Manager Human Resources
Resume:
ALFREDO F. PARRA
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JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
PROVEN TEAM LEADER PERSUASIVE COMMUNICATOR
A top performing Automotive Technician with a 30 year record of
achievement in the Automotive Service Industry, Business Ownership and
excelling in Personnel, Departmental and Operations Management. My
entrepreneurial spirit and relationship building skills have allowed me
to achieve career growth and a special talent for transitioning strategy
into action and achievement. I am looking to utilize my background and
skills with a respected organization that rewards hard work and
innovation.
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AREAS OF EXPERTISE
? 25 years Journeyman Diesel/Gas experience ? MRAP-U Certified ?
Journeyman Electrical systems ? Journeyman Computer Control Systems ?
Bumper to Bumper Preventative Maintenance services ? Journeyman
Electrical Wiring Schematics Diagnostics ? Journeyman HVAC Service and
repairs ? Proficient in Windows P/Point, Word, Outlook, Excel
? Hazardous waste Management Procedures ? Leadership/Team Building ?
Contract Quality Assurance ? Personal Communications and Effective
writing ? Vehicle Integrated
Management Systems
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DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE
? Incyte: Cummins Laptop Based BAE RG33 MRAP Computer Systems Diagnostics
software.
? Diamond Logic: Navistar Laptop Based MAXPRO MRAP Computer Systems
Diagnostics Software
? Tech-Link: GM specific Diagnostics Platform.
? Snap-On Modis: Foreign and Domestic Vehicle Diagnostic Scanner and
Graphing meter.
? Snap-on MT2500: Foreign and Domestic Vehicle Diagnostic Scanner.
? Snap-On Vantage: Digital Diagnostic DMM, Oscilloscope and Graphing
Meter.
? Fluke: DMM, Oscilloscopes and Graphing Meters.
? Startec: MBZ Laptop Diagnostics platform
? GT-1: BMW Laptop Diagnostics platform
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DoD SECURITY CLEARANCE
SECRET
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
IAP WORLWIDE SERVICES - IRAQ (DoD/Government Contract) 04/22/2011 -
Present FLEET MECHANIC Contact: Jason D. Croyl: VOIP (240)
581-5272
? Perform service, maintenance and repairs on client up-armored
automobiles, buses, trucks and tractors. To include up armored MBZ, BMW, GM
Suburban, Toyota Land cruiser, Ford/GM vans and trucks, MBZ, Peterbilt and
International tractor/Trailers and Forklifts up to 55k load capacity. ?
Perform hands-on diagnosis and mechanical repairs as well as A/C,
electrical and computer control systems troubleshooting to the component
level. ? Journeyman level experience with use of technical manuals and
wiring schematics, as well as the use of computer systems
scanners/diagnostic equipment and multi-meters.
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TRINITY AUTO SALES - SAN DIEGO, CA
11/2007 - 04/15/2011 OWNER Contact: 760-***-****
? Buy and sell used cars and trucks ? Perform repairs and reconditioning
as needed on purchased vehicles of all makes and models such as Nissan,
Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land Rover Discovery, Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen,
Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and Domestic General motors, Ford and Chrysler
products; Cars, trucks and minivans, to include ford transport mini-vans.
All Gasoline and diesel systems ? Administer day to day operations with 2
employees on payroll ? Assure high quality of customer satisfaction ?
Developed own advertising ad work ? implement successful, employee
incentive sales and commission program ? Perform review, audit and
correction of employee performance efficiencies and deficiencies ?
