Israel Castillo
Crest Hill
Summary
Resourceful A Level Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in diagnostics, repair strategies, and system optimization. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and adaptability to new technologies. Committed to delivering quality service and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Just Tires
Downers Grove
02.2017 - 08.2020
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and other wear items.
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
A Level Technician
Firestone Auto Care
Romeoville
10.2020 - Current
- Tested engine, safety and combustion control standards to comply with state vehicle requirements.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Searched within service and maintenance manuals to perform repairs and diagnosis.
- Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
- Progressed with diagnostic procedures and processes, and equipment usage
- Specialized in custom vehicle alignments
- Experienced in Oil changes, scheduled maintenance, brakes, steering and suspension, alignments, mobile heating and Air conditioning, engine performance and drivability
- Minor experience with transmissions automatic and manual.
- Minor experience with differentials
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL 08.2017 - 05.2019
Plainfield East High School
Plainfield, ILA1 Engine Repair -
Automotive Service Excellence
A3 Manual Drive Train And Axles -
Automotive Service Excellence
A4 Suspension And Steering -
Automotive Service Excellence
A5 Brakes -
Automotive Service Excellence
A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems -
Automotive Service Excellence
A7 Heating And Air Conditioning -
Automotive Service Excellence
A8 Engine Performance -
Automotive Service Excellence
EPA Macs 609 Technician Certification -
Mobile Air Climate Systems Association
A2 Automatic Transmission And Transaxle -
Automotive Service Excellence
Skills
- Engine testing
- Suspension repair
- Tire maintenance
- Diagnostic procedures
- Vehicle alignment
- Safety inspections
- Routine servicing
- Technical training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Electrical repair
- Valid Driver's license
- Can speak spanish fluently
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
A Level Technician
Firestone Auto Care
10.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Joliet Junior College
08.2017 - 05.2019
Automotive Technician
Just Tires
02.2017 - 08.2020
Plainfield East High School
A1 Engine Repair -
Automotive Service Excellence
A3 Manual Drive Train And Axles -
Automotive Service Excellence
A4 Suspension And Steering -
Automotive Service Excellence
A5 Brakes -
Automotive Service Excellence
A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems -
Automotive Service Excellence
A7 Heating And Air Conditioning -
Automotive Service Excellence
A8 Engine Performance -
Automotive Service Excellence
EPA Macs 609 Technician Certification -
Mobile Air Climate Systems Association
A2 Automatic Transmission And Transaxle -
Automotive Service Excellence