KEVIN WHITE
Austin,TX
Summary
I am a recently transitioned Army Veteran; I served as a Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic for over 7 years at two locations, Fort Hood, TX, and Fort Carson, CO. I spent much of my time as a Team Leader over 10 team members. I deployed 3 times overseas, where I perfected my skills in communication, delegation, and team management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager/Cashier
GNC (General Nutrition Centers)
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Supervised and trained a team of three employees as Manager, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Managed employee schedules, optimizing shift coverage to support operational needs.
- Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring excellent customer service and satisfaction.
- Increased sales by promoting and selling membership options to potential clients, driving commission-based incentives.
- Conducted inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
- Enhanced customer supplement and wellness choices by providing personalized fitness and nutrition advice.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
U.S Army
Fort Carson, Colorado
07.2017 - 07.2024
- Served 7 years as wheeled vehicle mechanic in U.S. Army, maintaining and servicing diesel-fueled military equipment, ensuring operational readiness through oil changes, wheel changes, battery replacements, and lubrication.
- Maintained and repaired diesel-powered tactical vehicles and trailers by performing preventive maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting.
- Performed scheduled services including oil changes, lubrication, battery replacement, wheel and tire replacement, filter replacement, and fluid servicing.
- Completed major mechanical repairs including engine replacements, alternator replacement, engine control module (ECM) replacement, hydraulic system repairs, and fuel line replacement.
- Conducted annual and five-year trailer inspections and maintenance in accordance with Army Technical Manuals (TMs).
- Diagnosed mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and fuel system failures using technical manuals, diagnostic procedures, and specialized tools.
- Maintained operational readiness by completing repairs safely, accurately, and within Army maintenance standards.
- Held accountability for over $350,000 in equipment with 0% loss or damage.
- Managed team of 4 leaders and 40 team members as Platoon Sergeant, overseeing operations and performance to enhance unit effectiveness.
- Coordinated tasks for team of 10 soldiers, ensuring effective collaboration and mission success.
- Supervised and evaluated performance of 5 soldiers monthly, promoting accountability and facilitating personal development.
Front Desk Associate
Angleton Recreational Center
Angleton, TX
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Facilitated setup of 10+ memberships daily, helping customers familiarize with amenities at Angleton Recreation Center.
- Guided customers on safety measures, enhancing their overall experience.
- Transitioned to lifeguard role, ensuring patron safety and preventing accidents during peak swim hours.
Education
Bachelor - Sociology
University Of North Texas Dallas
Dallas, Texas07-2027
Skills
- Customer service
- Shift scheduling
- Front desk operations
- Inventory management
- Operational oversight
- Team management
- Staff training
- Dispute resolution
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Listening skills
- Staff development
INTERESTS
Weight Training, Nutrition, Psychology, Mental Health, Diesel Mechanic
Timeline
Manager/Cashier
GNC (General Nutrition Centers)
06.2024 - 09.2024
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic
U.S Army
07.2017 - 07.2024
Front Desk Associate
Angleton Recreational Center
11.2016 - 07.2017
Bachelor - Sociology
University Of North Texas Dallas