Jacob Kokinda
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Quality focused with multiple awards on safe driving, sales and customer service.I am dependable, self motivated, mechanically inclined with quick and efficient problem solving skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Reefer Technician
Thermo king
Portage, IN
08.2022 - Current
- Inspected refrigeration units for proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance on cooling systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical issues in refrigerated transport equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of service and repair activities for equipment tracking.
- Assisted customers with technical support related to refrigeration operations.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical failures in transport reefer units.
- Conducted quality checks on repairs to ensure adherence to company standards.
- Communicated with management to facilitate efficient unit operation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on reefer units prior to transportation assignments.
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on reefer units, such as checking compressors, evaporators, condensers, filters, belts, hoses and connections.
- Installed new reefer units using hand tools, power tools and specialized equipment.
- Diagnosed problems related to cooling system performance by listening for unusual noises or observing operating characteristics.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions.
Automotive Body Technician
M&s collision
07.2022 - Current
- Inspected vehicle repairs for quality control during entire repair process and prior to customer delivery.
- Replaced or repaired parts to efficiently fulfill daily work orders, ensuring timely vehicle readiness.
- Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
- Disassembled damaged car sections and removed old paint to facilitate effective restoration and repair.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Organized and maintained work areas to enhance safety and minimize hazards during repair processes.
Warehouse Driver
City Electric Supply Regional Group Office
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Operated standard warehouse equipment to assist with loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Processed daily inventory receipts and quantities of supplies.
- Recorded discrepancies and damages to inventory and reported findings to supervisor.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Manager
Car x auto
Schererville , IN
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.
- Established and managed yearly budgets of up to $700,000.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
- Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation and training.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Communicated company directives and programs to associates and ensured all follow-up items were completed accurately and timely.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Outside Sales Account Manager
Keystone Automotive
Alsip , IL
01.2003 - 05.2017
- Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
- Educated customers on product features and technical details to highlight benefits.
- Kept personal relationships with clients through frequent visits.
- Followed up with customer to identify and resolve service, account or technical issues and maintain satisfaction.
- Collaborated with other departments to complete sales transactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheeler High School
Wheeler In06.1995
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois
Lisle, ILSkills
- Problem Resolution
- Active Listening
- Team Building
- Positive demeanor
- Good Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Supervision & Leadership
- Maintenance & Repair
- Organizational Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Reliable & Trustworthy
Certification
Epa 608 type 2
Timeline
Reefer Technician
Thermo king
08.2022 - Current
Automotive Body Technician
M&s collision
07.2022 - Current
Warehouse Driver
City Electric Supply Regional Group Office
06.2020 - 07.2022
Manager
Car x auto
05.2017 - 12.2019
Outside Sales Account Manager
Keystone Automotive
01.2003 - 05.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois
High School Diploma -
Wheeler High School