Horacio Falcon
Fontana
Summary
Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Diesel Mechanic
NFI Industries
01.2023 - Current
- Troubleshot and diagnosed vehicle problems with high accuracy based on mechanical knowledge and expertise in reaching technical manuals
- Maintained high standards by effectively inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel vehicles and equipment
- Contributed to good recordkeeping and billing practices by accurately tracking time and parts used
- Installed new engine components, such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, and exhaust systems
- Operated diagnostic equipment to identify issues with diesel engines
- Responded to road-side assistance calls and emergency service needs
- Completed wide-ranging repair actions, including engine work, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete complex repairs efficiently
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay up-to-date on industry advancements in diesel technology
- Completed most repairs independently with no oversight and consistently achieved high degree of customer satisfaction
- Inspected diesel engines and diagnosed malfunctions accurately
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles, such as oil changes and tune-ups
- Repaired or replaced worn or damaged parts on diesel engines
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts
- Adjusted and relined brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws and reassemble equipment
- Diagnosed malfunctions with inspections, computer-assisted diagnostics and test drives
Shop Foreman
CCX Express
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed daily operations of shop, including scheduling and assigning work to employees
- Collaborated with management on developing budgets for tools, materials, and other resources required for shop's operation
- Oversaw shop inventory to maintain equipment and parts levels and ordered additional needed parts
- Trained new employees in shop procedures, policies, and safety guidelines
- Supervised staff performance, providing feedback and coaching
- Trained employees on proper orientation and safe operation of equipment to decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes
- Monitored employee attendance and punctuality, addressing any issues that arose
- Maintained clean and organized workspace for optimal efficiency and productivity
- Tracked employee attendance, hours worked and performance
Diesel Mechanic
NFI Industries
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained high standards by effectively inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel vehicles and equipment
- Completed wide-ranging repair actions, including engine work, alignments, suspension, hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles, such as oil changes and tune-ups
- Repaired or replaced worn or damaged parts on diesel engines
- Installed new engine components, such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, and exhaust systems
- Adjusted and relined brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws and reassemble equipment
- Diagnosed malfunctions with inspections, computer-assisted diagnostics and test drives
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts
Shop Supervisor
Transervice
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Covered shop demands with well-organized team schedules and employee assignments
- Achieved budget and profit targets with effective expense control and promotional strategies
- Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback for improvement
- Oversaw clean, neat and customer-ready shop, keeping areas organized and presentable
- Reviewed work orders to carry out tasks and meet anticipated project outcomes
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and use of point-of-sale systems
- Maintained inventory levels, ordering new stock as needed based on demand and budget constraints
- Communicated with customers regarding work orders, estimates and repair completion dates
- Managed shop parts and supplies, keeping inventory within ideal minimum and maximum levels
Diesel Mechanic
Transervice
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Installed new engine components, such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, and exhaust systems
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete complex repairs efficiently
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles, such as oil changes and tune-ups
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts
Shop Foreman
Pacific Tank Lines
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Trained employees on proper orientation and safe operation of equipment to decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times by all team members
- Assigned jobs and work areas to shop personnel according to skills and knowledge to maintain equipment operation
- Oversaw inventory control, ordering supplies as needed to prevent stock shortages
- Instructed, assisted and trained service technicians in equipment repair and best practices
- Oversaw shop inventory to maintain equipment and parts levels and ordered additional needed parts
- Monitored employee attendance and punctuality, addressing any issues that arose
Diesel Mechanic
Transervice
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Troubleshot and diagnosed vehicle problems with high accuracy based on mechanical knowledge and expertise in reaching technical manuals
- Installed new engine components, such as fuel injectors, turbochargers, and exhaust systems
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles, such as oil changes and tune-ups
- Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other important parts
Diesel Mechanic Assistant
Falcon Transportation
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Inspected suspension components for signs of damage or excessive wear that could affect vehicle performance
- Performed oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections on various diesel vehicles
Education
Certification - Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Rancho Cucamonga03.2013
Skills
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Inventory Management
- Fleet Management
- Team Leadership
- Air Brake Systems
- Electrical Systems Proficiency
- Suspension Systems Expertise
- Transmission Troubleshooting
- Time Management
- Diesel Engine Expertise
- HVAC Systems Maintenance
- Computer Literacy
- Fuel System Repair
- Exhaust System Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting & diagnosis
- Engine repair
- Repair recordkeeping
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Shop Foreman
CCX Express
01.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Diesel Mechanic
NFI Industries
01.2023 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
NFI Industries
01.2022 - 12.2023
Shop Supervisor
Transervice
01.2020 - 12.2022
Diesel Mechanic
Transervice
01.2016 - 12.2020
Shop Foreman
Pacific Tank Lines
01.2015 - 12.2015
Diesel Mechanic
Transervice
01.2013 - 12.2015
Diesel Mechanic Assistant
Falcon Transportation
01.2006 - 12.2013
Certification - Diesel Technology
Universal Technical Institute
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