Jerry Byington
Slidell,LA
Summary
Dependable and hardworking professional with experience in security operations, loss prevention, team supervision, and hands-on technical support across retail, hospitality, industrial, and automotive environments. Skilled in maintaining safety, managing daily operations, and building strong customer and community relationships. Proven ability to work long hours under pressure while ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mobile Mechanic Assistant
C and C Automotive
05.2025 - Current
- Organize and move equipment to support daily operations.
- Source tools, parts, and equipment as needed.
- Coordinate logistics and routing for the lead mechanic.
- Assist with maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Retained accurate records of purchases, titles and sales.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Analyzed vehicle data using advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete general tasks.
Night Shift Supervisor
Time Saver 3
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised overnight store operations including audits, cash handling, and customer service.
- Maintained drink machines, food equipment, and ensured stock rotation.
- Focused on driving customer sales and building positive community relationships.
- Ensured cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of the store during night shifts.
- Trained staff members to perform inventory management, customer service and maintenance.
- Upheld federal safety standards and environmental disposal protocols.
- Assisted customers with complaints, questions, and concerns.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Second Shift Supervisor / Grill Operator
Waffle House
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Supervised evening shift operations, ensuring food quality, cleanliness, and staff readiness.
- Prepared and served meals while maintaining guest satisfaction.
- Managed inventory, prepped supplies, and maintained equipment.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Overnight Shift Lead / Cashier
Circle K
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Led overnight store operations including audits, cash handling, and closing procedures.
- Conducted nightly tobacco/alcohol audits and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness, stocked inventory, and rotated products.
- Built rapport with local community members and regular customers.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Planned and executed promotions and special events in close collaboration with management.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
Security Officer / Asset Protection
Allied Universal
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided uniformed and undercover security for Walgreens and other clients.
- Monitored properties, completed RFID checkpoint scans, and wrote detailed reports.
- Deterred theft, investigated incidents, and completed trespass documentation.
- Took on additional shifts at retirement communities, hotels, Amazon facilities, and post-hurricane assignments.
- Post-Hurricane Ida: Worked 60–80 hrs/week maintaining site security in the French Quarter.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
Second Shift Lead / Cashier
Murphy USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed store operations during high turnover and COVID-19 challenges.
- Oversaw inventory, fuel testing, equipment maintenance, and vendor deliveries.
- Maintained customer relationships and ensured safe, clean operations.
Apprentice / Labor Hand
Stagner Electric
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Assisted lead electrician with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
- Gained hands-on experience in safety, wiring, and equipment operation.
- Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Mold Maker / Assembly Line Lead
EBAA Iron Inc
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Operated and trained staff on automated, semi-automated, and manual assembly lines.
- Managed safety procedures during iron pours and heavy machinery operation.
- Inspected molds, corrected defects, and ensured production quality.
- Constructed mold used for casting metal, clay or plaster objects, using fiberglass, rubber, casting machines and patterns.
- Separated model or pattern from mold and examined mold for accuracy.
- Minimized waste by accurately measuring mixes and decreasing excess materials.
- Monitored and adjusted valves and dials, regulating outputs on automatic machinery.
- Upheld high quality standards by designing inspection protocols for finished products.
- Observed operations of automatic molding machinery to detect and correct jams or malfunctions.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Assisted in training new employees and implementing procedural changes.
- Coordinated staff, parts and process flow to minimize work in progress, eliminate shortages, and maximize productivity.
Education
GED -
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, LA11-2006
Skills
- Security & Asset Protection
- Loss Prevention & Incident Reporting
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Customer Service & Community Relations
- Inventory Control & Auditing
- Equipment & Machinery Operation (Forklift, Hoists, Assembly Lines)
- Logistics & Routing Support
- Safety Compliance (OSHA, Fire & Chemical Safety)
- Bilingual: English (fluent), Spanish (basic verbal)
- Vehicle inspections
- Roadside assistance
- Cooling systems
- Suspension systems
- Fuel systems
- Transmission repair
- Brake systems
- Diagnostic expertise
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and power tools
- Servicing vehicles
- Vehicle test drives
- Diagnostic tools
- Recordkeeping
- Task prioritization
- Preventive Maintenance
- Technical aptitude
- Equipment inspection and testing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Grease and lubricant application
- Battery testing
- Automotive diagnostics
- Safety procedures
- Computerized diagnostics
- Defective parts disassembly
Certification
- Louisiana Security Officer Training – State of Louisiana (May 2021, Expired)
- OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training
- Former TWIC Cardholder
Timeline
Mobile Mechanic Assistant
C and C Automotive
05.2025 - Current
Night Shift Supervisor
Time Saver 3
03.2023 - Current
Second Shift Supervisor / Grill Operator
Waffle House
08.2022 - 03.2023
Overnight Shift Lead / Cashier
Circle K
01.2022 - 01.2023
Security Officer / Asset Protection
Allied Universal
01.2020 - 01.2022
Second Shift Lead / Cashier
Murphy USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
Apprentice / Labor Hand
Stagner Electric
01.2014 - 01.2020
Mold Maker / Assembly Line Lead
EBAA Iron Inc
01.2014 - 01.2018
GED -
Nunez Community College
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