Christopher Mathis
Parkland,WA
Summary
- A dynamic and results-driven individual with over 10 years of experience as an Auto Mechanic. Successful track record of diagnosing and fixing mechanical problems in a variety of automobiles. Special skills in troubleshooting faults in small trucks and buses. Possess strong work ethics with a verifiable record of providing exceptional customer services.
- Leadership
- Organization
- Communication
- Dedicated
- Adaptable
- Analyze
- Dependable
- Customer Service
- Diligent Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Skookum
03.2023 - 11.2025
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize resource allocation and minimize waste.
- Led training sessions for staff on best practices and operational procedures.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
Shop Foreman
Skookum Contract Services
08.2012 - 03.2023
- Responsible for supervising and performing maintenance and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and associated items, as well as heavy-wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles. Maintain wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and material handling equipment systems. Inspected, serviced, maintained, repaired, replaced, adjusted and tested wheeled vehicles and material handling equipment systems, subsystems and components. Service automotive electrical systems including wiring harness and starting and charging systems. Perform wheeled vehicle recovery operations.
Automotive Worker
Skookum
06.2009 - 12.2010
- Perform a variety of minor repairs and services to maintain all motor vehicles, to include military vehicles (HMMWVs, FMTVs, HEMTTs, Stryker’s, Trailers, GEN sets and small engines). Very knowledgeable in maintenance of military equipment to include, but not limited to, wheeled vehicles, power generations, and material handling. Read, understand, and follow technical manuals and lube orders during scheduled services. Proficient communication with customers. Enforces safety throughout the shop to fellow employees and to customers. Informative of all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Warehouse Worker
Aerotek-Tacoma, WA
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing and retrieving stock in the warehouse.
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
07.2000 - 07.2008
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in wheel vehicles to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, enhancing vehicle reliability and safety standards.
- Led a team of mechanics in executing complex repairs, fostering skill development and efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing emergency repair incidents significantly.
Security Guard - Pierce County, WA
Pierce County Security
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Maintained safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel. Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Completed reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures. Contributed to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Everest University
Orlando, FL05-2019
No Degree -
Pierce College
Joint Base-Lewis McChorddiploma - undefined
Northside High School
01.1997
Skills
- People management skills
- Leadership Skills
- Military operations
- Combat Veteran
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Microsoft Excel
- Assembly
- Conflict management
- Outdoor work
- Computer skills
- Heavy lifting
- Word processing
- Driving
- Manufacturing facility
- CPR
- Manufacturing company experience
- Microsoft Word
- Dispatching
- Automotive Repair
- Truck repair experience
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Brake Repair
- Diesel mechanics
- DoD experience
- Hand tools
- First aid
- Machining
- Manual handling
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- GLOBAL War on Terror Certificate (3)
Languages
English
Timeline
Operations Manager
Skookum
03.2023 - 11.2025
Shop Foreman
Skookum Contract Services
08.2012 - 03.2023
Automotive Worker
Skookum
06.2009 - 12.2010
Warehouse Worker
Aerotek-Tacoma, WA
01.2009 - 01.2009
Security Guard - Pierce County, WA
Pierce County Security
01.2008 - 01.2008
Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic
US Army
07.2000 - 07.2008
diploma - undefined
Northside High School
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Everest University
No Degree -
Pierce College
Awards
Lead mechanic 2019, Select Awards
Military Service
- Branch: United States Army
- Rank: E-5