Jesse Tristan
European Automotive Technician | Diagnostics & Heavy Line
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ASE-certified (A1–A8) European automotive technician with 19 years of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and VW/Audi diagnostics, heavy-line repair, and control-module programming. Split time between hard diagnosis and production-pace mechanical work. Known for closing complex electrical and drivability problems, programming modules correctly, and releasing vehicles only after a full functional check.
Experience
Automotive Technician — Heavy Line & Diagnostics - Bar Tuning Inc. - Houston, TX
(2019-09)
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults with factory software (ISTA, Xentry, ODIS/VCDS) and aftermarket scan tools; confirm repairs before the vehicle leaves the shop.
- Alternate between in-depth diagnostics and production-pace heavy-line work so units keep moving through the bay.
- Perform engine, driveline, and chassis repairs to spec; treat every completed job as a final-quality check.
BMW Technician - Das European Autohaus - Spring, TX
(2019-01 - 2025-03)
- Specialized in BMW systems: isolated complex electronic and mechanical failures that other shops could not close.
- Replaced and programmed control modules; verified communication, adaptations, and post-repair operation.
- Followed OEM diagnostic trees and documented findings so the next tech—or the customer—had a clean record of what was tested and why.
Automotive Technician — Heavy Line - The Liberty Hoepfl Garage - Houston, TX
(2018-01 - 2019-09)
- Handled mixed general and heavy-line intake in a high-volume independent shop.
- Completed assigned repairs and inspections to shop standards so vehicles could be released without comebacks.
Heavy Line Technician - Elite Bimmers and Benz - Spring, TX
(2012-04 - 2018-01)
- Six years of heavy-line BMW and Mercedes work: engines, transmissions, suspension, and related systems.
- Built speed and accuracy on repeat repair types while keeping workmanship tight enough for European-brand customers.
General / Collision Technician - River Oaks Paint and Body - Houston, TX
(2010-01 - 2012-04)
- Removed and replaced engines, transmissions, and control modules; programmed modules and confirmed systems operated after reassembly.
- Worked from work orders and procedures—correct parts, correct torque, electrical connectors seated, vehicle verified.
Diesel Technician - Rush Truck Centers — Peterbilt - Laredo, TX
(2007-07 - 2010-01)
- Started on tires and advanced to full-time diesel technician on Peterbilt heavy trucks.
- Built a diesel-engine and heavy-truck foundation—PMs, mechanical repair, and dealer-shop discipline—before moving into European passenger vehicles.
Education
High School Diploma - Humble High School (2007)
