Andrew Cruz
Roseland,Nj
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented professional transitioning from the trades into the world of finance. After a hands-on year as a Parts Clerk, I discovered a strong interest in numbers, profit margins, and bookkeeping—sparking a deeper passion for financial systems and business operations. Now committed to building a long-term career in finance, I bring a strong work ethic, analytical thinking, and a desire to grow within this field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Parts Clerk
Prestige Volvo
East Hanover, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Proactively contacted customers regarding backordered items, offering alternative solutions when possible to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Assisted service technicians with locating necessary parts for repairs, ensuring timely completion of jobs.
- Assisted in conducting annual physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate record-keeping for financial reporting purposes.
- Regularly checked and updated any price chsnges within our inventory to take advantage of listing prices versus our cost.
- Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns, and complete sales.
HVAC Installer
Lincoln Mechanical Corp.
Fairfield, NJ
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves, and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Utilized pressure gauges
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel, or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
UtilityMan
Roseland DPW
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Work with Water, Sweage, Road, and Tree professions to keep The Town in stable condition for all residents.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
Maintenance Worker
Caldwell University
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall and applied wallpaper.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Examined alarm systems and monitors to meet fire marshal standards and safeguard personnel.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
Technician
Teknalysis Corp.
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Set up PCs and peripheral equipment for use in video conferencing rooms, including projectors, microphones, PCs and more.
Low Voltage Device Installer
Homeland Security And Life Safety Systems
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Installed complete systems at new residential and commercial construction sites.
- Worked with all types of weather and ground conditions.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation on average of 20-30 devices per site.
- Pre-wired for Commercial Sites
Fleet Maintenance Coordinator
Air Group LLC
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Inspected vehicles prior to service and immediately afterwards to make sure there was no damage
- Managed order processing and inventory logging to achieve efficient and functioning workplace
- Responsible for State and Cleanliness of over 300+ trucks in growing Fleet
- Identified issues affecting safety and brought up to shift supervisor for resolution
- Verified proper stickers and plates were attached to vehicle to establish status of vehicle
Lot Attendant
Prestige Volvo
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Keep parking area clean and orderly to maximize space usage for over an average of 500 cars
- Park and retrieve automobiles for customers in parking lots, storage garages, or new car lots
- Deliver and transport new and used vehicles across the east coast
- Responsible for daily deposits of cash and checks.
Manager
Jimmy Johns
Roseland, NJ
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Organized special events, including catering and sampling orders for 20-30 big companies
- Delivery Driver
- Handled Food
- Responsible for shift close
- Managed Co-Workers efficiently
Education
EEST - Electrician
Lincoln Technical Institute
Union, NJ2019
High School Diploma -
West Essex High School
65 E Greenbrook Rd. North Caldwell, NJ2016
Skills
- Punctual
- Organized
- Quick Learner
- Motivated
- Respectful
- Team Player
- Service-oriented
- Natural leader
- Passion for customer satisfaction
- Basic mathematics
- Verbal and written communication
- Proficient in Software
- 3 years Stock Market Investing Experience
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Cash handling
- Pricing strategy
Timeline
Automotive Parts Clerk
Prestige Volvo
01.2024 - Current
HVAC Installer
Lincoln Mechanical Corp.
06.2023 - 10.2023
UtilityMan
Roseland DPW
01.2022 - 06.2023
Maintenance Worker
Caldwell University
11.2021 - 12.2021
Technician
Teknalysis Corp.
09.2020 - 10.2021
Low Voltage Device Installer
Homeland Security And Life Safety Systems
10.2019 - 09.2020
Fleet Maintenance Coordinator
Air Group LLC
11.2018 - 10.2019
Lot Attendant
Prestige Volvo
02.2017 - 11.2018
Manager
Jimmy Johns
07.2016 - 01.2017
EEST - Electrician
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
West Essex High School