Rico Medina
Mesa
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at Big O Tires, excelling in automotive diagnostics and customer service. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective team collaboration and adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in heavy lifting and tool usage, consistently maintaining organized workspaces to support project success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
The Cowboy RV Park
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of park facilities.
- Operated various tools and equipment for landscaping projects.
- Supported guest services by providing information about park amenities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on facilities and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while performing labor tasks in outdoor environments.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Automotive Technician
Big O Tires
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicle systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes and improve turnaround times.
- Assisted in training new technicians on best practices and equipment usage.
- Maintained organized workspaces, adhering to safety standards and protocols consistently.
- Implemented preventative maintenance checks to reduce customer downtime and enhance satisfaction.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, fostering positive relationships through effective communication.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- 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.
Scale House Operator
Prescott Dirt LLC
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Operated scale equipment to measure incoming and outgoing materials accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through routine inspections and protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of transactions and materials for inventory management.
- Communicated effectively with drivers to facilitate smooth loading and unloading processes.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Monitored weight limits to optimize load capacities and prevent overloading issues.
- Resolved discrepancies in material weights through thorough investigation and analysis.
- Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
- Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.
- Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
- Maintained tidy work area to reduce likelihood of accidents.
Education
Automotive
UEI College
Mesa, AZ07.2023
High School Diploma -
Edoptions Online High School
Prescott, AZ07.2016
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Job site cleanup
- Customer service
- Physical strength
- Truck loading and unloading
- Job site organization
- Hand-eye coordination
- Team collaboration
- Ditch digging
- Tool retrieval
- Scaffolding assembly and disassembly
- Construction
- Hand and power tools
- Proper lifting techniques
- Debris removal
- Team lifting
- Caulking and sealing
- Gravel spreading
- Team player
Timeline
Laborer
The Cowboy RV Park
09.2025 - Current
Automotive Technician
Big O Tires
07.2021 - 07.2023
Scale House Operator
Prescott Dirt LLC
07.2019 - 07.2021
Automotive
UEI College
High School Diploma -
Edoptions Online High School