Frank Spires
Thomasville,GA
Summary
Experienced Auto Dealership Professional skilled in sales, finance, service, and management, with additional expertise in locksmithing and vehicle coordination. Proven strengths in contract handling, vendor coordination, vehicle appraisal, and issue resolution enhance operational efficiency. Versatile in locksmith services, including rekeying, transponder programming, and alarm system support. Committed to delivering customer satisfaction and building long-term relationships.
Overview
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1
Certification
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Key control Locksmith
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
Thomasville, Georgia
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained hospital locks, keys, and door hardware throughout patient and staff areas.
- Repaired damaged locks and secured doors in response to maintenance requests.
- Cut and issued keys for authorized hospital personnel and departments.
- Rekeyed cylinders for offices, clinics, and restricted hospital spaces.
- Installed access control hardware on interior and exterior hospital entrances.
- Inspected doors, locks, and safes for proper operation and security.
- Responded to emergency lockouts for hospital staff, patients, and vendors.
- Followed hospital safety procedures while supporting daily security operations.
- Completed new installations of components such as locks, handles and closers.
- Inspected the condition of exit devices such as panic bars or crash bars in public buildings.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers and wrenches while performing work assignments.
- Researched different types of locks available in order to recommend suitable products to customers.
- Provided emergency lockout services by unlocking doors, safes, cabinets.
- Operated tools and devices to open locks when no key was available.
- Created master key systems to provide access to multiple areas within a building.
- Replaced worn out parts such as springs, pins, tumblers, cylinders and levers in mechanical locks.
- Installed deadbolts and other locks on residential and commercial buildings.
- Fabricated custom parts for obsolete or discontinued lock models when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all lock installations and repairs performed.
- Repaired broken locks and re-keyed existing locks to new keys.
- Troubleshot electrical components of electronic access control systems.
- Inserted new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations.
Vehicle Coordinator
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
Thomasville , Ga.
08.2021 - Current
- Scheduled maintenance visits and tracked repair progress with service vendors to ensure vehicle reliability.
- Directed vehicles to departments based on transportation requests and priority needs. to departments based on transportation requests and priority needs.
- Checked vehicles for safety, cleanliness, and readiness before daily use.
- Monitored fleet supplies, including keys, tags, and emergency equipment.
- Monitored vehicle inventory and coordinated with vendors to order necessary parts and supplies.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as fueling, tire repair and replacement, oil changes.
- Conducted monthly audits of all vehicle logs to verify accuracy and adherence to company policy.
- Coordinated with mechanics to diagnose mechanical issues and arrange for repair or replacement of faulty components.
- Investigated incidents involving company-owned vehicles and implemented corrective actions based on findings.
- Developed and implemented policies for the safe operation of vehicles.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel while ensuring compliance with relevant laws.
- Detected mechanical issues with work vehicles and initiated maintenance requests. with work vehicles and submitted maintenance requests with shop department.
- Communicated with upper management and drivers to build lasting relationships.
- Oversaw the acquisition and disposal of vehicles, ensuring alignment with fleet requirements and budget constraints.
- Utilized fleet management software to streamline operations and improve data accuracy.
Sales Consultant/Fleet Commercial Manager
Hobson Chevrolet
01.2013 - Current
- Created and presented competitive bids for vehicle acquisitions, facilitating successful transactions with companies
- Researched and identified customer incentives, enhancing purchase value and decision-making
- Located new vehicles based on customer requests, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction
- Locate Used Vehicles Per Customer Request
- Evaluated vehicle condition and value for resale
- Work in Fleet Accounts
- Submit Requests to Companies for Fleet Accounts
- Submit Information to Fleet Account for rebates
Sales Manager/ Backup and F&I Manager
Flowers Nissan
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Created sales plans, goals, strategies, and objectives to drive team and revenue growth.
- Monitored sales process compliance with Flowers Nissan standards.
- Managed daily operations of the sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Managed customer follow-up using dealership CRM records.
- Facilitated sales of extended warranties and gap coverage to customers.
- Supported customer negotiations during new and used vehicle transactions.
- Reviewed vehicle inventory and matched units to customer needs.
- Pencils Deals
- Appraise Vehicles
- Submit Deals to Lenders
- Partnered with finance team on lease and purchase paperwork.
