Josh Gelsthorpe
Deland
Summary
Dedicated and goal-focused manager with over 20 years of industry experience in team-building. Proven track record of success and wealth of knowledge. Expertise in effectively leading teams to achieve objectives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Maintenance Manager
Hansen & Adkins Auto Transport
04.2024 - Current
- As the Regional Maintenance Manager, I confidently oversee nine maintenance shops across the United States
- I have successfully transformed four underperforming shops into high-volume operations
- My team consists of 67 skilled technicians and nine shop managers
- I take charge of establishing annual and monthly maintenance budgets for a fleet of 670 pieces of equipment within my region
- My extensive experience with Microsoft programs, particularly Excel, enables me to build detailed spreadsheets and manage data effectively
- Currently, I utilize TMT for maintenance management and am preparing to transition to Shop Connect to enhance our operations further
Service Manager
Instant Response Truck Repair
10.2012 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Atlanta, Ga
- I started with the company as a road service supervisor and, for the past six years, I have served as the service manager
- In this role, I have overseen the entire service department, which includes the shop, the road service department, and the wrecker service
- My responsibilities have included assisting with warranty claims for various manufacturers, building strong customer relationships, generating customer service contracts, and collaborating with the accounting department
- I have also been involved in the hiring and firing processes, addressing employee concerns and issues, and attending vendor meetings and seminars
- Throughout my time here, I have developed solid business relationships with a large network of local suppliers and vendors
- Atlanta, Ga
Field Tech Supervisor
Anytime Anywhere Truck Repair
09.2006 - 10.2012
- Company Overview: Atlanta, Ga
- I served as the lead technician and supervisor, specializing in repairing all types of motorized equipment
- It was a small company, but I was keen on advancing my career, which motivated my decision to move on
- Atlanta, Ga
Tech / 2nd Shift Supervisor
Baum Chevrolet
10.2002 - 07.2006
- I served as the lead technician and supervisor, specializing in repairing all types of motorized equipment
- It was a small company, but I was keen on advancing my career, which motivated my decision to move on
Education
ASE certification - Automotive/Diesel
UTI of Chicago
07.2002
High School Diploma - undefined
Clinton High School
05.2000
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft word
- Tremble (TMT) Maintenance software
Timeline
Regional Maintenance Manager
Hansen & Adkins Auto Transport
04.2024 - Current
Service Manager
Instant Response Truck Repair
10.2012 - 01.2024
Field Tech Supervisor
Anytime Anywhere Truck Repair
09.2006 - 10.2012
Tech / 2nd Shift Supervisor
Baum Chevrolet
10.2002 - 07.2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Clinton High School
ASE certification - Automotive/Diesel
UTI of Chicago
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