- Outdoor Recreation
- Gym Workouts
- Auto Repair/Restoration
Austin Creekmore
Wilsonville
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic, experienced at Knife River. Proven expertise in safety compliance and preventive maintenance, contributing to a positive team environment. Skilled in equipment setup and organization, enhancing productivity and efficiency. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering collaboration among team members.
Experienced with maintaining shop equipment and tools. Uses practical skills to support operations and ensure smooth workflow. Knowledge of safety procedures and teamwork essential for productive shop environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Hand
Knife River
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, ensuring safety standards were upheld at all times.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance, prolonging the lifespan of tools and machinery.
- Assisted team members with various tasks, contributing to a positive work environment and increased productivity.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to load, unload, and transport items.
- Did safety training, MSHA certified
- Collaborated with fellow employees on special projects, improving overall shop performance.
- Constructed and dismantled components and gathered materials for repairs, maintenance, and new installations.
- Regularly reviewed safety protocols within the facility, proactively suggesting updates as needed to maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Participated in training sessions, enhancing personal skills and contributing to culture of continuous improvement.
Parts Counter Sales Person
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Supported warehouse staff in organizing shipments of incoming stock, maintaining a clean work environment for efficient operations.
- Streamlined order processing for quicker turnaround times and improved customer experience.
- Processed transactions accurately, ensuring proper payment methods were used and receipts were issued accordingly.
- Built strong relationships with customers, leading to increased repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets and improve overall department performance.
- Mitigated financial discrepancies by managing inventory, damaged goods and backorders.
- Assisted in conducting regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
- Assisted customers with diagnosing problems for [Type] equipment and purchasing necessary replacements.
- Stocked shelves, built displays and merchandised products enabling customers to find needed items and products.
- Ordered parts for customers, repair shops and [Type] department for use in [Type] and [Type] equipment.
- Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and efficient service at the parts counter.
- Managed returns and exchanges effectively, resolving customer issues promptly and professionally.
Tire Technician
Discount Tire
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire services.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
- Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of tires and related components.
- Boosted productivity, performing tire repairs and replacements in a fast-paced environment.
- Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
- Repaired tires to avoid costly replacements by patching, plugging and replacing valves.
- Disposed of old tires correctly, meeting safety and environmental requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair jobs effectively and efficiently.
- Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
- Delivered outstanding service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Analyzed customer needs to recommend suitable tires for personalized requirements.
- Ensured customer loyalty through exceptional service and expert advice on tire maintenance.
- Facilitated strong communication among team members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration.
- Increased efficiency with meticulous organization of tools and equipment in the workspace.
- Sourced tires to meet customer quality and budget needs.
- Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires.
- Expanded technical knowledge by staying current on industry trends, technology advancements, and best practices.
- Provided comprehensive training to new technicians, ensuring consistent application of best practices across the team.
- Prioritized safety through proper disposal of hazardous materials and adherence to company protocols.
Education
GED -
ORCA
Mill City, OR06-2023
Skills
- Storage organization
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Hand assembly
- Equipment setup
- Team contribution
- Reliability and punctuality
- Safety compliance
- Preventive maintenance and repair
- Manual dexterity
- Safe Forklift equipment operations
- Vehicle cleaning
- Maintenance and repair
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and communication
- Worksite safety
- Good communication
- Visual inspection
- Positive attitude
- Heavy lifting
- Attention to detail
- Following instructions
- Parts assembly
- Flexible schedule
- Component assembly
Interests
Timeline
Shop Hand
Knife River
09.2024 - Current
Parts Counter Sales Person
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
10.2023 - 08.2024
Tire Technician
Discount Tire
08.2021 - 07.2023
GED -
ORCA
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