Charlie Ilijevski
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented photographer and service technician skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and customer service. Proven ability to deliver high-quality work and maintain strong client relationships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Self-employeed
Chicago, Illinois
01.2021 - Current
- Captured high-quality images for various clients and events.
- Edited photographs with industry-standard software to enhance visual impact.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, ensuring tailored photography solutions that met specific client needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of photography trends and techniques, implementing new skills to improve service offerings.
Sales Associate
Trek Bicycle Corporation
Schererville, Indiana
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Greeted customers warmly upon entry to create a welcoming atmosphere. and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers in selecting bicycles and accessories based on individual needs.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Educated customers on safe cycling practices and proper bike usage techniques.
- Maintained product displays to highlight new arrivals and promotions effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and improve customer satisfaction.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure product availability and proper stock levels.
Service Technician
Trek Bicycle Company
Schererville, Indiana
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Executed routine maintenance on various bike models in accordance with company guidelines.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in bicycles to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Inspected bicycles to identify mechanical issues and needed repairs.
- Utilized specialized tools for precise adjustments and repairs on bicycle components.
- Performed onsite equipment repairs at customer locations to enhance service delivery.
- Tested repaired items to confirm functionality before returning to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows, improving turnaround time for customer repairs.
- Maintained clean, organized workspace to promote safety and operational effectiveness.
- Addressed customer inquiries and offered bike maintenance advice, fostering positive customer relationships.
Bike Assembler
Trek Bicycle Corporation
Schererville, Indiana
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Assembled bicycle components according to manufacturer specifications and quality standards.
- Assembled bike frames and components according to manufacturer instructions.
- Tested completed bikes for safety issues before releasing them to customers.
- Inspected finished bikes for defects and ensured proper functionality.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on assembled bikes, such as checking brakes and tire pressure.
- Assisted in unloading bicycles from delivery trucks and stocking shelves with merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness of the shop floor at all times during shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN06-2029
High School Diploma -
Munster High School
Munster, IN06-2025
Skills
- Photo editing
- Lightroom proficiency
- Technical troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Time management
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical design
- Problem solving
- Creativity
Affiliations
- Ironman Florida 70.3 - December 2025
- CMAR Ultramarathon 50M - July 2026
- Enduro mountain biker
- Multi-instrumentalist
Timeline
Sales Associate
Trek Bicycle Corporation
05.2026 - 08.2026
Service Technician
Trek Bicycle Company
01.2025 - 08.2025
Bike Assembler
Trek Bicycle Corporation
01.2025 - 08.2025
Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Minnesota
High School Diploma -
Munster High School