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| mechanic certified (napa) |
| Cars & Trucks, Etc. : Foreign : Mazda |
| 03/15/06 |
Marc Cruz
Technician
1760 Green Island Road, American Canyon, California 94503 707 554-6798
CAREER PROFILE:
Hardworking, self-motivated professional with over 16 years experience in the field of automotive diagnostics, service and repair. Strength is the repair of foreign and domestic vehicles, specializing in drivability, electrical, air conditioning and high-tech upper end diagnostics.
Skilled mechanic/technician with expertise in troubleshooting, malfunction identification and problem solving. Provide quick turnaround solutions in a fast paced environment. Able to work independently and make sound judgments regarding work methods, tools and safety. Own and maintain over $60,000 in tools and equipment.
Strong management skills, able to effectively apply hands-on leadership by using common sense, personal example and encouragement. Consistently generated large volumes of repeat business from satisfied customers. Maintained excellent relations through good repair work and sensitivity to clients overall needs. Excellent negotiation skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
KILGORE AUTOMOTIVE
2004-06
LEAD TECHNICIAN/SHOP MANAGER
Specialized in electrical problems, diagnosing and repairing wiring harness opens and shorts, rebuilt control boxes, linear actuators, alternators, generators, starters, and carburetors for local vineyards. Diagnosed and repaired tractors charging and starting problems, rewired tractors and vineyard equipment due to sulfur damage. Performed 6 to 12 volt conversions, performed generator to alternator conversions. Repaired vehicles, boats, tractors, forklifts, generators, agricultural equipment and wind machines.
SENATOR IMPORTS SUBARU & MAZDA
2003-04
MAZDA AND SUBARU CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN
Provided maintance on customers vehicles, specializing in drivability problems. Diagnosed and repaired vehicles slated for ‘Lemon Law” buy back programs. Prepared new cars for showroom.
Highest ranked Mazda technician in the Northwest Region.
CUTTING EDGE AUTOMOTIVE
1998-03
OWNER/OPERATOR
Established a successful automotive repair business. Worked in a dual role as a mechanic and manager. Supervised and performed vehicle, body and equipment maintenance including: diagnostics, repair, and scheduled maintenance. Ensured timely customer service, expertly repaired vehicles in compliance with maintenance and safety policies.
Provided general/preventive maintenance of foreign and domestic automobiles, boats, and RV’s. Maintained commercial fleets, including dump trucks, flat beds and busses. Provided fleet services to construction companies and the United States Air Force. Utilized the latest technology including: Snap-On Scanners, Vantage, AC recyclers, gas analyzers and fuel injection equipment.
CUTTING EDGE CONTINUED:
Performed bumper-to-bumper diagnostic and repairs of commercial and private party vehicles including
Brake/ABS systems, cooling, electrical, AC and heating systems, engine, exhaust, fuel and intake systems,
suspension, steering and drive train. Prepared accurate invoices and documentation of repairs and services in accordance with BAR.
Oversaw employees and all aspects of the hiring process including: evaluations, counseling, training, supervising and terminations. Ensured employees completed necessary training to maintain overall productivity and profitability of company.
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS:
* Currently pursuing Master Tech Certification, anticipated commencement Dec. 06
*Certificated of Completion Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning 2002
*Certified by the Mobile Air Conditioning Society 2002
*Electrical/Electronic System (26 hours/A6 ASE Alternative) 2002
*Engine Performance, Diagnostics & Repair (26 hours/A8 ASE Alternative) 2002
*Lab scope/vantage Diagnostics 2002
*A/C Operations & Diagnostics 2002
*Advanced Engine Diagnostics (30 hours/L1 ASE Alternative) 2002
*Subaru Certified Fuel Injection 2003
*Subaru Certified OBD2 2003
*Subaru Certified B.E.F.S. 2003
*Mazda Certified M-3 2003
*Mazda Certified Training 2004
*Mazda certified New Technology 2004
*ASE Certified A6 Electrical 2004
*ASE Certified Heating/Air Conditioning 2004
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