Kyle Keller
Stevens,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented Reconditioning Associate with expertise in vehicle inspections and cleaning. Skilled in ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing workflow efficiency through collaboration and training. Proven ability to manage cleaning operations and apply effective techniques for vehicle restoration, contributing to high customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and quality in all tasks while supporting team objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Reconditioning Associate
Alvin's recon
Manheim, PA
03.2021 - 09.2026
- Conducted thorough inspections of used vehicles to identify damage and required reconditioning, contributing to overall vehicle quality and customer satisfaction.
- Inspected materials for quality, identifying areas for repair or refurbishment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline reconditioning processes, ensuring timely and efficient workflow.
- Trained new associates on reconditioning techniques and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable and compliant team.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during the reconditioning process.
- Followed company guidelines for hazardous material handling during product processing.
- Repaired minor dents, scratches and chips on vehicle exteriors using body fillers and sandpaper.
- Utilized power tools like drills, grinders and saws to perform reconditioning tasks safely.
- Applied waxes to protect paint finishes from corrosion and weathering.
- Cleaned and detailed interior and exterior of vehicles, including windows, wheels, carpets, upholstery, bumpers and engine compartments.
- Inspected tires for wear and punctures; replaced damaged tires.
- Removed dirt build-up from air conditioning vents using compressed air cans.
- Polished chrome surfaces to a mirror-like finish using special polishing compounds.
- Welcomed customers upon arrival to create a friendly atmosphere. and supplied service-level options and pricing, including promotional and membership information.
- Maintained vacuums, pressure washers and equipment for car wash and self-service areas.
- Operated vacuum cleaners to thoroughly clean vehicle interiors. and buffers to clean interior of vehicles.
- Washed vehicle exteriors, detailed interior and applied external sealant or polish.
- Used scrapers, brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants, insecticides, acid, abrasives, vacuums and hoses to clean and protect interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Inspected parts, equipment and vehicles for cleanliness, damage and compliance with standards or regulations.
Education
Carpentry
CTC
Manheim, PA01-2021
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Quality assurance
- Upholstery reconditioning
- Power tools operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous material handling
- Interior and exterior cleaning
- Stain removal
- Parts ordering
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Time management
- Electrical systems
- Stain removal
- Customer service
- Transaction processing
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Reconditioning Associate
Alvin's recon
03.2021 - 09.2026
Carpentry
CTC