Elmer Lopez
Sacramento
Summary
Dedicated Tire Technician with proven expertise at Lopez Road Service, excelling in tire installation and balancing. Recognized for outstanding customer service and effective decision-making, I improved tire longevity and reduced customer wait times. Proficient in machinery operation and brake system service, I consistently deliver high-quality vehicle maintenance solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Technician
Lopez Road Service
08.2013 - Current
- Conducted tire installations and repairs using specialized tools and equipment.
- Performed safety checks and inspections on various vehicle tires.
- Demonstrated proficiency in mounting, balancing, and aligning tires accurately.
- Assisted customers with tire selection based on vehicle specifications and needs.
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
- Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
- Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
- Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
- Delivered outstanding service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to limit operational disruptions.
- Inspected vehicle brakes, shocks and suspension systems, making repair recommendations to restore condition.
- Promoted energy conservation by properly inflating tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Reduced wait times for customers, streamlining tire rotation process.
- Improved tire life for customers, applying accurate tire pressure adjustments.
- 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.
- Tested tires for wear, balance and overall condition.
- Assisted customers with selecting correct brand, type and size of tire for vehicle.
- Obtained quotes for tires from vendors and negotiated prices.
- Flushed and refilled radiators, alternators, and transmissions.
- Checked, installed and repaired rotors, pads, and drums.
- Evaluated fluid levels, battery functioning, and vehicle leaks.
- Replaced inner tubes and repaired side walls when warranted.
Education
High School Diploma -
Siatech
Sacramento, CA06-2010
Skills
- Tire installation
- Tire mounting
- Tire balancing
- Wheel balancing
- Punctuality
- Hydraulic jack usage
- Machinery operation
- Brake system service
- Parts lubrication
- Mounting expertise
- Brake repairs
- Vehicle repair
- Brake system inspection
- New tire installation
- Customer service
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Wheel removal
- Tire rotations
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Tire Technician
Lopez Road Service
08.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Siatech