Implement all company policies and disciplinary actions
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MANTECH TISC - IRAQ (DoD/Government Contract)
10/2009 - 5/2010
QA SPECIALIST Contact: Human Resources (703)814-
4200
? Ensure that all CJSOTF, BAE RG33 assets are being correctly repaired
throughout Iraq theater and IAW ManTech's SOP and maintenance standards
Identify any maintenance systemic issues related to all MRAP assets that
occur within theater and report to Program Manager ? Perform complete
10,20,30 Maintenance operations and repairs on MRAP assets to include
repairs from IED damages, the replacement of Engines and Transmissions,
repair/replace Meritor and Axletech front and rear axles and their related
components, repair/replacement of all damaged electrical wiring harnesses,
replacement of body parts and body armor, repair/replacement of FSS
electrical and mechanical components, central tire inflation system service
and repairs, ABS, HVAC systems, transmissions, fuel systems, troubleshoot
and repair computer control systems to the component level ? Conduct site
operations inspections, MRAP repair and maintenance audits and inventory
audits as needed of Route Clearance activities and SOCOM Theater's
Maintenance sites, throughout Iraq ? Provide oversight of all MWOs,
upgrades and installation being performed in theater ? Provide updates to
Theater and Corporate of any issues that affect maintenance operations and
logistics ? Ensure that all maintenance and logistics activities are done
safely and in a safe environment ? Ensure all Maintenance sites are
compliant with SOP and HAZMAT guidelines and Regulations ? Implement
corrective action(s) as needed to ensure Government Contract compliance.
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KBR, INC - IRAQ (DoD/Government Contract)
2/2009 - 9/2009
MAINTENANCE FOREMAN Contact: Robert Tailor -
? Lead Eleven repair and maintenance technicians ? Implement all the
processes required to fully execute the requirements of services, repairs
and reconditioning as needed on vehicles of all makes and models such as
Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land Rover Discovery, Toyota land cruiser,
Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and Domestic General motors, Ford and
Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and minivans, to include the European ford
transport mini-vans. All Gasoline and diesel systems ? Also assumed the
responsibility for the Maintenance, Service and Repair of diesel, MRAP
armored tactical trucks up to 25 tons GVW ? Perform complete 10,20,30
Maintenance operations and repairs on MRAP assets to include repairs from
IED damages, the replacement of Engines and transmissions, repair/replace
Meritor and Axletech front and rear axles and their related components,
repair/replacement of all damaged electrical wiring harnesses, replacement
of body armor, repair/replacement of FSS electrical and mechanical
components, central tire inflation system service and repairs, ABS, HVAC
systems, transmissions, fuel systems, troubleshoot and repair computer
control systems to the component level ? Work with materials/Parts
warehouse for the order and acquisition of all necessary parts to
facilitate the service and repair of all in-repair MRAP assets ? Assist in
the implementation and enforcement of safety and HAZMAT programs ? Worked
with multitude Databases to provide the different reports for tracking
service due dates, monthly, quarterly and yearly per unit maintenance,
repair and utilization costs ? Perform review, audit and correction of
employee timesheets before proceeding to payroll department ? Keep
personnel up to date with required safety training classes ? Perform
employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
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ADESA AUTO AUCTION - SAN DIEGO, CA
3/2006 - 3/2007
MECHANIC SHOP MANAGER Contact:
Human Resources - 619-***-****
? Lead, Manage and oversee 20 employees of the Mechanic shop and Detail
Departments ? Consistently maintained a 95% productivity level while
providing comprehensive and material management support ? Plan workload
and manpower as needed on a daily basis ? Perform hands-on diagnosis and
mechanical repairs and reconditioning as needed on Auction vehicles of all
makes and models such as Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land Rover Discovery,
Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and Domestic General
motors, Ford and Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and minivans, to include
the European ford transport mini-vans. All Gasoline and diesel systems ?
Control direct and indirect supplies and expenses for maximum efficiency,
minimum waste and lowest cost per unit possible ? Supervise the
completion of work and assure accurate billing records ? Counsel and
discipline employees, as necessary per Human Resources Guidelines.
