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Vanessa Horta

Glendale,CA

Summary

Dedicated Automotive Technician with 11+ years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Looking to strengthen my work experience while developing new skills towards my professional career in racing motor sports. Determined to supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellency

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Master Technician

Subaru of Glendale
Glendale, CA
01.2016 - Current
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems on a variety of vehicles. Engine and transmission rebuild and overhaul. bumper to bumper repairs on brakes, suspension and all mechanical components. Certified in safety inspections. Extensive experience in heavy line repairs

Pit Crew Member/Motor Mechanic

MBM MOTORSPORTS
Statesville, NC
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Inspected race car for safety and performance issues prior to each event.
  • Assisted in changing tires during pit stops.
  • Performed minor repairs on race cars as needed.
  • Communicated with drivers regarding car performance during races.
  • Conducted pre-race inspections on vehicles to ensure they met regulations set forth by governing body.
  • Worked closely with engineers to adjust vehicle settings based on track conditions or driver preferences.
  • Responded quickly to any mechanical issues that arose during races.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading of race cars onto transporters.
  • Remove and replace engine and transmission along with fabricate motor mounts to different chassis
  • Repair and fabricate new crush panels after race damages

Pit Crew Member

REV RACING
Concord, NC
02.2021 - 11.2022
  • Assisted in changing tires during pit stops.
  • Performed minor repairs on race cars as needed.
  • Provided support to other teams as needed during events.
  • Responded quickly to any mechanical issues that arose during races.

Education

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY OF NASCAR - PITCREW

NASCAR Technical Institute
Mooresville, NC
12-2019

ASSOCIATES DEGREE OF AUTOMOTIVE OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES - AUTOMOTIVE

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
04-2018

Skills

  • Automotive Engine & repairs
  • Electrical diagnostics & repair
  • Fuel & ignition systems
  • Power and performance
  • Drivability applications
  • Climate control
  • Automatic and manuel transmission repairs
  • Brakes application
  • Tire mounting and alignments
  • Subaru certified specialist
  • EPA 609 Certified licensed
  • NASCAR CUP/ xfinity pit crew licensed

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pit Crew Member/Motor Mechanic

MBM MOTORSPORTS
02.2021 - 11.2022

Pit Crew Member

REV RACING
02.2021 - 11.2022

Automotive Master Technician

Subaru of Glendale
01.2016 - Current

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY OF NASCAR - PITCREW

NASCAR Technical Institute

ASSOCIATES DEGREE OF AUTOMOTIVE OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES - AUTOMOTIVE

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

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