Noe Rodriguez Hinojosa
Belmont,CA
Summary
Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Service Technician
Perfect Lube
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Maintained strong relationships with parts suppliers for expedited delivery, ensuring minimal downtime for customers awaiting vehicle repairs.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs to extend the life of vehicles and minimize costly repairs for customers.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity goals by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks accordingly.
- Established clear repair plans with line-item details of expected labor and parts costs.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to quickly identify vehicle issues, reducing troubleshooting time and labor costs.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Stayed current on industry trends, attending training seminars regularly to update skills as new technologies emerged in automotive repair.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Aligned systems with manufacturer specifications through skilled calibration.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
- Improved shop efficiency with systematic organization of tools, equipment, and parts inventory management systems.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Located and removed defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and high-quality workmanship on all repairs.
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
- Collaborated with service advisors to provide accurate repair estimates and ensure clear communication with customers.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Painter's Helper
Ruiz Painting Company
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Covered surfaces with drop cloths, masking tape and paper during painting.
- Cleaned brushes, rollers and [Type] equipment prior to use.
- Followed painter's directions for product application and site cleanup.
- Advised painter of safety or health issues related to site preparation or product use.
- Adhered to manufacturer instructions for paints, solvents and [Type] materials use.
- Filled cracks, holes and joints with fillers using caulking guns and putty knives.
- Worked with water and oil-based paints and trained on removal of unwanted or splattered paints.
- Completed finish coats on low-visibility surfaces.
- Utilized various types of textures on walls and ceilings to achieve specified effects or appearances.
- Applied primers and rough coats according to painter's directions.
- Cleaned job site after project completion, removing tape, and tarps and inspecting for drips or inconsistencies in paint application.
- Utilized proper personnel protective equipment during painting and preparation, avoiding inhalation of hazardous debris and toxic particulates.
- Prepared different paintable surfaces prior to product application.
- Applied various protective coatings such as primers and preservatives to protect against rust and corrosion.
- Placed ladders and scaffolds in correct locations and moved equipment as work progressed to completion.
- Examined surfaces for imperfections and applied additional coats to achieve smooth, even finish.
- Managed contracts and invoices from customers confirming on-time payment.
- Carried paints and painting supplies to each job site and positioned to comply with painter's instructions.
- Masked, covered or otherwise protected non-paintable surfaces.
- Returned equipment and unused painting supplies to proper locations after each workday.
- Helped remove damaged materials and surfaces in preparation for repairs.
- Primed surfaces evenly prior to painting allowing paint to be applied evenly.
- Demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety principles and practices.
- Maintained painting equipment by cleaning paint guns, hoses and other equipment with paint solvent.
- Smoothed and cleaned surfaces and removed wallpaper prior to painting allowing even coating of paint.
- Operated high air-pressure sandblasting equipment and power tools to remove rust, grease and dirt before applying paint.
- Installed insulation and other thermal barriers to preserve building temperature.
- Filled cracks and breaks in surfaces of plaster articles with putty and epoxy compounds.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
Woodside, CA08.2008
Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Operating air compressors
- Strong Work Ethic
- Work Orders and Documentation
- Automotive Engineering
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Oil Changes
- Visual Inspection
- Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Basic Mathematics
- Repair quotes
- Service Sales
- Service Schedule Coordination
- Chemical disposal
- Battery Changing
- Installing equipment
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Hand and power tools
- Replacing parts
- Spanish Fluency
- Team Collaboration
- Inspecting vehicles
- Scheduled services
- Calibrating instruments
- Inventory organizing
- Brake systems understanding
- Estimating Work
- Vehicle Inspection
- Ordering Supplies
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- New Employee Training
- Attention to Detail
- Parts Replacement
- Willing to Learn
- Fluid Checks
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Service Technician
Perfect Lube
01.2020 - 12.2023
Painter's Helper
Ruiz Painting Company
02.2018 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Woodside High School
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