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Andres Suarez

Virginia Beach,Virginia

Summary

Dedicated to satisfying customer needs with high-quality automotive support. Proficient in changing oil and filters, as well as maintaining additional systems such as tires.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Lube Technician

Walmart
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
  • Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
  • Kept shop areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
  • Vacuumed interior of vehicles and washed exterior windows to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
  • Educated customers on vehicle systems operation and recommended regular maintenance schedules to promote optimal vehicle functionality.
  • Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
  • Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.

Aviation Mechanic

Navy
Norfolk, VA
01.2017 - 06.2021
  • Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel systems.

Sales Associate

Journeys Shoes
Katy, TX
06.2015 - 01.2017
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.

Education

Dental Hygienist - Dental Hygiene

Lonestar College, Cypress, TX

No Degree - HVAC Installation And Repair

Tidewater Tech, Norfolk, VA

Skills

  • Engine Tuning and Analysis
  • Inventorying Expertise
  • Automotive Lift Operation
  • Grease Guns
  • Fluid Checks
  • Work Orders and Documentation
  • Customer Service
  • Safety Checks
  • Battery Installation
  • Work Area Cleanliness
  • Shipment Receiving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Tires
  • Filter Replacement
  • Hardworking and Dedicated
  • Attention to Detail
  • Tire Damage Repair
  • Service Tickets
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Team Player
  • Lubrication Systems
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Battery Changing
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Visual Inspections
  • Fluid Replacement

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Automotive Lube Technician - Walmart
03.2022 - 06.2022
Aviation Mechanic - Navy
01.2017 - 06.2021
Sales Associate - Journeys Shoes
06.2015 - 01.2017
Lonestar College - Dental Hygienist , Dental Hygiene
Tidewater Tech - No Degree, HVAC Installation And Repair
Andres Suarez