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EDDY TORRES

Chicago,IL

Summary

Hardworking Automotive Technician with 5 years of experience in 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.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Technician

Firestone Auto Care
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • 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.
  • Performed safety and emissions inspections.
  • Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
  • Assisted in selection of quality parts and supplies, ensuring repair durability.
  • Increased workshop efficiency with organization of tools and equipment.
  • Enhanced workshop safety by adhering to and promoting best practices.

Technician

Jiffy Lube
05.2020 - 11.2022
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
  • Improved customer satisfaction, swiftly addressing and resolving technical inquiries and issues.
  • Improved system efficiency by implementing regular maintenance schedules for all technical equipment.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.

DUNKIN TEAM MEMBER

JAMIE DEJURAS DUNKIN
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
  • Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.

Education

BASIC AUTOMOTIVE FIELD - AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

HARRY S TRUMAN COLLEGE
Chicago, IL
05-2022

High School Diploma -

THEODORE ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL
Chicago, IL
05-2020

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Engine repair
  • Problem-solving
  • Changing oil
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Hand and power tools
  • Brake systems understanding
  • Parts replacement
  • Customer service
  • Inspecting vehicles
  • Suspension systems
  • Alignments experience
  • Fuel systems
  • Coolant system control
  • Battery services
  • Replacing filters
  • Heating and air conditioning
  • Heavy lifting

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Automotive Technician

Firestone Auto Care
08.2023 - 09.2024

Technician

Jiffy Lube
05.2020 - 11.2022

DUNKIN TEAM MEMBER

JAMIE DEJURAS DUNKIN
10.2017 - 09.2020

BASIC AUTOMOTIVE FIELD - AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

HARRY S TRUMAN COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

THEODORE ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL

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