Jose Alexis Padilla
Ontario,CA
Summary
Hardworking Automotive Technician with over 10 years of experience in this 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. Able to work on BMW, Mini, Mercedes-Benz, Sprinters, Audi, VW, Porsche, Volvo, Fiat, Dodge, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Lexus.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Carmax
01.2025 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired complex automotive issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance services, ensuring vehicle safety and optimal performance.
- Led team in implementing efficient workflow processes, reducing repair turnaround times.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for troubleshooting and repairs.
- Performed inspection on used car frame integrity for safety of vehicles being sold.
Automotive Technician
Euro Car Doctor
08.2024 - 01.2025
- 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.
- Mainly serviced european vehicles ,Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, BMW, Mini,
Automotive Technician
Mercedes-Benz Of Anaheim
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Performed bumper to bumper repairs to meet OEM standards.
Automotive Technician
Mercedes-Benz Of Ontario
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Perform factory campaigns, recalls.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Able to flag at least 90 hours per week.
- Production is usually over 100% efficient
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Automotive Technician
GSI Auto Group
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
- Repaired transmissions, engines, coolant systems and suspension systems on vehicles.
- Performed minor and major repair on European vehicles, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Audi, VW, Mini.
Automotive Technician
Toyota Of Riverside
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine- cooling, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Automotive Technician
Crown Toyota
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- General automotive repair from minor services to heavy line services.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
Automotive Technician
Longo Toyota
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
- Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
- Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes.
- Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - T-TEN Program
Citrus College
Glendora, CA03-2013
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Time Management
- Diagnostic skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Collaboration
- Hardworking and Dedicated
- Strong work ethic
Certification
A1- Engine repair
A3- Manual drive train
A4- Suspension & steering
A5- Brakes
A6- Electrical systems
A8- Engine performance
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Carmax
01.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician
Euro Car Doctor
08.2024 - 01.2025
Automotive Technician
Mercedes-Benz Of Anaheim
08.2023 - 10.2023
Automotive Technician
Mercedes-Benz Of Ontario
03.2022 - 07.2023
Automotive Technician
GSI Auto Group
09.2020 - 08.2021
Automotive Technician
Toyota Of Riverside
10.2018 - 04.2020
Automotive Technician
Crown Toyota
03.2016 - 10.2018
Automotive Technician
Longo Toyota
08.2013 - 03.2016
Some College (No Degree) - T-TEN Program
Citrus College
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