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Trinidad Omar Juarez

Summary

Experienced Service Tech with extensive knowledge of vehicle testing, maintenance and repair. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities. Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic. Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing brakes, exhaust systems and engines for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality and speed. Talented Automotive professional with strong background working on all types of vehicles. Quick to identify mechanical issues and complete repairs. Bringing strong work ethic and record of reliability. Experienced Automotive Technician with 20+ years of expertise in diagnostics and repair automobiles and light-duty trucks.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Pole Treater/Digger Operator

Osmose Utilities Company
10.2021 - 09.2023
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
  • Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
  • Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
  • Performed thorough inspections and provided accurate written quotes for needed work.
  • Adhered to strict safety requirements for digging, machine operation and personal behaviors.
  • Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
  • Followed standard operating procedures as guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicles.
  • Checked to make sure that trench excavations met correct depth.
  • Followed markers, work instructions and hand signals to complete accurate work.
  • Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
  • Completed shoveling at job sites to finish appearances and achieve precise specifications.
  • Maintained pit with regular cleanings and removal of obstacles such as mud and rock.
  • Coordinated machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
  • Created ramps for smooth movement of heavy loads between site locations.
  • Notified supervisor to escalate issues needing further investigation or study.
  • Readied sites with manual work such as hand shovel and materials distribution.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for overburden depths and set correct lengths.

Forklift Driver

Desert Cooling
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
  • Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
  • Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
  • Safely operated lift beams, swivel-hooks, hoists and forklifts.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.

Auto Technician

Montogomery Ward Automotive
07.1999 - 01.2004
  • 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.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
  • Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
  • Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.

Tire Technician

J&J Tires
04.1996 - 05.1997
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
  • Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements.
  • Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
  • Analyzed customer needs to recommend suitable tires for personalized requirements.
  • Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires.
  • Sourced tires to meet customer quality and budget needs.
  • Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Identified problems and replaced worn tires on variety of vehicles.
  • Used shop machinery to balance tires and align vehicles for optimal performance.
  • Educated customers about tire maintenance, repair and replacement.
  • Inflated tires to recommended pressure levels for tire and vehicle size.
  • Evaluated tire tread depth and air pressure to verify proper tire inflation.
  • Tested tires for wear, balance and overall condition.
  • Assisted customers with selecting correct brand, type and size of tire for vehicle.
  • Checked, installed and repaired rotors, pads and drums.
  • Road-tested vehicles to assess tire performance and identify additional issues.
  • Obtained quotes for tires from vendors and negotiated prices.
  • Evaluated fluid levels, battery functioning, and vehicle leaks.
  • Flushed and refilled radiators, alternators, and transmissions.

Skills

  • Vendor Contracts
  • Electrical Installations
  • Brake Repairs
  • Technical Documentation
  • Machinery Operation
  • Brake System Service
  • Corrective Maintenance
  • Machine Setups
  • Automotive Maintenance
  • Mounting Expertise
  • Scheduled Services
  • Battery Changes
  • Emergency Repair
  • Tire Rotations
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Fluid Checks
  • Oil Changes
  • Troubleshooting Abilities
  • Alignments Knowledge
  • New Tire Installation
  • Alignment Experience
  • Shop Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Proper Tire Inflation
  • Tire Sensor Resets
  • Balancing

Additional Information

Gardening skills,handyman skills.

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Pole Treater/Digger Operator

Osmose Utilities Company
10.2021 - 09.2023

Forklift Driver

Desert Cooling
03.2013 - 06.2016

Auto Technician

Montogomery Ward Automotive
07.1999 - 01.2004

Tire Technician

J&J Tires
04.1996 - 05.1997
Trinidad Omar Juarez