Aaron Melby
Campbell,MN
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Detailer Owner/Operator
Empire Detailing LLC
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and materials to ensure availability for daily operations.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide tailored detailing services that meet specific needs and preferences, 8-10 vehicles weekly with returning customers.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
Parts Specialist
Vaderstad Industries
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted in inventory management processes to ensure accurate stock levels.
- Supported team in processing and fulfilling customer orders, busy season would bring 100+ orders daily.
- Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
- Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of parts department workspace.
Parts Counter Sales Person
Hi-way Service Polaris
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted customers in identifying parts for various vehicle makes and models.
- Processed sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of essential parts.
Parts Counter Person
AutoZone
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted customers with locating specific parts, leading to better shopping experiences.
- Provided exceptional customer support to every guest to promote satisfaction and meet service guidelines.
- Stocked shelves, built displays and merchandised products enabling customers to find needed items and products.
- Responded promptly to phone inquiries from customers seeking advice or assistance in selecting appropriate components.
- Fargo locations would see 150-200 Customers daily.
Detail Specialist and Tow Truck Driver
Berger Body And Glass
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Washed cars and trucks daily for customers and for selling.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring optimal workflow and safety standards.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Provided reliable transportation for damaged vehicles while minimizing further damage using proper towing techniques.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-stress situations, fostering positive relationships with clients and referral sources.
Concrete Laborer
Comstock
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Operated machinery for concrete, ensuring precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted in form setting and reinforcement installation.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
Lube Service Technician
Vision Ford Lincoln
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Performed routine oil changes and fluid checks.
- Conducted inspections of brakes, filters and suspension components.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for engine repairs.
- Conducted tire rotations and balancing.
- Operated tire mounting and dismounting equipment.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
Cook
Texas Crossing
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Prepared and cooked meals following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Managed food inventory, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations in compliance with health regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Education
GED -
NDSCS
Wahpeton, NDSkills
- Forklift operation
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool operation
- Personal protective equipment
- Concrete stamping and finishing
- Skid steer operation
- Attention to detail
- Workplace safety practices
- Competent in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical systems
- Knowledgeable in reading schematics and manuals
- Small electrical work, sockets, switches, light fixtures and fans Automotive electrical work, rewiring or finding and repairing shorts and breaks, installing extensive audio systems with
- Mechanical knowledge, basic welding and fabrication knowledge, replace and repaired engine, brake systems, suspension and drive components
Timeline
Auto Detailer Owner/Operator
Empire Detailing LLC
10.2024 - 09.2025
Parts Specialist
Vaderstad Industries
09.2023 - 01.2025
Parts Counter Sales Person
Hi-way Service Polaris
11.2022 - 09.2023
Parts Counter Person
AutoZone
11.2021 - 11.2022
Detail Specialist and Tow Truck Driver
Berger Body And Glass
02.2020 - 11.2021
Concrete Laborer
Comstock
08.2019 - 02.2020
Lube Service Technician
Vision Ford Lincoln
10.2018 - 08.2019
Cook
Texas Crossing
01.2014 - 12.2018
GED -
NDSCS