Paul Smith
Leland,NC
Summary
Talented working Shop Foreman with 38 years of Ford Motor Company. Keeps team members on task to optimize workflow and meet challenging diagnostic problems. Experienced in training, coaching and motivating employees.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Capital Ford Lincoln Of Wilmington
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- 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.
Shop Foreman
Stevens’s Ford
09.2015 - Current
- Manage parts and supplies
- Supervise maintenance of shop equipment
- Responsible for shop safety and equipment
- Manage daily operations of technicians and shop professionals
- Coordinate stars training planner for the shop
- Utilize in hand and power tools equipment and instruments accurately
- Maximize productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement
Shop Foreman
Otis Ford Inc
03.1999 - 09.2015
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boost service standards
- Directed daily operations of 22 technicians and shop professionals
Education
High School -
Hicksville high School
Hicksville, NY06.1977
Skills
- Electronic systems
- Technician Fundamentals
- High Voltage Systems
- Diesel Engine Performance
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Ford GT Certification
- Chassis Masters
- Drivetrain Masters
- Engine Masters
- Senior Masters
- Warranty Administrator
- Service Manager
Accomplishments
- 12/2021, PTS Challenge winner
- 12/2018, PTS Challenge winner
- 12/2014, PTS Challenge winner
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Capital Ford Lincoln Of Wilmington
07.2023 - Current
Shop Foreman
Stevens’s Ford
09.2015 - Current
Shop Foreman
Otis Ford Inc
03.1999 - 09.2015
High School -
Hicksville high School
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