Erik Espinoza
Modesto
Summary
Skilled Journeyman Diesel Mechanic with a strong background in diesel engine repair and troubleshooting at Penske Truck Leasing. Demonstrates exceptional diagnostic capabilities and a commitment to safety compliance, leading to optimized fleet performance. Acknowledged for outstanding problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, significantly enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Frito-Lay
Modesto
09.2022 - Current
- Diagnose and repair tractor trailers in a timely manner
- Perform 90 day and annual preventative maintenance inspections
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
Diesel Mechanic
TransFleet services
Modesto
12.2020 - Current
- Perform 90 day and yearly inspections on a fleet of peterbilt and freight liner trucks and thermo king reefer units
- Diagnose and repair equipment in a timely manner
Diesel Mechanic
Coast Counties Peterbilt
San Leandro
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Diagnose and repair class 8 tractors and trailers
- Diagnose electrical issues by reading wiring schematics and diagrams
- Diagnose after treatment systems and repair with attention to detail to prevent comebacks
- Perform welding and fabrication using shop torch and mig welder
- Perform preventive maintenance and B.I.T
- Inspections
- Very thorough using cummins insite and davey 4
Refrigeration Unit Installer
THERMO KING
Stockton
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Perform Refer installs on new trailers
- Perform minor repairs on all makes of trailers
- Weld aluminum floors and lift gates when needed
Journeyman level diesel mechanic
Penske Truck Leasing
Hayward
02.2011 - 04.2018
- Diagnose and repair Cummins, International, Detroit, Mercedes, and Volvo engines using latest software for manufacturer
- Handle road calls and repairs at customer location working out supplied service truck
- Perform 30 day pm inspections
- Shop foreman
- Weld and fabricate on trailers and liftgates with mig and aluminum welder
Journeyman level Diesel Mechanic
Bay Counties Diesel
09.2010 - 10.2010
- Perform quality and timely repairs to car hauling equipment
- Perform 30 day and Yearly pm inspections
Journeyman Diesel Mechanic
Ralphs Grocery Company
11.2006 - 09.2010
- 30 day and yearly pm Inspections
- Repairs in timely manner
- Handle road calls in a timely and low cost manner
Forklift Operator
Dats Trucking
Phoenix
06.2005 - 10.2006
- Loaded and unloaded tractor trailers
- Operated forklift for heavy lifting
- Sorted merchandise according to destination
- Worked in fast pace environment
- Maintained clean and safe work place
Truck Driver
Mike Lowrie Trucking
Dixon
03.2004 - 03.2005
- Made deliveries throughout California in a timely fashion
- Brake adjustments
- Daily inspection of tractor and trailers
- Maintained cleanliness of work place
Truck Driver
Frontier Building Supply
North Hollywood
12.2003 - 03.2004
- Loaded and delivered building materials in Los Angeles County
- Ensured timely delivery
- Maintained Truck Maintenance
Truck Driver
Espinoza Trucking
Cutler
05.1998 - 12.2002
- Drove and maintained family owned trucks
- Lube, oil and filter changes
- Transmission repairs
- Provide rear end services
- Brake inspections services
- Brake inspections and replacement
- Coolant flushes
- Starting and charging systems
- Preventative Maintenance Inspections
- Maintained clean and pleasant work environment
Education
Associate of Occupational - Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Avondale, AZ01.2006
GED -
Orosi High School
Orosi, CA06.1999
Skills
- Diesel
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Mechanic Experience
- Transmissions
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Automotive Repair
- Brake Repair
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Refrigeration
- Service Technician Experience
- Suspension
- Schematics
- Computer Networking
- Tractor-Trailer
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Heavy Lifting
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Tire Service
- Oil Change
- Hydraulics
- Technical Support
- Alignment
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Engine diagnostics
- Preventive maintenance
- Welding and fabrication
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Roadside repairs
- Parts ordering
- Customer service
- Safety compliance
- Fleet management
- Vehicle inspection
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Brake realignments
- Front end alignment
- Verbal and written communication
- Defect testing
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Brake systems
- Hydraulic repair
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Engine performance analysis
- Cleanliness and organization
- Exhaust systems
- Parts installation
- Malfunction diagnostics
- Exhaust systems repair
- Suspension systems
- Inventory management
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Fuel injection systems
- Equipment selection
- Turbocharger systems
- Machine diagnostics
Certification
HVAC 609, Present
Assessments
- Mechanical Knowledge, Expert, 07/20
- Automotive Maintenance, Highly Proficient, 06/20
- Verbal Communication, Highly Proficient, 09/20
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Frito-Lay
09.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
TransFleet services
12.2020 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Coast Counties Peterbilt
09.2019 - 05.2020
Refrigeration Unit Installer
THERMO KING
04.2018 - 07.2018
Journeyman level diesel mechanic
Penske Truck Leasing
02.2011 - 04.2018
Journeyman level Diesel Mechanic
Bay Counties Diesel
09.2010 - 10.2010
Journeyman Diesel Mechanic
Ralphs Grocery Company
11.2006 - 09.2010
Forklift Operator
Dats Trucking
06.2005 - 10.2006
Truck Driver
Mike Lowrie Trucking
03.2004 - 03.2005
Truck Driver
Frontier Building Supply
12.2003 - 03.2004
Truck Driver
Espinoza Trucking
05.1998 - 12.2002
Associate of Occupational - Technology
Universal Technical Institute
GED -
Orosi High School
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