Salvador De La Torre
Avondale
Summary
Dynamic Service Technician with extensive experience at Puls Technologies, skilled in electrical troubleshooting and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving. Adept at utilizing diagnostic tools and managing emergency repairs, ensuring optimal functionality of appliances and systems while adhering to safety procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
Puls Technologies
San Leandro
01.2024 - Current
- Ordered replacement parts as needed for repairs.
- Disassembled broken and defective equipment to facilitate repairs.
- Repaired and serviced kitchen and laundry room appliances.
- Recommended replacement parts and routine maintenance.
- Inspected, tested, and repaired electrical components of appliances.
- Connected wiring to a variety of electronic components.
- Followed up with customers after service call completion.
- Installed new appliances according to manufacturer specifications.
- Troubleshot problems using diagnostic tools such as voltmeters and ammeters.
- Educated customers about proper care of their appliances.
Maintenance Technician
Winn Companies
Los Angeles
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Maintenance Technician
Career Strategies Inc
Phoenix
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Maintenance Assistant
Greystar
Avondale
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Repaired minor damages to walls, floors and ceilings caused by wear-and-tear or vandalism.
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Scheduled periodic tests on fire suppression systems such as sprinklers and extinguishers.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts used in maintenance activities.
- Provided technical support for staff when troubleshooting issues related to building systems.
- Maintained grounds through lawn care, garbage removal and special services such as tree pruning and removal.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Used multimeters to test voltage and capacitance from electrical circuits.
- Inspected buildings and other structures to determine functionality of systems and detected malfunctions.
- Conducted electrical and plumbing repairs and installations under supervision.
- Assisted in the relocation of office furniture and equipment.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair of facility equipment and systems, such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring and lighting.
- Created daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and kept records of scheduled work.
- Contributed to maintenance of safe conditions within facility by mopping up wet spots on floor and sweeping up broken glass.
- Ordered parts, supplies and equipment from suppliers or obtained needed items from storage rooms.
- Documented and reported maintenance progress and issues to supervisor.
- Coordinated with contractors and vendors for major repair projects.
- Maintained records of all repairs completed in a logbook for future reference.
- Prepared walls for painting by patching holes and replacing drywall.
- Assisted with installation of new equipment as required.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Participated in ongoing training and development in maintenance techniques and safety practices.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newark Memorial High School
Newark, CA06-1996
Some College (No Degree) -
Foothill College
Los Altos, CASkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- HVAC systems
- Diagnostic tools
- Parts ordering
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Technical support
- Problem solving
- Safety procedures
- OSHA requirements
- Heavy lifting
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Emergency response
- Plumbing
- Mechanical tools
- Repair techniques
Affiliations
- Movie buff
- Traveler
- Car Mechanic
- Weight training
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Top salesman as Service Technician for Scooter Store Pacific Western Division 2012 and 2013.
Certification
- OSHA 10 certified
- Merchandising and Marketing regional program 1995-1996
- Certified in all Pride and Quantum medical power chair, scooter, and rehab equipment.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Service Technician
Puls Technologies
01.2024 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Winn Companies
06.2023 - 11.2023
Maintenance Technician
Career Strategies Inc
01.2022 - 06.2023
Maintenance Assistant
Greystar
06.2018 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Newark Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Foothill College
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