanics in troubleshooting techniques and safe operation of tools and equipment.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
- Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
- Troubleshot electrical system issues accurately to reduce the likelihood of recurring problems down the line.
- Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
- Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
- Enhanced engine performance by conducting regular maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.
- Installed and adjusted fuel injection systems and turbochargers to enhance vehicle performance.
- Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance.
- Diagnosed complex engine problems, significantly reducing downtime for fleet vehicles.
- Customized heavy-duty vehicles for specific operational requirements, increasing their functionality.
- Upgraded exhaust systems, meeting and exceeding environmental compliance requirements.
- Enhanced workshop safety by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in heavy diesel engines to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy machinery, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime.
Diesel Mechanic
Junk A Car
Kissimmee, FL
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in training new hires on company protocols and best practices for vehicle maintenance.
- Implemented inventory management practices for parts and supplies, improving procurement accuracy.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, parts replacements, and services performed for reference during future work.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills, teamwork abilities, and effective communication among colleagues and supervisors alike.
- Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
Mechanic
Tire Kingdom
Kissimmee, FL
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Diagnosed and repaired tire issues to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
- Performed routine maintenance services, enhancing customer satisfaction through timely service delivery.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical problems accurately, improving repair efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, reducing service turnaround times.
- Trained junior mechanics on standard operating procedures and best practices for tire servicing.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in repairs and installations.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academy of Scholarship And Entrepenuarship
The Bronx, NYSkills
- Oil changes
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy equipment repair
- Diesel engine repair
- Engine repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Vehicle inspections
- Brake systems
- Fuel injection systems
- Engine diagnostics
- Electrical systems
- Transmissions
- Auto and engine repair
- Gearbox repairs
- Steering systems
- Suspension systems
- Exhaust systems
- Safety management
- Battery maintenance
- Engine rebuilds
- Powertrain systems
- Drive train components
- Clutch systems
- Fluid management
- Air conditioning systems
- Parts ordering
- Turbocharger systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Documentation
- Customer service
- Auto diagnostics
- Fluid adjustments
- Vehicle alignment
- Problem-solving
- Vehicle diagnostics
- System troubleshooting
- Fuel systems
- Fuel system maintenance
- Diagnostic testing
- Technical documentation
- Service documentation
- Fluid changes
- Cooling systems
- Solid independent worker
- Engine repairs
- Oil service
- Suspension work
- Troubleshooting & diagnosis
- Brakes and tires
- Hand and power tool operation
- Battery checks
- Decision-making
- Grease and lubricant application
- Brake system maintenance
- Wheel bearings
- Parts installation
- Forklift operation
- Wire stripping
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Visual inspection
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Waste Managment
02.2021 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Junk A Car
12.2019 - 01.2020
Mechanic
Tire Kingdom
02.2015 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Academy of Scholarship And Entrepenuarship