Jonathan Saavedra
Canyon Country
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with 4 years of experience in the field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives. Also a dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Mv Transporation
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and repairing or replacing faulty components.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Upheld high safety standards in the workplace by following proper protocols when handling hazardous materials and utilizing protective gear as needed.
- Increased workshop efficiency by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and workspace for easy access during repairs.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Automotive Technician
Galpin Ford
01.2024 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, mounting and dismounting tires, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Performed four-wheel alignments, suspension work, recalls, brake flushes, transmission flushes, coolant flushes in order to keep the vehicle running in optimal condition.
- Removed and installed engines, gas tanks, fuel pumps, transmissions, etc according to the diagnosis made.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders, ensuring transparency for customers and management alike.
- Diagnosed electrical problems using advanced diagnostic tools; repaired or replaced faulty wiring harnesses as needed for optimal functionality.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
Automotive Technician
Exchange Auto Repair
01.2022 - Current
- In charge of maintenance tasks such as draining engine oil and refilling with suggested viscosity and quantity, replacing oil and air filters, rotating tires and inspecting brake pads, checking and adjusting tire air pressure, inspecting and refilling fluid levels of key components, lubricating moving parts with specified lubricants, and replacing suspension components
- Addressed the customer's primary concern with diagnosis and repair, while leaving zero trace behind in the customer's vehicle by keeping it clean
- Completed multi-point inspections on every vehicle, as well as performed electronic multipoint inspections on every vehicle
- Used power tools in accordance with the required job
- Maintained the work area in a safe and clean condition
- Identify potential vehicle problems and provide solutions to ensure customer satisfaction and vehicle performance
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and protocols to maintain a safe and secure working environment
- Perform regular maintenance and inspections to identify potential vehicle problems and provide solutions for optimal vehicle performance and customer satisfaction
Automotive Technician
Henry's Automotive
01.2020 - 12.2021
- In charge of basic maintenance, such as oil changes, brake jobs, replacing radiators, full service, tire rotation, as well as assisting in big jobs such as transmission swaps, engine rebuilds, and engine swaps
- Assisted customers in diagnosing what is wrong with their vehicle
- In charge of calculating costs of parts and labor
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing and resolving customer concerns and inquiries related to their vehicle maintenance and repairs
- Performed quality control checks on completed repair work to ensure that all repairs have been done correctly and the vehicles are in excellent condition
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs on vehicles
- Maintained an organized and clean work area to ensure efficient workflow and a safe working environment
Employee
Learn4Life
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducting regular check-ins with parents and students to ensure their satisfaction and address any concerns or issues
- Conduct orientations for new employees, providing them with an overview of Learn4Life's values, policies, and procedures
- Collaborating with other departments to develop and implement new programs and initiatives that enhance the learning experience for students
- Providing ongoing support and guidance to students, assisting them in achieving their academic goals and overcoming any challenges they may face
Employee
SCVBounce
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted with delivering bouncy houses
- Made sure clients were one hundred percent satisfied with the quality of the work and the placing of the bouncy
- Communicated with clients in order to ensure superior customer service
- Maintained and repaired bouncy houses to ensure their safety and reliability for clients
- Ensured the safety of clients and guests by following all safety guidelines and procedures while setting up and operating bouncy houses
Sales Associate
Coronado Studio
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted clients with questions to make sure they received superior customer service
- Accompanied the store owner in order to choose which products to purchase to please the consumer needs
- Observe and provide feedback to the Store owner based on what consumers wanted the most
- Managed the opening and closing of the store, as well as some experience in handling cash transactions and deposits
Education
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.2024
Associate of Science - Automotive Advanced Repair And Diagnostics
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.2024
Associates degree - Psychology
College of the Canyons
01.2024
Highschool Diploma -
Golden Valley High School
01.2019
Skills
- Skillful Critical Thinking
- Skillful Maintaining Accurate Records
- Skillful Analysis of the Work Environment
- Skillful Problem-Solving
- Skillful Assessing Diverse Situational Challenges
- Skillful Action Planning
- Skillful Leadership
- Experienced Communication
- Experienced Interpersonal Skills
- Skillful Group Development
- Skillful Client Relations
- Experienced Knowledge in Power Tools
- Experienced Mechanical Knowledge Vehicle Maintenance
- Customer Service Safety Compliance
- Quality Control Organizational Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Strong Work Ethic
- Changing tires
- Engine repair
- Safety awareness
- Changing Oil
- Hand and power tools
- Valid Driver's License
- Brake systems understanding
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts Replacement
- Fluid Exchanges
- Diagnostic abilities
- Customer Service
- Steering systems
- Tire Services
- Brake Systems
- Suspension Systems
- Alignments experience
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Team Collaboration
- Battery Services
- Preventive maintenance services
- Heavy Lifting
- Replacing Filters
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Drivetrain Repair
- Drivetrain and Axle Installation
- Electrical experience
- Electrical Systems
- ASE Certification
- Relationship Building
Accomplishments
Successfully completed my CWE project, demonstrating my ability to diagnose and repair an A/C system on a vehicle in a professional and timely manner in the automotive field. Also successfully completed two Associate degrees of Science for Automotive Technology and Advanced Repair and Diagnostics in Automotive technology. Also received my Engine Repair Certificate of Achievement, and Quick Service Certificate of Achievement.
Personal Information
Age: 23
Certification
- Associates degree of Science in Automotive Technology
- Associates degree of Science in Advanced Repair and Diagnostics Automotive Technology
- Associates degree of Arts in Psychology
- Quick Service Technician Certificate of Achievement
- Engine Repair Certificate of Achievement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Mv Transporation
03.2024 - Current
Automotive Technician
Galpin Ford
01.2024 - Current
Automotive Technician
Exchange Auto Repair
01.2022 - Current
Automotive Technician
Henry's Automotive
01.2020 - 12.2021
Employee
Learn4Life
01.2020 - 12.2020
Employee
SCVBounce
01.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Associate
Coronado Studio
01.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Automotive Technology
College of The Canyons
Associate of Science - Automotive Advanced Repair And Diagnostics
College of The Canyons
Associates degree - Psychology
College of the Canyons
Highschool Diploma -
Golden Valley High School
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