Service Director, F&I Manager, New and Used Sales Manager
Roy Campbell Chevrolet Dodge
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Managed all aspects of the service and parts departments
- Sold services while providing regular updates to customers on repair status, ensuring satisfaction and trust
- Managed maintenance of all vehicles, ensuring adherence to quality standards and exceptional customer service
- Completed the finance process for all sales
- Ensured all warranty sales were completed accurately to provide customers with protection for their purchases.
- Completed all credit reports for prospective buyers
- Performed the necessary processes to obtain an accurate value of all used inventory and trade in deals
F&I Director, New/Used Sales Manager, Sales Manager
KIA Auto Sport
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Ensured the accurate completion of the Financing process
- Completed all contracts and accurately processed all financial documents
- Submitted credit applications and completed the financing process to streamline transactions.
- Facilitated warranty sales, increasing customer satisfaction and securing vehicle investments.
- Processed new car sales transactions, maintaining high customer satisfaction during the buying experience.
- Completed value appraisals for all vehicles being traded in
- Utilized the Dealer Track and Reynolds and Reynolds Programs
- Completed the application and interviewing process for prospective employees
Used Car Sub Prime Finance Manager
Proctor Honda
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Processed subprime finance applications, facilitating approval for financing options
- Completed Prime Finance Book out sheets, ensuring accurate financial records for transactions
- Evaluated and processed vehicle purchase appraisals, contributing to fair market value assessments
- Evaluated and processed vehicle purchase appraisals
- Completed wholesale/ desk deal sales
President
Spires Motor Company Inc.
01.1979 - 01.2002
- Oversaw desk deals and wholesale activities, enhancing sales processes.
- Managed purchasing responsibilities to ensure adequate inventory levels.
- Facilitated vehicle auction sales to maximize returns on inventory.
- Coordinated vehicle repossessions, ensuring compliance with legal guidelines.
- Processed all tag and title documents
- Customer Relations/ Personnel Management
- Administered accounts payable and receivable functions to maintain financial accuracy.
- Processed payroll for employees to ensure timely and accurate compensation.
- Completed all Internal Revenue Documentation
Education
Advanced Locksmith Diploma - Locksmith
Foley Belsaw
River Falls, WI09-2022
Certificate -
James Ziegler School of Finance And Sales Manager
Atlanta, GA01-2005
Certificate -
Continuous Education For Moto R Vehicle Dealer
Macon, GA01-2002
Certificate -
LJM Finance Wizard For Sub Prime Finance
Orlando, FL01-2002
Certificate -
Florida Continuous Education For Motor Vehicle Dealer
Panama City Beach, FL01-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
GM And Dodge Service Manager Certification
Thomasville, GASkills
- Lock maintenance
- Access control
- Master keying
- Master key systems
- Lock installation
- Lock maintenance
- Rekeying
- Cylinder rekeying
- Key cutting
- Broken key extraction
- Residential security assessment
- Key cutting
- Rekeying
Certification
Member of the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, Georgia Independent Automobile Dealers Association, Certificate of Achievement in F&I Mastermind, Certificate of Achievement in Professional Automotive Sales Management
Timeline
Key control Locksmith
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Vehicle Coordinator
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Sales Consultant/Fleet Commercial Manager
Hobson Chevrolet
01.2013 - Current
Sales Manager/ Backup and F&I Manager
Flowers Nissan
01.2012 - 07.2012
Service Director, F&I Manager, New and Used Sales Manager
Roy Campbell Chevrolet Dodge
01.2007 - 01.2011
F&I Director, New/Used Sales Manager, Sales Manager
KIA Auto Sport
01.2004 - 01.2007
Used Car Sub Prime Finance Manager
Proctor Honda
01.2002 - 01.2003
President
Spires Motor Company Inc.
01.1979 - 01.2002
Advanced Locksmith Diploma - Locksmith
Foley Belsaw
Certificate -
James Ziegler School of Finance And Sales Manager
Certificate -
Continuous Education For Moto R Vehicle Dealer
Certificate -
LJM Finance Wizard For Sub Prime Finance
Certificate -
Florida Continuous Education For Motor Vehicle Dealer
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
GM And Dodge Service Manager Certification