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MANHEIM SAN DIEGO AUTO AUCTION - OCEANSIDE, CA 3/2005 - 3/2006
MECHANIC SHOP MANAGER
Contact: Human Resources - 760-***-****
? Lead, Manage and oversee 10 employees in the Automotive Services
Department ? Consistently maintained a 90% productivity level
while providing comprehensive and material management support ? Perform
hands-on diagnostic, repairs and reconditioning as needed on Auction
vehicles of all makes and models such as Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land
Rover Discovery, Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and
Domestic General motors, Ford and Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and
minivans, to include the European ford transport mini-vans. All Gasoline
and diesel systems ? Direct activities of the mechanic
shop to ensure vehicles are repaired in a timely manner and according to
established quality standards ? Supervise the completion of work order
forms to ensure accurate billing records ? Communicate with management
and involved co-workers as required during repair progress to stay abreast
of production, progress and deadlines ? Participate in monthly budget
meetings with Comptroller, General Manager and Department Managers for
Departmental evaluations and corrective actions ? Monitor and evaluate
job performance and conduct performance appraisals.
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AL'S AUTO REPAIR - OCEANSIDE, CA
5/1987 - 5/2003
OWNER/MANAGER Contact: No longer in
business
? Operate and perform in the capacity of working Owner/Manager ? Lead and
oversee several Mechanics in a general automotive service and repair
facility in the repairs and reconditioning of customer vehicles of all
makes and models such as Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land Rover Discovery,
Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and Domestic General
motors, Ford and Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and minivans, to include
the European ford transport mini-vans. All Gasoline and diesel systems ?
Operate and perform the Diagnosis, Service, Repair, and Smog Certification
of gasoline and diesel vehicles ? Maintain and audit extensive parts
inventory ? Perform cost and expense analysis to maximize profit and
control expenses ? Assessed profitability through analysis of financial
statements and ratios ? perform all accounting functions using windows
based accounting software ? Successful Implementation and application of
customer satisfaction procedures to include the greeting of keep customers
informed daily about the progress on their vehicles, keep a daily log of in-
repair vehicles ? Up sell of necessary repairs ? Consistently oversee
final repairs are completed correctly ? Make follow- up contact with
customer to assure customers' satisfaction and loyalty.
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RORICK BUICK, CARLSBAD, CA
1984-1987
DRIVEABILITY
TECHNICIAN Contact: HR Dept., 760-***-****
? Perform in the capacity of Smog Technician, Electrical, HVAC, and
Computer Systems Technician. ? Perform all diagnostics, service, and
repairs on GM (Buick, Cadillac) and dealer acquired used, trade in vehicles
for resale such as; Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ, Land Rover Discovery,
Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda and Domestic General
motors, Ford and Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and minivans. All Gasoline
and diesel systems.
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CARLSBAD MITSUBISHI - CARLSBAD, CA
1981-1984 DRIVEABILITY TECHNICIAN/RECON MANAGER
? Perform all diagnostics and repair on computer control vehicle systems of
new and used gasoline and diesel Mitsubishi automobiles and dealer acquired
used, trade in vehicles for resale such as; Nissan, Toyota, Honda, MBZ,
Land Rover Discovery, Toyota land cruiser, Volkswagen, Audi, Hyundai, Mazda
and Domestic General motors, Ford and Chrysler products; Cars, trucks and
minivans. All Gasoline and diesel systems ? Organized and managed used car
trade-in service department for dealership ? Perform necessary
inspections on used trade-in vehicles ? estimate all necessary repairs to
drive train, Body and interior of vehicle ? Implement all repairs in-
house and by outsourcing some necessary interior and exterior repairs
within the budgeted amounts approved by General Manager.
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EDUCATION
? High Honors Diploma in AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY - Mira Costa Community
college - Oceanside, California 1979 - 1981
? Emphasis on
Automotive Computer Control and Electronic Systems Diagnostics
? 4 years Auto Technology/General Ed. - El Camino High School, Oceanside,
California 1974 - 1978
? 2 years Auto Technology/Business Econ. - MiraCosta College, Oceanside,
California 1979 - 1981
? Smog License and ASE Certifications in A-1, A-6, L-1, A-8, HVAC
1981 - 2011
? Continued education through on-the-job and Company/Manufacturer sponsored
training 1980 - 2011
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PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1. HECTOR DEL CASTILLO
Mechanical Designer
Orthodontic Design & Production
Work 760-***-**** ext.16
Cell 760-***-****
2. KIEN LUONG
Program Manager
Sierra Wireless
Work 760-***-****
Cell 760-***-****
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