Carlos Triste
Arizona City
Summary
Seasoned professional committed to working as part of strong team to test, maintain and repair customer cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs. Familiar with technical manuals and other documentation. Focused on maximizing customer service through good time management and decision-making abilities.
Dedicated automotive technician with several years in service and repair. Friendly and upbeat professional enthusiastic about automotive work. Focused on satisfying customers, supporting team and meeting shop targets by applying superior work ethic, mechanical knowledge and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Mechanic
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
Casa Grande
10.2024 - Current
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and recommended necessary repairs.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to identify automotive problems efficiently.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts following manufacturers' instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Performed minor maintenance services, including gasket replacements, coolant flushes and tune-ups.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Utilized scan tools to diagnose drivability concerns on gasoline powered cars and trucks.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
General Manager
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
Casa Grande
10.2018 - 10.2024
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised team members, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Developed staff schedules to maintain adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Coordinated inventory management to ensure availability of essential supplies and products.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
Automotive Technician
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
Casa Grande
11.2016 - 10.2018
- Performed oil changes and fluid checks on various vehicle makes and models.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the service area and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely vehicle servicing.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Operated a variety of shop equipment safely and efficiently.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
General Manager
AutoZone
Casa Grande
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised team members, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior leadership outlining key performance metrics related to operational success.
Automotive Mechanic
Meineke Car Care
El Paso
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Performed routine maintenance services including oil changes and tire rotations.
- Replaced defective engines, suspension systems, transmissions, exhaust systems, radiators and related components.
- Repaired and replaced worn brake pads, wheel bearings, and other automotive parts.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Tested vehicle performance to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights and steering mechanisms.
- Inspected vehicles for necessary repairs or preventive maintenance needs.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Installed timing belts and drive chains in automobiles according to specifications.
Automotive Technician
Heartland Automotive dba Jiffy Lube
Casa Grande
05.2007 - 02.2012
- Conducted routine vehicle maintenance and inspections for optimal performance.
- Performed oil changes and fluid checks to ensure vehicle longevity.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service efficiency and workflow.
Education
GED
Casa Grande, AZSkills
- Vehicle inspections
- Parts ordering
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Safety
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance scheduling
Certification
- ASE Certification A5 (Current) Expires 12/31/29
- ASE Certification P2 (Expired)
Timeline
Automotive Mechanic
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
10.2024 - Current
General Manager
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
10.2018 - 10.2024
Automotive Technician
Team Car Care LLC dba Jiffy Lube
11.2016 - 10.2018
General Manager
AutoZone
02.2014 - 10.2016
Automotive Mechanic
Meineke Car Care
02.2012 - 02.2014
Automotive Technician
Heartland Automotive dba Jiffy Lube
05.2007 - 02.2012
GED