AUSTIN LARUE
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in customer relations, critical thinking, and problem-solving. With 10 years of overall experience in maintenance, I am skilled in many trades and adept at troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems. Recognized for achieving operational success and mission first dedication in the military, as well as my sales prowess in the automotive industry, I am looking to hone in my broad set of skills towards a refined role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Handyman
Ace Of Trades LLC
Mesa, USA
07.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Established foundational processes for business operations
- Troubleshoot and replace/repair worn garage door systems/parts
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals
- Competent knowledge in electrical, appliance, flooring, doors, HVAC, furniture, AV, lighting, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and smart systems and technology
Internet Sales Specialist
Autonation Subaru
Spokane, WA
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Improved monthly sales with successful marketing, sales and customer relations approaches
- Corresponded with online customers to address questions or complaints about products, policies, or shipping methods
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts
- Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services
- Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit
- Washington Regional Top Gun Sales Award 5x
Flying Crew Chief
United States Air Force
Spokane, USA
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: USAF
- Lead supervisor for deployed multi-man teams
- Performed critical in-flight analysis/isolation
- Inspected, serviced, and ensured my mission's aircraft airworthiness across the globe
- Supervised and qualified more than three hundred new aircraft maintenance troops
- Certified and fully qualified in all KC-135 aircraft systems and subsystems outside of primary specialty
- Primary instructor for Air National Guard aircraft maintenance units for real-world nuclear operations
- Completed over 100 global missions as the dedicated Flying Crew Chief
Education
Non-Commissioned Officer Achievement -
Airman Leadership School
Spokane, WA02.2018
High School Diploma -
Curtis High School
University Place, WA06.2013
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Project management
- Analysis
- Adv'd tech skills
- Problem Solving
- Knowledge comprehension
- Punctual
- Hand/Power Tool Proficiency
- Following Process
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
Certification
- Soldering Techniques
- Aircraft Maintenance Advanced Troubleshooting
- Quick Start APU System Craftsman/Troubleshooting
- Advanced Wire Maintenance
- Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman (ENGINE RUN QUAL)
- Multi-Point Refueling System Craftsman
References
- Toby Caldwell, Chief Master Sergeant, USAF, (318)773-7544, Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Flight Chief/Expediter/Assistant Superintendent
- Clifton Ford, Master Sergeant (Retired), USAF, (404)987-5492, Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Flight Chief/Expediter/Lead Supervisor
- Austin Mason, Aircraft Maintenance, (785)813-8311, Friend
- Jake Moyer, Licensed Electrician, Moyer Electric, (480) 359-9423, Moyerelectric432@gmail.com, Lead Contractor
- Austin Spargur, General Sales Manager, AutoNation, (509) 280-0929, Spargura@autonation.com, Supervisor
Accomplishments
- Air Force Commendation Medal (USAF 2019)
- Air Force Achievement Medal (USAF 2017)
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (USAF 2017)
- Honorable Discharge (USAF 2020)
- Washington State Regional Top Gun Sales Award 5x (2021)
Timeline
Owner/Handyman
Ace Of Trades LLC
07.2022 - Current
Internet Sales Specialist
Autonation Subaru
09.2020 - 06.2022
Flying Crew Chief
United States Air Force
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Soldering Techniques
- Aircraft Maintenance Advanced Troubleshooting
- Quick Start APU System Craftsman/Troubleshooting
- Advanced Wire Maintenance
- Aerospace Propulsion Craftsman (ENGINE RUN QUAL)
- Multi-Point Refueling System Craftsman
Non-Commissioned Officer Achievement -
Airman Leadership School
High School Diploma -
Curtis High School
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