Michael Travis Walters
West End,North Carolina
Summary
Automotive technician with over a decade of experience, bringing advanced expertise in mechanical and electrical diagnostics across diesel, hybrid, electric, and gasoline-powered vehicles. Known for a highly analytical approach to problem-solving and a consistent track record of completing work efficiently and accurately. Strong collaboration skills while also excelling in independent work environments. Adaptable and growth-oriented, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Proven customer relations, organizational, and mechanical skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Technician
Southern Pines Chevrolet, GMC
Southern Pines, North Carolina
08.2011 - Current
- Perform diagnostics on vehicles to determine the underlying cause of the issue
- Complete all necessary repairs to customer vehicles including but not limited to, preventative maintenance, wiring/electrical, brakes/hydraulic systems, transmission and engine overhaul/replacement, HVAC, steering and suspension
- Conduct Safety Inspections, Emissions Inspections, and Federal DOT Inspections
- Manage time and work load daily to ensure business and customer needs are met and completed efficiently
- Utilize a scan tool daily to verify parameters of any given system
- Communicate daily with customers and co-workers to obtain and relay information regarding the concern with the vehicle
- Identify safety concerns of any given vehicle
- Evaluate and quote all labor components as it pertains to a job
Machinist
Eddie Key’s Performance/Machine Shop
Lumberton, North Carolina
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Reconditioned cylinder heads, overhauled engines, and differentials
- Welded and fabricated components for performance vehicles
- Installed electrical components for performance vehicles
Concrete Finisher
MW Perfection Concrete
Raeford, North Carolina
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Formed areas to prepare ground for concrete (this included digging, measuring, setting boards, and rebar)
- Assisted in pouring and finishing concrete
- Completed various projects that included stamped and decorative concrete
Education
Diploma - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute
Mooresville, North Carolina03-2010
Skills
- Multitasker
- Dependable
- Strong communicator
- Self-efficient
- Meticulous
- Goal-oriented
- Creative
- Competitive
Objective
To secure the Regional Sales Manager (Eastern Region) position and leverage my entrepreneurial spirit, strong relationship-building skills and extensive mechanical expertise to strengthen partnerships with existing customers and acquire new customers to create a thriving and sustainable base of clients.
Certification
- ASE Master Certified (A1-A8)
- GM Silver Certified
- NC Auto Safety Inspection
- NC Auto Safety Emissions/OBD Inspection
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Southern Pines Chevrolet, GMC
08.2011 - Current
Machinist
Eddie Key’s Performance/Machine Shop
07.2010 - 08.2011
Concrete Finisher
MW Perfection Concrete
05.2007 - 08.2007
Diploma - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute