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SALVADOR VANEGAS

Dallas

Summary

I am 31yrs old, army veteran with 8yrs of dealership experience. Completed automotive tech program with universal of technical institute in Irving,TX. I'm also state Inspector certified. I have multiple online training programs completed from GM, Kia, and Ford. I have always enjoyed taking things apart and reassembling them which brought me into the automotive industry.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Suspension Technician

PLANET FORD 635
07.2024 - 03.2025
  • Performed preventative maintenance checks on vehicle suspensions to proactively address potential issues before they worsened.
  • Enhanced vehicle performance by diagnosing and repairing suspension systems.
  • Prioritized tasks effectively, managing multiple work orders simultaneously while meeting deadlines consistently.
  • Troubleshot challenging suspension issues using advanced diagnostic tools, pinpointing root causes efficiently.

Used Car Technician

MESQUITE KIA
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Prioritized high-impact repairs during busy periods, ensuring the most urgent needs were addressed first while managing workload efficiently.
  • Enhanced overall workshop efficiency with proper time management and multitasking abilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a productive work environment for the entire service department.
  • Coordinated with parts department to order necessary components for repairs, minimizing delays and ensuring timely completion of services.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while completing repair tasks, resulting in fewer return visits from customers due to unresolved issues.
  • Provided detailed explanations of necessary repairs to customers, increasing their understanding of the value in maintaining their vehicles properly over time.

Used Car Technician

Classic Kia Carrollton
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Contributed to positive workplace culture by consistently demonstrating professionalism and teamwork among colleagues.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • 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.

Used Car Technician

Classic Kia Carrollton
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake checks, fluid replacements; ensuring vehicles were in safe operating condition.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while completing repair tasks, resulting in fewer return visits from customers due to unresolved issues.
  • Coordinated with parts department to order necessary components for repairs, minimizing delays and ensuring timely completion of services.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a productive work environment for the entire service department.
  • Implemented tracking systems to monitor parts inventory and transactions to reduce discrepancies.

Used Car Technician

GARLAND CADILLAC
08.2017 - 10.2019
  • Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and advancements, allowing for accurate diagnosis and repair of various makes and models.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.

Education

Certificate Of Technical Studies - AUTOMOTIVE

Universal Technical Institute
Irving, TX
08.2017

Bryan Adams High School
Dallas,TX
06.2012

Skills

  • Steering system repair
  • Tire balancing
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Wheel alignment
  • Suspension diagnostics
  • Multitasking and organization

Certification

  • I have ASE 609
  • State Inspector License

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Suspension Technician

PLANET FORD 635
07.2024 - 03.2025

Used Car Technician

MESQUITE KIA
02.2024 - 03.2024

Used Car Technician

Classic Kia Carrollton
10.2022 - 01.2024

Used Car Technician

Classic Kia Carrollton
10.2019 - 05.2021

Used Car Technician

GARLAND CADILLAC
08.2017 - 10.2019

Certificate Of Technical Studies - AUTOMOTIVE

Universal Technical Institute

Bryan Adams High School

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