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James Walker

Crestview,FL

Summary

Experienced business professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in operations management, strategic planning, and resource optimization. Known for flexibility in adapting to changing needs and providing reliable leadership. Prepared to make significant impact in driving business success and fostering team growth.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Operator

Walker's Cooling and Heating LLC
01.2009 - 01.2025
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Service Technician

Mills Heating and Cooling
03.2003 - 04.2007
  • Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
  • Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.

Driver

Waste Management Fort Walton Beach
09.1999 - 04.2003
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Owner/Operator Subway Franchise

Subway of Niceville
01.1990 - 01.1998

Started as a manager in 1990.

Worked my way into a minority share of ownership in November 1995.

Daily operation of Subway sandwich franchise.


Route Sales

Pepsi Cola of Pensacola
06.1981 - 01.1989
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked on home market route servicing supermarkets and convenience stores.
  • Sold, Pepsi products, cleaning shelves, building displays and proper point of sale material.

Education

High School Diploma -

Covington High School
Covington, TN
06-1981

No Degree - Electronic Engineering

Pensacola Junior College
Pensacola, FL
09-1999

Certification

EPA Universal

Class A CDL

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Walker's Cooling and Heating LLC
01.2009 - 01.2025

Service Technician

Mills Heating and Cooling
03.2003 - 04.2007

Driver

Waste Management Fort Walton Beach
09.1999 - 04.2003

Owner/Operator Subway Franchise

Subway of Niceville
01.1990 - 01.1998

Route Sales

Pepsi Cola of Pensacola
06.1981 - 01.1989

EPA Universal

Class A CDL

High School Diploma -

Covington High School

No Degree - Electronic Engineering

Pensacola Junior College
James Walker