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Antonio Cortez-Michaels

Concord,CA

Summary

Motivated Biology (Neuroscience) student with a passion for cognitive science research, currently contributing to research projects at Stanford University. Experienced in retail and hospitality industries, with a proven ability to adapt and thrive in fast-paced environments. Entrepreneurial and detail-oriented, managing a professional car detailing business while developing strong leadership and business management skills. Eager to leverage my diverse experiences and academic background in future opportunities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Profesional Car Detailer

Dirty Dans Detailing
05.2024 - Current
  • Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
  • Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
  • Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
  • Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
  • Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.

Professional Car Detailer

Own Business
06.2020 - Current
  • Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
  • Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
  • Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
  • Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.

Retail Associate

Macy's
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges, and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.

Head Attendant

American Family Hot Tub & Massage
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Kept facilities clean, neat, and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
  • Managed check-in and check-out process of items & guests.
  • Greeted customers and offered them assistance.

Retail Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges, and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Northgate High School
Walnut Creek
06.2021

Skills

  • Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Sales Techniques
  • Customer Service
  • Automotive detailing
  • Money Handling
  • Order Processing
  • Returns and exchanges
  • Microsoft Excel Expertise
  • Advanced Mathematics
  • Advanced English Writing

Accomplishments

-1st Place (FIRST Robotics) - 2018, 2019,

-3rd Place (FIRST Robotics) - 2020

-4 years of High School Varsity Basketball

-2 Years College Basketball

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

-Car Washing & Machine Polishing License

-CPR Certification

Timeline

Profesional Car Detailer

Dirty Dans Detailing
05.2024 - Current

Retail Associate

Macy's
05.2023 - 12.2023

Head Attendant

American Family Hot Tub & Massage
05.2022 - 12.2022

Retail Associate

Dick's Sporting Goods
11.2021 - 08.2022

Professional Car Detailer

Own Business
06.2020 - Current

Associate of Science - Biology

Diablo Valley College

High School Diploma -

Northgate High School

-Car Washing & Machine Polishing License

-CPR Certification

Antonio Cortez-Michaels