Dynamic Service Director with a proven track record, excelling in process development and team leadership. Achieved significant gross and net profit increases while fostering a positive culture. Expert in strategic planning and performance analysis, driving customer retention through exceptional service, hospitality, and effective training initiatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Director
Mills Classic INFINITI of Greenville
Greenville, SC
06.2023 - Current
Developed and enforced processes to attain a high level of CSI within a hospitality-oriented, customer-first, team setting.
Developed action plans to increase gross profit percentage, and increase net profits.
Constantly review and lower expenses.
Monitored and evaluated technician training to exceed manufacturer expectations, and developed competitive pay structures to maintain technicians.
Established CP door rates to maximize ELR while maintaining reasonable technician costs.
Monitored warranty ELR and applied for warranty pay rate increases annually.
Built an amazing employee culture through open communication, integrity, and an unmatched work ethic.
Maintained metrics set by the manufacturer and dealer principals.
Shop Foreman / Service Manager
Fred Anderson INFINITI
Greenville, SC
05.2025 - 06.2025
Identified areas for improvement within the shop to increase efficiency levels.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
Trained new employees on shop processes and procedures, as well as the operation and care of equipment.
Provided technical guidance and support to staff members regarding repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of vehicles.
Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools and equipment were in proper working order.
Coordinated with all departments to ensure that vehicle repairs were completed on time.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations
Trained, coached, and supported fellow technicians.
Used vehicle component knowledge to diagnose issues and perform repairs.
Oversaw daily operations in shop, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
Managed team of technicians, providing leadership and guidance.
Assigned tasks to technicians and monitored productivity, performance, and task completion.
Performed quality control inspections on completed vehicles to ensure that repairs were fixed right the first time.
Shop Foreman
Bradshaw Acura / INFINITI
Greenville, SC
12.2004 - 01.2023
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
Provided technical guidance and support to staff members regarding repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting of vehicles.
Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools and equipment were in proper working order.
Trained, coached, and supported fellow technicians.
Used vehicle component knowledge to diagnose issues and perform repairs.
Oversaw daily operations in shop, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
Assigned tasks to technicians and monitored productivity, performance, and task completion.
Performed quality control inspections on completed vehicles to ensure that repairs were fixed right the first time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC
05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technologies
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC
Skills
Process development
Leadership skills
Time management
Training and mentoring
Departmental budgeting
Strategic planning
Operations management
Staff development
Performance analysis
Team leadership
Customer retention
Customer relationship management
Troubleshooting
Team building
Positive culture creator
Company policy adherence
Multitasking capacity
Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
Chris Collins - Master Class in Fixed Operations
Jeff Cowan - Pro Talk
INTENTIONAL LEADERSHIP: Strategies for Profits and Retention
Certification
ASE Master Certified Technician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shop Foreman / Service Manager
Fred Anderson INFINITI
05.2025 - 06.2025
Service Director
Mills Classic INFINITI of Greenville
06.2023 - Current
Shop Foreman
Bradshaw Acura / INFINITI
12.2004 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technologies