Cartier Fajardo
Sunnyvale
Summary
Dedicated Automotive Technician with [Number]+ years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Porsche
02.2023 - 03.2026
- Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive systems using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, improving workflow efficiency.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
- Achieved consistency across all repairs by strictly following manufacturer guidelines and using OEM parts whenever possible.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- 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.
Automotive Technician
Porsche
Fremont, CA
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance services such as oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid checks.
- Utilized diagnostic tools and equipment to identify vehicle malfunctions accurately.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- 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.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
Automotive Technician
PM Auto Clinic
San Jose, CA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Utilized infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices to test vehicle components and systems.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Automotive Technician
5j's Subaru Auto Repair
San Jose, CA
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Diagnosed vehicle malfunctions and performed required repairs.
- Completed preventative maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake services.
- Troubleshot and repaired electrical and mechanical systems to address transmission, engine, and climate control system issues.
- Reviewed and prioritized assigned work orders and coordinated work orders and coordinated workflow to meet quoted deadlines.
- Performed preliminary test drives to identify vehicle issues and validate repairs. Utilized specialized diagnostic tools and equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles.
- Utilized specialized diagnostic tools and equipment to inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles.
Automotive Technician
Takahashi Automotive
Mountain View, CA
03.2016 - 12.2018
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Automotive Technician
Garage One Subaru
Campbell, CA
04.2011 - 06.2016
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint sources of mechanical issues.
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Kept team in compliance with shop and manufacturer specifications for repairs and maintenance services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Adrian Wilcox High School
Santa Clara, CA06.2008
Skills
- Diverse skillset with over 12 years of experience in a variety of automotive disciplines that include:
- Customer Service
- Issue Resolution
- Engine Overhauls
- Parts Replacement
- Troubleshooting and Diagnosing
- Vehicle Inspections
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Willing to Learn new skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Porsche
05.2023 - 02.2024
Automotive Technician
Porsche
02.2023 - 03.2026
Automotive Technician
PM Auto Clinic
01.2022 - 05.2023
Automotive Technician
5j's Subaru Auto Repair
02.2018 - 03.2022
Automotive Technician
Takahashi Automotive
03.2016 - 12.2018
Automotive Technician
Garage One Subaru
04.2011 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Adrian Wilcox High School