Michael Carlson
Irondale,AL
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in automotive and warehouse operations, notably at Vulcan Tire and Flex N Gate. Excelled in tire installation, balancing, and safety procedures, enhancing customer satisfaction and workplace efficiency. Demonstrated punctuality and a strong ability to learn, contributing to team success and operational improvements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tire Technician/Oil Change Technician
Vulcan Tire
06.2024 - Current
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire services.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
- Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of tires and related components.
- Performed Brake pad/Brake rotor maintenance/replacement as needed
Hood Tech/Tire Technician
TAMERON Hyundai
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire services.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of [Number]-point inspection.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
Forklift Operator
Flex N Gate
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Hood Tech/Pit Technician
Express Oil Change
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Promoted a positive work environment by adhering to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting regular pit inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay up-to-date with industry best practices and new technologies relevant to the role.
- Contributed to environmental compliance, conducting regular site inspections, and addressing potential issues promptly.
- Changed/replaced engine oil plug as well as engine oil filter
- Recommended Brakepads/Brake rotors
- Recommended tires as needed
- Greased front and rear ends as needed
- Checked fluid levels on front,center,rear chunks
Plumbing Apprentice
Plumb One
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers.
- Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Has basic knowedge of excel spreadsheet
Education
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School
Hoover, AL05-2019
Skills
- Tire installation
- Tire mounting
- Tire balancing
- Wheel balancing
- Punctuality
- Facility cleaning
- Safety procedures
- Air compressor operation
- Torque wrench operation
Timeline
Tire Technician/Oil Change Technician
Vulcan Tire
06.2024 - Current
Hood Tech/Tire Technician
TAMERON Hyundai
02.2024 - 06.2024
Forklift Operator
Flex N Gate
09.2022 - 02.2024
Hood Tech/Pit Technician
Express Oil Change
11.2021 - 05.2023
Plumbing Apprentice
Plumb One
03.2020 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School
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