Jacob Goss
Tracy,CA
Summary
Reliable, energetic, and resourceful customer service professional with over five years of experience within a fast paced environment, and adapting to changing situations, and adept with conflict resolution.
Experienced with diagnostics and repair of mechanical systems. Utilizes advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques to maintain high equipment performance. Track record of maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency in diverse work environments.
Skilled mechanical professional with solid background in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proficient in diagnosing and solving mechanical issues, ensuring optimal equipment performance, and upholding safety standards.
Mechanical professional with solid foundation in equipment maintenance and repair, ready to contribute effectively to team goals. Known for reliability and ability to adapt to changing needs while consistently delivering quality results. Skilled in diagnostic assessments, preventive maintenance, and system optimization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Atlas Copco Rental
Lathrop, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on rental equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to assemble complex machinery according to specifications and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced equipment failure rates.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on mechanical systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement system improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify electrical issues and ensure equipment reliability.
- Performed preventative maintenance on electrical systems, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
Tow Truck Driver/Shift Leader
AAA Northeast
Campbell, CA
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Operated tow trucks to assist stranded motorists, ensuring timely and safe service delivery.
- Conducted vehicle assessments to determine necessary towing equipment and techniques for recovery.
- Managed emergency roadside assistance requests, prioritizing responses based on urgency and location.
- Maintained accurate documentation of service calls and vehicle conditions for reporting purposes.
- Trained new drivers on company protocols, safety procedures, and effective customer service practices.
- Implemented best practices for efficient route planning, reducing response times during peak hours.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize communication and coordinate towing operations effectively.
- Oversaw maintenance of tow truck fleet, ensuring vehicles met safety standards and operational readiness.
- Provided reliable transportation for damaged vehicles while minimizing further damage using proper towing techniques.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly.
Robotic Welder Operator/ maintenance mechanic
Aerotek
Salida, CA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Set up part to weld and tack in place and push start button to start robot and then weld so parts the welder cant get to
- Worked off a list of things to do
- Worked on various pieces of equipment fixing air leaks ,repairing fork lifts , rebuilding hydraulic cylinders and working on engines .
- Monitored welding processes for adherence to safety standards and operational protocols.
Setup/Pdi Tech
Honda Kawasaki Ktm of Modesto
Modesto, CA
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Assemble various types of motorcycles
- Keep area organized from trash and crates
- Unloading motorcycle crates from trucks
- Stack units in warehouse
- Operating forklift /Osha certified
- Prepped shop for opening
- Check units over, including but not limited to: gas units, check oil, chain spec, tire pressure, cable routings, and test ride units to make sure bikes oprate properly.
Tow truck driver
Mike's Towing
Modesto, CA
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment
- Operated tow vehicles and computer related equipment in order to reach service destination
- Reported any delays in reaching service destinations
- Performed maintenance on vehicles as instructed
- Towed vehicles to workshops and dumps or as instructed
- Completed paperwork in terms of call logs, battery invoices and cash receipts
Fork lift Operator/Driver
Tracy Motor Sports
Tracy, CA
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Operated a forklift to move material through facility (i.e. sit down) as required.
- Unloaded and loaded units form semi trucks (i.e. motorcycles, vats, and jetskis)
- Performed shipping and receiving duties.
- Stacked skids or pallets in designated areas; cleaned up and disposed of scraps, cardboard, plastic wrap, and strapping and placed in proper containers.
- Promoted a clean, safe and positive work environment.
- Maintained the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion and performed daily equipment checks; complied with OSHA and MSDS Standards.
- Would load scrap skids in metal dumpsters and load wood pallets on trailer and take to disposal site
Welder
Oldcastle Precast
Tracy, CA
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Read tape measures to ensure proper cuts and fitting processes are met
- Plasma torch to cut metal, drill press to drill holes in metal And iron worker to bend metal and cut metal.
- Maintained a fast pace while ensuring welds were clean, even and penetrating
- Used forklift to move material around to various stations to be welded, grinded, washed or painted
- Experience with Jib and Overhead Crane
- Used hand tools to mount, install, and secure tools.
- Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials.
- Cut, fit, and welded metal components, including plate, and structural shapes
- Helped paint when the painter was out sick
- Fabricated all the utility covers for cars to run over
Education
High School diploma -
Gregori High School
Modesto, CA01-2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Comfortable working in both Microsoft Windows 10 and Mac OS X
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on team-building and customer relations
- Outstanding organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities
- Actively Welding with Mig and Gtaw to Improve my welding skills
- Warehouse Management System
- Warehouse Experience
- Basic Math
- Forklift
- Welding
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Working with irrigation (2 years)
- Plasma Cutting
- Tow Truck
- Mechanic Experience
- Blueprint Reading
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Power tool operation
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Metal fabrication
- Welding techniques
- Machine programming
- Mechanical repairs
- Lubrication systems
- Workbench fabrication
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Valve adjustment and fuel system on cummings engines Training - October 27-31 of 2025
Assessments
- Basic Maintenance and Repair — Highly Proficient
- February 2020
- Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities.
- Full results: Highly Proficient
- Work Style: Reliability — Proficient
- March 2020
- Tendency to be dependable and come to work.
- Full results: Proficient
- General Mechanical Knowledge — Familiar
- January 2020
- Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes.
- Full results: Familiar
- Workplace Safety — Proficient
- Using safe practices at work.
- Mechanical Skills: Aptitude — Proficient
- Mechanical Skills: Monitoring — Familiar
- Monitoring machine indicators to determine appropriate functioning.
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Atlas Copco Rental
08.2023 - Current
Tow Truck Driver/Shift Leader
AAA Northeast
01.2021 - 03.2023
Robotic Welder Operator/ maintenance mechanic
Aerotek
03.2020 - 05.2020
Setup/Pdi Tech
Honda Kawasaki Ktm of Modesto
10.2019 - 01.2020
Tow truck driver
Mike's Towing
03.2018 - 10.2019
Fork lift Operator/Driver
Tracy Motor Sports
01.2018 - 03.2018
Welder
Oldcastle Precast
08.2017 - 12.2017
High School diploma -
Gregori High School