Anthony Garrison
Decatur,MS
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in mechanical and technical roles, notably at Trax Plus. Demonstrated expertise in equipment maintenance and project management, coupled with a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction. Excelled in fostering team collaboration and enhancing operational efficiency, achieving a notable increase in customer satisfaction rates. Skilled in welding and possesses exceptional problem-solving abilities.
Professional laborer with hands-on experience and readiness for demanding tasks. Skilled in operating machinery, handling materials, and maintaining safety standards. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to changing work conditions. Reliable and results-driven, with keen ability to support team objectives and productivity.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Popular Springs Dairy Farm
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Mechanic
Trax Plus
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
Service Technician
Cox Automotive
Remote
08.2023 - Current
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Trained junior technicians in proper techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
Service Technician
Empire Truck Sales
Meridian Ms
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Effectively communicated technical information to non-technical clients, ensuring proper understanding and utilization of equipment features.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient service for various technical issues.
- Consistently met project deadlines under pressure situations while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
Pipe Fitter
Magnolia Steel
Meridian Ms
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
Foreman
Yates Construction Company
Bryam Ms
10.2016 - 03.2020
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
Education
None -
Newton County High School
Newton County MsSkills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Job site cleanup
- Time management
- Punctual and reliable
- Customer service
- Physical strength
- Job site safety
- Material handling
- Repetitive work
- Job site organization
- Hand-eye coordination
- Carrying heavy loads
- Team collaboration
- Equipment operation
- State Driver's license
- Safe vehicle operation
- Clean driving record
- Endurance and stamina
- Equipment maintenance
- Painting
- Machinery maintenance
- Trash collection
- Complex Problem-solving
- Construction techniques
- Commercial construction experience
- Tool retrieval
- Facilities maintenance
- Demolition expertise
- Blueprint reading
- Project management
- Construction management
- Supply management
- Site condition assessment
- Project estimation and bidding
- HVAC systems
- Hand and power tools
- Verbal and written communication
- Proper lifting techniques
- Debris removal
- Welding
- Hazardous material handling
- Electrical
- Skid and hoist operations
- Maintenance and repair
- Hydraulics operation
- Team lifting
- Ladder safety
- Team player
Timeline
Service Technician
Cox Automotive
08.2023 - Current
Service Technician
Empire Truck Sales
12.2021 - 08.2023
Pipe Fitter
Magnolia Steel
03.2020 - 12.2021
Foreman
Yates Construction Company
10.2016 - 03.2020
Laborer
Popular Springs Dairy Farm
Mechanic
Trax Plus
None -
Newton County High School