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Ricardo Covarrubias

Summary

Ase Master Automotive Technician with 20 + years experience in the automotive field. Extensive knowledge, background and training in electrical systems, diagnostics including the reading of schematics and wiring diagrams to troubleshooting, and the diagnosing and repairing of gas and diesel systems. Also hydraulic systems and PM scheduled maintenance. Hard working and proficient in problem solving complex issues while consistently delivering quality service. Extremely focused on customer satisfaction and safety. Transmission builder and Diagnostics. Highly experienced with Fleet management and supervising a team of mechanics. Own all tools and equipment to perform all job duties required. Bilingual english and spanish with excellent communication and problem solving skills.Highly experienced in dealership,independent shop, Government fleet and also previous shop owner.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ASE Master Automotive Technician

Pierce Transit
10.2023 - Current
  • Employed as an ASE Master Technician.
  • Performing Pm on schedule and safety inspections
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Master Technician

Tumwater Automotive
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Owner

JC Auto & Transmission Works
01.2020 - 03.2021

Owner and operator of full repair shop,built transmissions and was well known for diagnosing problems other shops could not figure out. Sold Business due to lack o finding good employees and working 7 days a week.

Lead Fleet Mechanic 2

County Of San Bernardino
06.2014 - 01.2020
  • Assigned work to junior mechanics and checked quality of all repairs.
  • Submitted invoices and completed warranty paperwork.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance services for [Number] pieces of equipment and fleet vehicles.
  • Used computer equipment, hand tools and technical skills to diagnose faults.
  • Started as a mechanic 1 maintaining and a large fleet of vehicles including heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Performed all scheduled services and repairs needed or requested by motorpool.Gas and diesel engines,diagnosed all issues from all vehicle systems. In 2016 I was promoted to Lead fleet tech and supervisor of the 29 palms service center that was very low on performance and billable hours. Shop had bad reputation and complaints and I was transferred to create a professional high productivity shop. I supervised 3 mechanics and built a great working relationship with road yards and sheriff department. Billable hours were 2nd place out of 6 service centers and had great letters of recommendation for me.

Service Manager

Johnnys Auto Service
01.2011 - 01.2013

Service Manager and complete full diagnosis of vehicles. Over 10 years of paid work experience as a journey level auto and diesel mechanic. Repairing and maintaining automobiles, trucks heavy equipment and generators, including transmissions,a/c systems cooling systems, electrical systems brake systems,hydraulic systems, fuel injection systems, emission control systems, wheel alighnment systems, steerinfg and suspension systems and engine overhauls.oversee skilled technicians in the maintenance ,repairs,modification, and fabrication of automobiles,trucks and equipment . My duties include inspecting equipment and determining repairs needed and performed ,inspecting work in progress,providing technical to technicians,reviewing time sheets and workorders for completeness accuracy,monitoring labor requirements for assigned tasks and use of parts,supervising the fabrication,modification and installation of special equipment,developing and maintaining inventory control systems,evaluating employees work performance, developing and conducting safety and job training programs.

Automotive Technician

Fast Service Center
01.2008 - 01.2011

Lead technician and shop foreman in charge of diagnosis of all vehicles and full repairs.

Owner/Technician

M.E.C.A Transmission And Auto Repair
01.2003 - 01.2008

Transmission Builder, Service Manager and repair technician

Fleet Mechanic

Ken Grody Ford
02.2000 - 01.2003

ALL HEAVYLINE REPAIRS ON GAS AND DIESEL ENGINES FOR VARIOUS COMPANYS INCLUDING FED EX AND ADELPHIA CABLE, CITY VEHICLES.

Skills

  • Creating repair orders
  • Diagnostics
  • Electrical
  • Air Conditioning
  • Diesel engine repair and rebuilding
  • Brake Systems Hydraulic and Air brakes
  • Gas engine repair and rebuilding
  • Shop foreman supervisor
  • Fleet maintenance and repairs
  • Heavy equipment repairs and hydraulics
  • Suspension and alignments
  • Automatic transmission builder
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Service writer with superior customer service
  • Mobile service truck for large trucks and equipment
  • 90 day inspections
  • Mitchell on demand
  • Alldata
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance
  • Complete safety inspections
  • Reading lab scopes and diagnostic equipment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Maintaining Records
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Maintenance Scheduling
  • Welding and Fabrication
  • ASE Certification

Accomplishments


  • Extensive knowledge and experience using electrical diagrams to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair down to component level electronics.
  • Shop top Diagnostic technician known to diagnose problem
  • ASE Master Technician
  • Consistently generate additional sales revenue through skilled up-selling techniques. Have received many bonuses and awards.
  • Creative and adept at resolving customer disputes.
  • Actively mentor, train and supervise other technicians and coworkers
  • Letters of Recommendation from county and Sheriff dept
  • CDL Class B with Passenger and Air Brake Endorsements

Certification

ASE MASTER TECHNICIAN

A1-A8

Additional Information

Bilingual spanish and english

Gm and ford factory training

CDL CLASS B PASSENGER AND AIR BRAKE ENDORSEMENT

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

ASE Master Automotive Technician

Pierce Transit
10.2023 - Current

Master Technician

Tumwater Automotive
04.2021 - 10.2023

Owner

JC Auto & Transmission Works
01.2020 - 03.2021

Lead Fleet Mechanic 2

County Of San Bernardino
06.2014 - 01.2020

Service Manager

Johnnys Auto Service
01.2011 - 01.2013

Automotive Technician

Fast Service Center
01.2008 - 01.2011

Owner/Technician

M.E.C.A Transmission And Auto Repair
01.2003 - 01.2008

Fleet Mechanic

Ken Grody Ford
02.2000 - 01.2003

ASE MASTER TECHNICIAN

A1-A8

Ricardo Covarrubias