Jimmy Angle
Ohatchee,AL
Summary
Dynamic Tire Technician with extensive experience at LTS/Fortis, excelling in tire installations and maintenance. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective training and meticulous inventory management. Skilled in machinery operation and committed to safety protocols, fostering a collaborative team environment while achieving optimal vehicle performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Technician
LTS/Fortis
06.2019 - Current
- Manage the tire shop as well as training
- Performed tire installations and rotations with precision and attention to safety protocols.
- Conducted inspections of tire conditions, identifying wear patterns for optimal vehicle performance.
- Operated machinery for tire balancing and alignment, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, promoting a safe environment for all staff.
- Trained new technicians on proper tire installation techniques and equipment usage guidelines.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair jobs effectively and efficiently.
- Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
- Increased efficiency with meticulous organization of tools and equipment in the workspace.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to limit operational disruptions.
- Facilitated strong communication among team members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration.
- Provided comprehensive training to new technicians, ensuring consistent application of best practices across the team.
- Reduced inventory costs by accurately tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as needed.
- Performed tire repair on forklifts
- Repair tires on various types of vehicles, tractor trailers, firetruck, tractors, government work-trucks, whole buggies, 50k forklifts down to 10k forklifts
- Take tires off the rims ranging from 14.00-38 to 500-8
- Conducted regular inspections on tire quality, identifying potential issues before they affected performance.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for efficient operations.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring optimal stock levels for various tire types and sizes.
- Supervised tire technicians, providing guidance and support to maintain a high level of workmanship.
- Performed thorough inspections of tire installations, guaranteeing proper alignment and balancing for smooth vehicle operation.
- Created and oversaw production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocking schedules to avoid production delays from unavailable materials.
- Oversaw routine maintenance programs and scheduled service to keep equipment functioning at peak levels.
- Answering calls as forklift operators called for assistance with flats, as well as keeping a organized log of locations and tire sizes
- Make sure all tools are up to date and serviced as needed
- Oversees propane station as needed
- At propane I will pump all fuel & make sure there’s always propane
- Assisted supervisor upon his request for my assistance with riding in the diesel and jet fuel truck with fueling, pumping on tanks & forklifts
- Supervisor points me as the lead man for the tire shop & driving the truck
Education
High School Diploma -
Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville,AL05.2008
Skills
- Tire installation
- Tire mounting
- Tire balancing
- Wheel balancing
- Punctuality
- Facility cleaning
- Safety procedures
- Air compressor operation
- Torque wrench operation
- Vehicle lifting
- Hydraulic jack usage
- Time tracking
- Machinery operation
- Maintenance management
- Mounting expertise
- Pressure monitoring
- Alignment adjustment
- Brake system inspection
- Hand tools proficiency
- Work order processing
- New tire installation
- Leak repair
- Rotation and balancing
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Active listening
- Hand and power tool operation
- Heavy lifting
- Tire rotations
- Multitasking Abilities
- Safe vehicle lifting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Inventory maintenance
- Tire damage assessment
- Time management
- Tire reassembly
- Staff training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Power tool operation
- Safety protocols
- Inventory management
- Emergency repairs
- Workload management
- Attention to detail
- Leader
- Vehicle inspection
- Employee scheduling
- Workplace safety compliance
- Employee training
- Scheduling coordination
- Propane handling expert
- Pump operation
- Quick learner
- Dependable and reliable
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Tire Technician
LTS/Fortis
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jacksonville High School