SALVADOR GARCIA
LANCASTER,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Auto and Diesel instructor with 25 years of experience teaching college-level courses. Sensitivity to student diversity with strong desire to help adults achieve learning goals. Evidence of distance education and web-teaching modalities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Well-qualified heavy equipment worker versed in locating faults, removing worn parts and installing new components. Team-oriented, responsible and diligent about contributing to team and company success. Effective at operating wide range of tools, gauges and equipment to complete maintenance and repair actions. Skilled at troubleshooting and diagnosing issues with heavy equipment and machinery. Talented problem-solver with strong technical acumen and to read and understanding manuals, drawings and repair diagrams.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Caltrans District 3
03.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Inspected and tested heavy equipment components to certify proper operation and safety.
- Selected hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments according to task requirements.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment such as bulldozers and backhoes.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
Auto and Diesel Instructor
Lincoln Technical College
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
STATE OF CALIFORNIA DWR
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Diagnosed computer, hydraulic and mechanical issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Caltrans State Of California 13204 Sylmar, CA 9134
10.2010 - 10.2012
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
- Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
- Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
- Diagnosed computer, hydraulic and mechanical issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
- Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
President
Desert Autowerks Inc
12.1994 - 10.2010
- Achieved under-budget and on-time project management to adhere to project goals.
- Diminished regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations across projects.
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce work site complaints, hazards, incidents or lost-time accidents to improve overall OSHA scores and expand bid opportunities.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email .
- Generated 5% increase YOY in client accounts through implementation of effective market strategies across major search engine platforms.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
- Attended trade shows and client meetings, promoting company brand and building rapport with prospects and partners.
Education
Business And Mechanical
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA12.1996
Skills
- Progress tracking
- Performance evaluation
- Diesel repair vocational training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Teambuilding
- First Aid/CPR
- Maintenance and Repair
Certification
- Certified Master Diesel Technician, Lincoln Technical College - 2019-2026
- Certified Automotive technician, Lincoln Technical College - 1996-2025
Timeline
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Caltrans District 3
03.2022 - Current
Auto and Diesel Instructor
Lincoln Technical College
07.2019 - 09.2021
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
STATE OF CALIFORNIA DWR
10.2012 - 09.2018
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Caltrans State Of California 13204 Sylmar, CA 9134
10.2010 - 10.2012
President
Desert Autowerks Inc
12.1994 - 10.2010
Business And Mechanical
Antelope Valley College
- Certified Master Diesel Technician, Lincoln Technical College - 2019-2026
- Certified Automotive technician, Lincoln Technical College - 1996-2025