Stephen Santana
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Automotive professional with strong background in vehicle diagnostics and repair. Consistently recognized for delivering reliable and timely solutions that enhance vehicle performance. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to changing work demands, regardless of given circumstances.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician/Mechanic
Coconut Creek Mazda
02.2025 - Current
- Perform work as described on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with the manufacturer's standards
- Diagnose vehicle malfunctions and recommend/perform appropriate repairs
- Explain mechanical diagnoses and required repairs to service advisors
- Provide labor and time estimates for repairs to service advisors
- Notify service advisor when work cannot be completed as promised
- Attend and successfully complete factory training as required by the manufacturer
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Stay informed on factory technical bulletins
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Understand and follow federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes
- Meet all state and federal requirements for automobile repair and consumer protection
Automotive Technician
Arrigo Margate CDJR
02.2022 - 10.2024
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
Delivery Driver
Papa John's
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Papa John's Pizza Delivery Drivers are responsible for delivering high quality products to customers in a safe, courteous, and timely manner
- We're also trained to help the in-store staff with making customer's orders and keeping the store clean
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Education
Trade School - Automotive Technology
Palm Beach State
Lake Worth, FL02.2022
Skills
- Automotive Repair
- Social listening
- Deep learning
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Automotive Technician/Mechanic
Coconut Creek Mazda
02.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician
Arrigo Margate CDJR
02.2022 - 10.2024
Delivery Driver
Papa John's
08.2019 - 02.2022
Trade School - Automotive Technology
Palm Beach State
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