Erick Aguilar
Sacramento
Summary
Automotive professional with extensive experience in Electric, Hybrid, and gasoline vehicles. Strong leadership skills and a track record of enhancing processes. Expertise in automotive diagnostics and communication, contributing to successful project outcomes and collaboration. Recognized for exceeding performance standards and implementing innovative solutions to boost operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead, Master Technician
Nissan of Elk Grove
Elk Grove
02.2023 - Current
- Directed team members to achieve high standards and timely task completion.
- Assisted manager in formulating plans for upcoming projects and initiatives.
- Identified process improvement opportunities and implemented necessary changes.
- Tested automotive systems, including brakes, steering, suspension, transmission, and engine performance.
- Assigned projects based on team members' areas of expertise.
- Followed guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing diverse automotive systems.
Automotive Master Technician
Future Nissan Of Roseville
09.2017 - 01.2023
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
- Worked on Gasoline and Electric vehicles to repair engines, transmissions and electrical systems.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Inspected completed repairs to check for accuracy and functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
- Work hour proficiency level always over 100%
Apprentice Mechanic
Reliable Buick Cadillac Gmc
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Test drove vehicles before and after repairs to determine functionality, necessary actions or completion statuses.
- Took advantage of opportunities to learn new systems and repair procedures.
- Attended all company and manufacturer training to increase knowledge.
- Conducted routine oil changes, tire rotations, fluid replacements and other maintenance items
- Promoted shop safety by cleaning work areas and removing hazardous materials.
- Cleared work areas of debris and organized supplies to maintain safety and appearance.
- Made basic repairs to cars and other vehicles under Shop foreman & Senior Techs supervision, asking questions and taking notes to increase personal knowledge.
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
American River College
Sacramento, CA12.2012
Certificate - Automotive Service Technician
American River College
Sacramento, CA12.2012
Skills
- Active listening and quick learning
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Self-motivation
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependability and responsibility
- Effective communication
- Electrical and mechanical expertise
- Leadership in teams
- Process enhancement
- Project management skills
- Automotive diagnostics proficiency
- Team evaluation
- Task delegation
Certification
- Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Specialist, Nissan - 2021
- Certified Master Technician, Nissan - 2022
- ASE Master Technician - 2021
- License Smog Inspector and Repair - 2025
Hobbies
I have study martial arts since I was a young boy in very diverse arts like Boxing, Kickboxing, Taekwondo and Muay Thai. I have achieved Third degree Black belt in Taekwondo and participated in many tournaments around California for kickboxing and Taekwondo. I am very active physically and love to work out a sweat.
Accomplishments
My own biggest personal achievement was completely Remodeling Kitchen by myself Up to code standards (carpentry, electrical and plumbing).
Achieving in such a short amount of time, extensive Automotive qualifications and skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Team Lead, Master Technician
Nissan of Elk Grove
02.2023 - Current
Automotive Master Technician
Future Nissan Of Roseville
09.2017 - 01.2023
Apprentice Mechanic
Reliable Buick Cadillac Gmc
01.2013 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
American River College
Certificate - Automotive Service Technician
American River College