Work Experience & Education
General Mechanic/Technician
2023–Present
Main heavy duty mechanic handling engine/transmission replacement, head gasket repairs, timing belt/chain replacement. Also assigned most drivability, brake, and suspension troubleshooting. Main A/C service and repair (R134) tech for the shop. Assigned the more technical repairs. Occassional vehicle inspections, services, and general brake repairs
General Mechanic/Technician
2016–2022
General automotive repair/service on passenger cars and light duty trucks. This includes, but is not limited to, tune-ups, maintenance inspections, oil changes, timing belt replacement, head gasket repairs, engine/transmission replacement, minor drivability diagnostics/repairs, suspension repairs, clutch replacement, automatic transmission servicing, and minor electrical troubleshooting. When not working on cars, maintain shop equipment and overrall shop cleanliness.
General Mechanic/Technician
2006–2014
Santa Cruz Auto Tech
General automotive repair on passenger cars and light duty trucks. This includes, but is not limited to, tune-ups, maintenance inspections, oil changes, timing belt replacement, head gasket repairs, engine swaps, drivability diagnostics/repairs, suspension repairs, brake service, clutch service, automatic transmission servicing/swaps, electrical troubleshooting, and air conditioning service/repair. When not working on cars, sometimes fill in as service writer, and open/close shop.
Vintage Car/Custom Car Mechanic
2004–2013
Part time, after hours, mechanic. Main duties were assisting in restoration of classic/vintage vehicles and building of custom cars. Job included, but not limited to, researching parts/repairs, complete electrical rewiring of cars/trucks, assisting/advising owner as needed to complete jobs at hand, install custom a/c units, assist second mechanic as needed in engine/transmission installation/service, etc. When time permits, maintain owner's personal vehicles and one Massey-Ferguson diesel tractor.
General Mechanic/Technician
2010–2013
Fill in as a temporary automotive mechanic as needed for those out sick or on vacation.
General Mechanic/Technician
2000–2006
General automotive repair on passenger cars and light duty trucks. This includes, but is not limited to, tune-ups, maintenance inspections, oil changes, timing belt replacement, head gasket repairs, engine swaps, drivability diagnostics/repairs, suspension repairs, brake service, clutch service, automatic transmission servicing/swaps, electrical troubleshooting/wiring, and air conditioning service/repair. This job also required work on vintage vehicles and custom street rods.
Fleet Mechanic
1999–2001
General maintenance and safety inspections of school/center light duty vehicles and "on call" mobile repair service for fleet vehicles. Repairs to private staff and guest vehicles were encouraged, but fleet vehicles had precedence. Duties included maintaining the garage facility, brake service/repair, vehicle safety inspections, tune-ups, oil changes, minor electrical repairs, drivability diagnostics/repairs, clutch and transmission services, transmission replacement, etc. On occasion, service a few of the fleets heavy duty vehicles and forklifts.
General Mechanic/Technician
1997–2000
General repairs and drivability diagnostics, tune-ups and services, timing belt services, brake system inspections/repairs, and vehicle suspension inspections/repairs.
General Mechanic/Technician
1994–1997
General repairs and drivability diagnostics, tune-ups and services, timing belt services, brake system inspections/repairs, and oil changes. Primary job was as a smog tech/mechanic.
General Mechanic/Technician
1991–1994
General automotive repair on passenger cars and light duty trucks. This includes, but is not limited to, tune-ups, maintenance inspections, oil changes, timing belt replacement, head gasket repairs, engine swaps, drivability diagnostics/repairs, suspension repairs, brake service, clutch service, automatic transmission servicing/swaps, electrical troubleshooting/wiring, and air conditioning service/repair. Perform Smog inspections, function as a service writer, order parts, write estimates, and open/close shop.
Apprentice Mechanic
1990–1991
Apprentice mechanic while going to automotive school. Assist mechanics, clean shop, and perform oil changes. Later function as a smog tech.
Student - Automotive Repair
1990–1990
One year program in the study of automotive repair. A vocational school.
Student - Electrical Engineering
1988–1989
Electrical engineering and computer programming. Incomplete.
Student - Automotive Engine Theory
1988–1988
Summer course introduction to automotive repair basics and theory. Introductory level.
