James Stafford
Columbus,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable with solid background in automotive parts management and customer service. Skillfully assisted customers in identifying and locating parts, enhancing overall satisfaction. Demonstrated abilities in inventory control and supplier coordination.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Parts Specialist
Germain Lexus Of Dublin
Dublin, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Answering customer phone calls
- Identify automotive order of mechanical parts based on customer and technician needs.
- Receive, inspect and organize incoming parts and supplies.
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability for automotive parts.
Technician
Wheel Medic LLC
Columbus, Ohio
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Changing and balancing tire/wheels
- Diagnosing drivability issues, wheel, tire, brakes, suspension
- Working in a timely manner
- Repairing bent wheels
- Tire repair
- Identifying and engraving for processing
- Vehicle alignments (including specialty)
- Wheel and brake refinishing, tire changing.
- Contact: Bryce Boley - 614-299-9866
Technician
HDTV Repair
Columbus, Ohio
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Working independently
- Making appointments with end users
- Talking with a wide range of people
- AC and DC electrical diagnostics
- Making/completing appointments in timely manner
- In and out of warranty TV diagnostic and repair
- Contact: Dan Purdy - 1-808-387-9998
Mechanic
Tire Discounters
Columbus, Ohio
03.2012 - 09.2014
- Working at multiple locations (Polaris, 161, Stelzer Rd., Bethel Rd.)
- Repair and diagnosis of all manufacturers of vehicles
- Inspecting and reporting all vehicle issues
- Use of Alldata for estimates
- Alignments (including specialty)
- Use of fluid flush machines (ATF, brake, coolant, r-134a)
- After work automotive workshops for new and future technology
- Tire shop with general vehicle maintenance as a bonus
- Contact: Jim Balcerzak (no longer employed) - 614-255-4111
Tire/Lube Technician
Goodyear Tire and Rubber
Powell, Ohio
03.2011 - 03.2012
- Vehicle inspections
- Oil changes and tire rotations
- Fluid flushes
- Alignments
- Tire and lube dedicated master technicians
- Contact: Chuck Reeder (retired) - unk
Education
Automotive School - Braking Systems, Engine Performance, Suspension, Manual Transmissions, Fuel Systems, Air Conditioning Systems, Automatic Transmissions, Equipment and Tools
Lincoln Technical College
Indianapolis, IN03-2010
High School - Sciences, Maths, Theater, History, Electrical, English-Comp, Computer sciences, Social studies, CADD, Robotics
Thomas Worthington
Worthington, Ohio04-2007
Skills
- Automotive Repair
- Appliance Repair
- Small Engine Repair
- Television Repair
- Tile
- Flooring
- AC and DC electrical
- Drivability Troubleshooting
- Fast Learner
Interests
3D Printing, Hydroponics, Pest Control, Interest
Timeline
Automotive Parts Specialist
Germain Lexus Of Dublin
01.2023 - Current
Technician
Wheel Medic LLC
11.2017 - 06.2020
Technician
HDTV Repair
09.2014 - 04.2017
Mechanic
Tire Discounters
03.2012 - 09.2014
Tire/Lube Technician
Goodyear Tire and Rubber
03.2011 - 03.2012
High School - Sciences, Maths, Theater, History, Electrical, English-Comp, Computer sciences, Social studies, CADD, Robotics
Thomas Worthington
Automotive School - Braking Systems, Engine Performance, Suspension, Manual Transmissions, Fuel Systems, Air Conditioning Systems, Automatic Transmissions, Equipment and Tools
Lincoln Technical College