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ALEXIS GRAJEDA

Salinas

Summary

Dedicated service professional familiar with leading teams, servicing equipment and managing materials to support shop and field operations. Committed to high performance and safely completing all tasks. Organized and disciplined with excellent communication, problem-solving and management skills.

Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in preventive maintenance and resource management.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Maintencance Manager

Waste Connections Inc. (Green Team of San Jose)
01.2025 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
  • Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks be completed within specific timeframes.
  • Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
  • Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.
  • Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
  • Coordinated safety meetings to educate team members on best practices to mitigate hazard opportunities.
  • Increased regulatory compliance by monitoring vehicles to verify adherence to operational, state and federal requirements.
  • Reduced repair costs through the establishment of strategic partnerships with reliable vendors and negotiating favorable contract terms.
  • Prepared for highway patrol investigations by collaborating with various departments and examining potential risks.
  • Supervised maintenance team and effectively delegated assignments to optimize processes.
  • Documented equipment transfers and sales details for accurate record keeping.
  • Managed a diverse team of drivers, maintenance crews, and administrative staff which contributed to improved collaboration and efficiency in the workplace.
  • Managed fleet budget effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum returns on investment while minimizing expenses.
  • Fostered culture of responsibility and efficiency, significantly reducing incident rates.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Rearranged parts department to better serve changing trends and keep workspaces organized.
  • Increased efficiency in the parts department by implementing an improved inventory management system.
  • Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
  • Coordinated construction projects from initial planning stages through completion while adhering to strict timelines and budget constraints.
  • Established rigorous quality control standards to ensure that all facility-related operations met or exceeded organizational expectations.
  • Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
  • Evaluated facilities to determine if company maintenance protocols complied with State and Local health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on DOT regulations and industry trends, ensuring accurate assessments during inspections.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.

Assistant Service Manager

Coast Counties Peterbilt
07.2023 - 01.2025
  • Communicated with customers in person and by phone to promote issue resolution and good customer service.
  • Delegated tasks to employees to effectively complete projects.
  • Provided support services during emergency situations such as breakdowns or natural disasters affecting fleets.
  • Maintained records to comply with state and federal regulations.
  • Administered fleet management operations policies involving vehicle and equipment procurement, maintenance and repair.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts and services necessary for fleet upkeep.
  • Established procedures for reporting mechanical problems or other issues related to fleet operation.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to keep vehicles running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Investigated any accidents involving company-owned vehicles, documented findings, and recommended solutions.
  • Negotiated with fleet leasing companies to obtain lowest rates.
  • Planned work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations and production goals.
  • Analyzed data from various sources such as GPS tracking devices in order to improve routing efficiency.
  • Communicated continuous improvements to drive value across organization.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce operational costs while maintaining quality standards.
  • Monitored operations for staff compliance with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, environmental policies, and government regulations.
  • Coordinated warehouse activities, records control, and purchasing.
  • Inspected physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, and equipment and ordered testing, maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
  • Created budget forecasts for fleet operations based on usage data analysis.
  • Repaired brake systems, suspension systems, transmissions, cooling systems, exhaust systems, fuel injection systems and other vehicle components.
  • Performed routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel engines and associated components.
  • Reviewed technical manuals to identify correct replacement parts.
  • Completed repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
  • Diagnosed faults using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
  • Ensured that all parts and components were installed correctly and in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
  • Maintained accurate records of service work performed on customer vehicles.
  • Read job orders and observed and listened to vehicles in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
  • Performed general and detailed repair of trucks, engines, and components.
  • Replaced defective engine parts, such as pistons, valves, bearings, and gaskets.
  • Conducted road tests and operational checks of vehicles and equipment to confirm quality of repairs and service.
  • Operated hoists and lifts safely while performing repairs or installations.
  • Coordinated the installation of new emission control equipment, including scrubbers, catalytic converters, particulate filters.
  • Provided technical support to staff regarding environmental regulations related to emissions control.
  • Provided input on hiring decisions including interviewing prospective candidates.
  • Coordinated the hiring process from posting job openings through onboarding new employees.
  • Maintained accurate logbooks for record keeping purposes.
  • Inspected vehicle before each shift to ensure safety of the equipment.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections prior to departing for job sites according to DOT standards.

Product Support Manager

Pape Kenworth
12.2021 - 07.2023
  • Analyzed sales trends to follow demands of customers and in-shop needs.
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.
  • Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage and resolve defective parts issues.
  • Satisfied customers with fast, knowledgeable service for truck product needs.
  • Increased store revenue by cross-selling products and upselling services to customers.
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns and complete sales.
  • Assisted customers in finding appropriate parts promptly.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Ordered parts for customers, repair shops and Parts department for use in truck heavy and trailer equipment.
  • Delivered merchandise to business locations for use in truck repairs or direct sales.

Machine Maintenance Supervisor-Seasonal

Farmwise Labs
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
  • Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
  • Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Set sales and profit goals and implemented plans to correct performance deficiencies.
  • Applied continuous improvement program in daily activities to boost productivity, improve quality and reduce costs.
  • Managed shifts in absence of store manager to deliver excellent customer service while promoting sales.
  • Delivered level of service to customers in effort to build upon relationships for future clients.
  • Recommended additional, useful services to customers, which helped to increase overall sales.

Fleet Manager/Mechanic

Grajeda Farms Driscolls Associates
04.2017 - 01.2020
  • Maintained machines within work area, complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using Flat bed truck and goose neck trailer.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
  • Operated hydraulic and mechanical controls to expertly move and control powerful attachments.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
  • Supervised installation work of other technicians to make sure systems were fully operational.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Performed routine and preventive maintenance on dozers, haul trucks, excavators and other heavy equipment.
  • Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
  • Managed parts inventory and tracked status of recent orders to maintain tool and equipment stock.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rennissance High School
Watsonville, CA

No Degree - Auto / Diesel Mechanic

Universal Technical Institute/Northern California
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Hydraulic Pumps
  • Electrical System Rewiring
  • Electrical Motor Rebuilding
  • Fleet Management
  • Training and support
  • OSHA Standards and Codes
  • Team Oversight
  • Safety Courses
  • Industrial hygiene
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Sales Records Management
  • Sales Quota Management
  • Budget Administration
  • Sales Statistics Analysis
  • Forklift Operation
  • Leadership
  • Transportation safety
  • State transportation laws
  • Vehicle maintenance audits
  • Training and mentoring
  • Leadership development

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Certification

OSHA 10 General Safety and Health

HVAC Automotive Certification

OSHA Lock/Tagout

BLS/AED First Aid

MEWPS OSHA Trainer


Timeline

Assistant Maintencance Manager

Waste Connections Inc. (Green Team of San Jose)
01.2025 - Current

Assistant Service Manager

Coast Counties Peterbilt
07.2023 - 01.2025

Product Support Manager

Pape Kenworth
12.2021 - 07.2023

Machine Maintenance Supervisor-Seasonal

Farmwise Labs
01.2020 - 12.2020

Fleet Manager/Mechanic

Grajeda Farms Driscolls Associates
04.2017 - 01.2020

No Degree - Auto / Diesel Mechanic

Universal Technical Institute/Northern California

High School Diploma -

Rennissance High School

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