Michael Paramore
Tampa,United States
Summary
Hardworking Transportation professional maintains tight schedules, secure loads and meet customer demands in high-volume environments. Good communicator and planner with analytical and critical thinking skills. Current Florida license and clean driving record. Adaptable Driving Instructor bringing a proven history of student success and satisfaction demonstrated over 7 years in related roles. Attentive Pilot with over 130 hours of flight experience while looking to more training and opportunities along the way to bring me to my ultimate goal of flying for the airlines.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driving Instructor
The Motor Enclave
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Organized and conducted driving lessons for new drivers, teaching basic operations of a vehicle.
- Provided feedback to students on their performance and provided advice on areas needing improvement.
- Evaluated student's progress during each lesson and documented results in reports.
Exotic Car Transporter
McLaren Tampa Bay
Pinellas Park, FL
06.2020 - Current
- Greeted customers and addressed their needs in a professional manner.
- Loaded vehicles securely onto car transporter trailer utilizing winch, wheel straps, and chains.
- Inspected vehicle for damage prior to loading and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Drove long distances in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
- Maintained cleanliness of both the cab and trailer of car transporter.
- Completed daily paperwork accurately and submitted on time to supervisor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections ensuring all safety related items were in proper working order.
- Delivered vehicles safely and efficiently while adhering to delivery deadlines.
- Verified that all cargo was properly secured before transporting it to its destination.
Service Advisor
Bert Smith International
Pinellas Park, FL
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Greeted customers and addressed their needs in a professional manner.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair costs, labor times and parts prices to customers.
- Maintained records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for service work to be performed on vehicles.
- Inspected vehicles for needed repairs or maintenance services and advised customers accordingly.
- Reviewed completed service orders to ensure that all work was done correctly, according to dealership standards.
- Explained the features and benefits of products or services offered by the dealership to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient and courteous manner.
- Prepared invoices for services rendered and collected payments from customers.
- Ensured that all customer inquiries were handled promptly and accurately.
Operations Manager
Pinnacle Automotive
Pinellas Park, FL
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
Parts Delivery Driver
Fleet Products
Clearwater, FL
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Delivered parts to customers in a timely manner.
- Organized and inventoried parts for delivery.
- Loaded and unloaded parts from delivery truck.
- Checked orders for accuracy prior to delivery.
- Maintained records of deliveries, including customer signatures.
- Verified that invoices were accurate before leaving the warehouse.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to loading.
- Followed all safety regulations while operating company vehicle.
Racecar Technician
Hendricks Motorsports
Sanford, FL
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Organized and coordinated crew schedules to maximize productivity.
- Inspected parts and components prior to installation or use.
- Organized and managed racing events, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
- Analyzed competitor strategies in order to develop effective marketing plans for each event.
Tire Technician
Reeves Import Motorcars
Tampa, FL
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Inspected tires for defects and wear, measured tread depth and determined need for replacement.
- Replaced worn tires with new ones of the same size and type.
- Balanced wheels using electronic machines to ensure even tire wear.
- Repaired punctures in tubeless tires by patching or plugging holes with rubber materials.
- Rotated tires and reset tire pressure monitoring systems.
- Aligned vehicle wheels according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed minor repairs, such as valve stem replacements, on customer vehicles' tires.
- Provided advice to customers regarding proper maintenance of their vehicle's tires.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times, including disposing of used parts properly in accordance with safety regulations.
Lot Porter
Reeves Import Motorcars
Tampa, FL
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with parking needs.
- Inspected vehicles for damage, completed paperwork, and reported any issues to the supervisor.
- Organized car keys and kept them secure at all times.
- Operated motor vehicles as needed to move cars around the lot or transport customers.
- Verified customer identification before releasing vehicles from the lot.
- Performed routine maintenance such as checking tire pressure, oil levels, and fluids.
- Cleaned interiors of returned vehicles using appropriate cleaning supplies and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School
Tampa, FL05-2015
Commercial Pilot - Pilot And Flight Crew
St Pete Air
St Petersburg, FL Skills
- Roadside Safety Knowledge
- Student Records Management
- Traffic Law Mastery
- Skill Development
- Route Planning
- Basic Vehicle Safety
- Good Judgment
- Pre-Flight Checks
- Checklists Understanding
- Navigation
- Flight Planning
- Crew Resource Management
- Documentation Skills
- Emergency Response
- Crew Management
- Maintenance Coordination
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organization
- Continuous Improvements
Affiliations
- Pilot
- Racecar Driver
- Photographer
- Videographer
Certification
- Private Pilot
Websites
Timeline
Driving Instructor
The Motor Enclave
08.2023 - Current
Exotic Car Transporter
McLaren Tampa Bay
06.2020 - Current
Service Advisor
Bert Smith International
12.2019 - 06.2020
Operations Manager
Pinnacle Automotive
07.2018 - 12.2019
Parts Delivery Driver
Fleet Products
04.2018 - 07.2018
Racecar Technician
Hendricks Motorsports
01.2018 - 04.2018
Tire Technician
Reeves Import Motorcars
11.2016 - 01.2018
Lot Porter
Reeves Import Motorcars
06.2014 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School
Commercial Pilot - Pilot And Flight Crew
St Pete Air
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