Pascual Rivera Jr
Palatka,FL
Summary
Proficient mechanic with strong troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and engine repair skills. Committed to enhancing workplace safety and quality assurance, driving efficiency in repair processes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Ride Solution
Palatka
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
Mechanic
Synergy Fabrication
Palatka
06.2014 - 06.2022
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, enhancing reliability and lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify faults, reducing troubleshooting time significantly.
- Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems including brakes, engines, and transmissions.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring optimal vehicle functionality.
- Increased shop efficiency with thorough preventative maintenance inspections and appropriate recommendations.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify issues, ensuring accurate troubleshooting of complex problems.
- Managed inventory of parts and supplies, optimizing resource allocation for repairs.
- Repaired engine failures and mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replaced parts and components to maintain vehicle functional condition.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of vehicles, trailers and other motorized and educational program equipment.
- Followed operating instructions, troubleshot breakdowns and maintained supplies to keep shop equipment operating .
- Optimized workflow by effectively prioritizing daily tasks according to urgency and complexity.
- Purchased parts and supplies to manage inventorying stock.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
Freezer Selector
SYSCO Food Services
Saint Louis, MI
09.2001 - 06.2012
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to efficiently select frozen products for distribution.
- Inspected inventory for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline picking processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Maintained organized work area to promote safety and reduce operational hazards.
Mechanic
Cool Auto Air
Hollywood, FL
12.1999 - 07.2001
- Mentored junior mechanics on best practices and safety protocols in the workshop.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, minimizing equipment downtime and operational disruptions.
- Analyzed repair trends to proactively address recurring mechanical problems, enhancing service quality.
- Led cross-functional teams in complex repairs, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among staff.
Mechanic
Universal Auto
Miami, FL
01.1995 - 10.1999
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA02.2005
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Engine repair
- Brake systems
- Tire services
- Auto and engine repair
- Workplace safety
- Vehicle inspections
- Inventory management
- Clutch repair
- Quality assurance
- Equipment inspection and testing
- OSHA
- Cooling systems
- Generator repair
- Systems troubleshooting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mechanic
Ride Solution
06.2022 - Current
Mechanic
Synergy Fabrication
06.2014 - 06.2022
Freezer Selector
SYSCO Food Services
09.2001 - 06.2012
Mechanic
Cool Auto Air
12.1999 - 07.2001
Mechanic
Universal Auto
01.1995 - 10.1999
High School Diploma -
Springfield College