Luis Aceituno
Bell Gardens
Summary
Ford senior master technician with over 15 years of experience. Specialties include diesel engine repairs, electrical diagnosis, gas engine repairs, brake system, a/c system repairs. Works well with others. Motivated to learn new trades and skills. Interested in growing a career and fostering leadership capabilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Diesel and gasoline tech
Ken Grody Ford
Buena Park
01.2026 - Current
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on various vehicle models.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service operations.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Fleet mechanic
City Of Santa Fe Springs Public Works
Santa Fe Springs
07.2020 - 01.2025
- Conducted routine inspections on city fleet vehicles for safety compliance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles to ensure operational reliability.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed necessary repairs on various equipment.
- Performed yearly and 90 days inspections on fire apparatus.
- DOT inspection Performed on all city vehicles such as police interceptors and city busses
Lead Technician
Rush Truck Centers
Whittier
09.2015 - 05.2020
- Diagnose and repair light, medium and heavy duty vehicles. Specializing in Diesel and Gasoline engine performance diagnosis and repair. Diagnose and repair emission systems (dpf filters, cat converters, DEF systems), brakes, ac/heating diagnosis and repair. Inspecting that vehicles are DOT compliant. Use scan tools workshop manuals, wiring diagrams and online resources to pinpoint and diagnose various issues. Removal and installation of gasoline and diesel engines. Diagnosis and replacement of air brake components.
Diesel Technician
Autonation Ford Of Tustin
Tustin
09.2013 - 10.2015
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Inspected vehicles for repair and maintenance needs.
Diesel Technician
Caruso Ford
Long Beach
05.2012 - 09.2013
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
- Repair all sorts of engine problems such as oil leaks, engine running rough, misfires and electrical concerns. performed oil changes and yearly inspection. performed engine rebuilds, clutches and transmissions repairs
Diesel Technician
Carmenita Truck Center
Santa Fe Springs
07.2009 - 05.2012
- Performed engines repairs such as head gaskets, replacements of injectors. coolant leaks, oil leaks. performed electrical diagnoses.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Automotive
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CASkills
- Troubleshooting expert
- Works well independently
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- Safety knowledge
- Experience in first response vehicles, such as law enforcement vehicles, firetrucks, ambulances
- Boom trucks
- Air brakes
- Electrical systems
- Natural gas engines
- Diesel engine
- Gas engines
- A/C systems
Special Skills (First Response Vehicles)
Diagnose and repair engine problems such as oil and coolant leaks. Repair Lighting system on cop cars, fire trucks, and ambulances. Diagnose A/C systems and brake systems. Performed engine overhauls.
Drivers license
- Class B license with tankers
Timeline
Diesel and gasoline tech
Ken Grody Ford
01.2026 - Current
Fleet mechanic
City Of Santa Fe Springs Public Works
07.2020 - 01.2025
Lead Technician
Rush Truck Centers
09.2015 - 05.2020
Diesel Technician
Autonation Ford Of Tustin
09.2013 - 10.2015
Diesel Technician
Caruso Ford
05.2012 - 09.2013
Diesel Technician
Carmenita Truck Center
07.2009 - 05.2012
Associate of Arts - Automotive
Cerritos College