Tina Lax
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Reliable mechanic with more than 35 years in automotive mechanics. Punctual, Organized and skilled in all areas of auto repair. I am a team player who has worked with the same team for the last 35 years. I believe I have great people skills and enjoy meeting and working with new people. I have owned and run my automotive shop since 1990 but am looking forward to a new challenge.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Mechanic
CARLAX QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE
Palmdale, CA
05.1990 - 09.2025
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes and brake pads
- Followed checklists to verify that all important parts were examined
- Serviced Air Conditioning, heating, engine cooling and electrical systems
- Tested vehicles and their components and systems
- Operated equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices
- Examined vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunction
- Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications
- Specialized in servicing brakes and fuel systems
- Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups
- Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
- Repaired and replaced belts, hoses and steering systems
- Safely used all hand and power tools, including the T-stripper, T-cutter, torque and wrench
- Operated pneumatic tools and air compressors
- Rebuilt and repaired engines
- Completed routine maintenance to prevent further breakdowns
- Removed and replaced tires, shocks, struts and brakes
- Contributed to repeat and referral business by using strong customer service and problem solving skills
- Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service
- Repaired and replaced radiators and water pumps
- Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment
Merchandiser
Coca Cola
Palmdale, Ca
08.1986 - 05.1990
- Designed displays to make the store experience interactive and engaging.
- Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color
- Displayed the appropriate signage for products and sales promotions
- Arranged items in favorable positions and areas of the store for optimal sales
- Created visual marketing and style window displays
- Loading products from warehouse using fork lift and pallet jack
Fork Lift Operator
Kmart
Palmdale, Ca
06.1984 - 08.1986
- Loaded bricks, stones, and bags of mulching products as well as unloaded pallets of delivered items. Stocking products in stockroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palmdale High School
Palmdale, Ca01.1983
Skills
- Diagnostics knowledge
- Fuel Injection Repair
- Knowledge of Brake Lathe Use and Other Brake Tools
- Knowledge of Hand Tools
- Knowledge of Pneumatic Tools such as Air Impact Tools, Air Ratchets, Air Hammer, Die Grinder etc
- Customer Service Skills including writing up work orders, giving estimates, selling jobs, ordering parts
- Looking up Estimates using Alldata
- Auto Repair including Tune-ups, Brakes, Water pumps, Power steering Pumps etc
- Smog Repairs
- Years of experience using Lap Scopes and Engine Analysis Equipment as well as hand held diagnostic equipment
Timeline
Owner/Mechanic
CARLAX QUALITY AUTOMOTIVE
05.1990 - 09.2025
Merchandiser
Coca Cola
08.1986 - 05.1990
Fork Lift Operator
Kmart
06.1984 - 08.1986
High School Diploma -
Palmdale High School