JAMES C. SMITH
Aylett,VA
Summary
Seeking a position to promote growth and usage of skills and knowledge gained through my employment experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detailer
Caliber / Bill Talley Ford Collision Center
2017.07 - Current
- Same basic duties as the Sheehy detail position below minus the detail manager duties
Truck Driver
Kent Inc.
2016.06 - 2017.06
- General truck driving duties
- Responsible for loading/unloading concrete containers from job site to landfill
- Other duties as assigned
Detailer/Detail Manager
Sheehy Ford
2003.05 - 2016.05
- Responsible for cleaning and refurbishing new and used automobiles
- Responsible for cleaning upholstery, rugs and other surfaces
- Responsible for cleaning engines and engine compartments
- Responsible for applying preservatives to vinyl/leather surfaces and treated fabrics with spot/stain resistant chemicals to protect interior components
- Color sanding and waxing
- Head restoration, paint touchup, interior dye and window tint removal experience
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of body shop area
- Operation of power tools/machinery
- Responsible for (8) employees as Detail Manager
- Responsible for employee scheduling/organizing
- Responsible for day to day operations of Detail Dept.
- Responsible for ensuring Sales/Service team’s satisfaction with detailing services
- Responsible for maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies
- Completed repair orders using Reynolds and Reynold application
- Used Microsoft office 365/Excel/Word/PowerPoint
Technician
Chem Dry
2000.03 - 2003.05
- Responsible for (7) employees over employment time
- Scheduled, coordinated and performed routine carpet cleaning services
Education
Diploma - Business Administration
ECPI University (Online)
Virginia Beach, Virginia07.2025
Diploma - undefined
Patrick Henry High School
Ashland, Virginia01.1994
Skills
- Customer service
- Safety procedures
- Automotive detailing
- Interior detailing
- Relationship building
- Work area organization
- Hand tools
- Telephone etiquette
- Inventory control
- Damage assessment
- Paint application techniques
- Project estimation
- Chemical handling
- Surface preparation
- Safe cleaning with chemicals
- Vendor engagement
- Quality control analysis
- Team collaboration
- Work planning
- Power equipment operation
- Strategic planning
- Safety inspections
- Sales techniques
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Task prioritization
- Equipment handling
- Repair identification
- Work order fulfillment
- Fluid maintenance
- Vehicle transport
- Reliable and responsible
- Strong work ethic
- Honest and dependable
- Adaptable and flexible
- Productivity and time management
- Hand and power tool operation
- Safety standards and protocols
- Sweeping and vacuuming
- Team cooperation
- Team leadership
- Spray gun operation
- Conscientious and Detail-oriented
- Equipment cleaning
- Equipment operation
- Goal driven
- Decision-making
- Operating heavy machinery
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Supply inventory management
- Information analysis
- Interior vehicle cleaning
- Problem identification
- Creative thinking
- Calm and pleasant demeanor
- Surface polishing
- Supply management
- Finish buffing
- Buffing and waxing
- Carpet vacuuming
- Glass polishing
- Carpet shampooing
- Interior and exterior cleaning
- Upholstery cleaning
- Exterior detailing
- Pressure washing
- Polishing techniques
- Odor removal
- Engine cleaning
- Waxing techniques
- Exterior waxing
- Vehicle restoration
- Exterior washes
- Carpet and upholstery care
- Interior vacuuming
- Detailing equipment
- Polishing and waxing
- Washing and detailing
- Interior and exterior detailing
- Window cleaning
- Physical stamina
- Stain removal
Certification
- Forklift Certification – Apr. 2021
- Bill Talley Ford – Richmond, Virginia
Timeline
Detailer
Caliber / Bill Talley Ford Collision Center
2017.07 - Current
Truck Driver
Kent Inc.
2016.06 - 2017.06
Detailer/Detail Manager
Sheehy Ford
2003.05 - 2016.05
Technician
Chem Dry
2000.03 - 2003.05
Diploma - Business Administration
ECPI University (Online)
Diploma - undefined
Patrick Henry High School