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Timmy Higuera

Kingman,AZ

Summary

Versatile Assistant General Manager and Supervisor with 5+ years of experience overseeing daily maintained operations. Decisive planner and analytical problem solver with skill in managing teams to meet stringent objectives. Personable and collaborative demeanor demonstrated through polished communication and willingness to apply team feedback to resolve challenges. Meticulous Mechanic that possesses core competencies in quality assurance utilizing inspections, scheduled maintenance and required repairs on diesel vehicles. Quality-driven and disciplined nature, with strong troubleshooting skills and keen ability developing successful resolutions. Mechanic with 13+ years in maintaining and repairing various and diverse vehicles using advanced technical manuals and mechanical skills. As an instrumental team-building employee, collaborates with customers and other mechanics to demonstrate problems and plan repairs. Customer service oriented with a focused approach on maximizing customer satisfaction by delivering dependable, expert and timely service. Diligent and highly dependable Mechanic specializing in maintenance management and mechanical skills implementation. Works well under pressure, completes mechanical repairs and parts replacement under tight time constraints, as directed, in order to meet organizational goals and objectives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Diesel Mechanic

IWX Motor Freight
08.2023 - Current
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Documented findings and actions taken.
  • Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in automobiles, trucks, buses, and construction vehicles.
  • Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
  • Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • Used specialty equipment, standard tools, and gauges to complete assessments and repairs.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Ordered parts necessary for vehicle repairs and new installations.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Examined engines, transmissions and vehicle systems to diagnose issues.
  • Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
  • Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
  • Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.

Assistant General Manager/Mechanic Technician

Southern Tire Mart Pilot
04.2021 - 07.2023
  • Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures
  • Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences
  • Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance
  • Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits
  • Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals
  • Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues
  • Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of diesel equipment
  • Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.

Tire Technician

Southern Tire Mart
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety
  • Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications
  • Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to limit operational disruptions
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers
  • Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean, and free of safety hazards.

Diesel and Automotive Mechanic

Dillon Transportation LLC
05.2017 - 07.2020
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement
  • Conducted preventive maintenance program by maintaining functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular scheduled diagnostic checks
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to identify root causes of mechanical issues
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting, maintaining adequate supplies, performing preventive maintenance and expediting repairs
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules consisting of oil and filter changes, engine tune-ups, and respective fluid changes
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability
  • Rectified unsafe work conditions and immediately reported outstanding violations to supervisors
  • Supervised a team of five mechanics; mentored junior mechanics on proper preventive maintenance and visual inspection procedures
  • Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting repairs
  • Consistently operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures
  • Expertly utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles
  • Expertly used wide range of equipment including lifts and power tools in safe and efficient manner
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts
  • Disassembled defective engine parts to make proper repairs
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on shop equipment
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations, assembled machines in accordance with instructions.

Lead Diesel and Automotive Mechanic

CTI Trucking Inc
10.2011 - 05.2017
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regularly scheduled diagnostic checks
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining adequate supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability
  • Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures
  • Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported outstanding violations appropriately
  • Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics
  • Supervised general repairs performed by new staff mechanics
  • Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service
  • Expertly utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles
  • Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes
  • Disassembled defective engine parts to make proper repairs
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles
  • Expertly used wide range of equipment, including lifts and power tools in safe, efficient fashion
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on shop equipment
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determined proper functionality and compliance with regulations.

Education

General Studies -

Huntington Beach High School
Huntington Beach, CA
05.1998

Skills

  • Inspections proficiency
  • Equipment diagnostics
  • Mechanical understanding
  • Team leadership expertise
  • Effective leader
  • Inventory management
  • Delegation
  • Vehicle alignment

Timeline

Diesel Mechanic

IWX Motor Freight
08.2023 - Current

Assistant General Manager/Mechanic Technician

Southern Tire Mart Pilot
04.2021 - 07.2023

Tire Technician

Southern Tire Mart
08.2020 - 07.2021

Diesel and Automotive Mechanic

Dillon Transportation LLC
05.2017 - 07.2020

Lead Diesel and Automotive Mechanic

CTI Trucking Inc
10.2011 - 05.2017

General Studies -

Huntington Beach High School
Timmy Higuera