Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Patrick Meagher

St Petersburg,FL

Summary

Started career as an entry level automotive lube technician and progressed to heavy line technician. After 18 years, made the challenging transition to service advisor and excelled at customer service. A strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and years of varied experience have given me a unique perspective and made me an effective manager.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Advisor

Westshore Mazda
03.2021 - Current
  • Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales targets by upselling relevant products/services when appropriate.
  • Increased repeat business, establishing rapport and trust with customers through attentive listening and clear communication.
  • Assisted in training new Service Advisors, sharing best practices for effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborated with parts department to expedite necessary repairs, minimizing downtime for customers'' vehicles.

Store Manager

David’s World Cycle
10.2018 - 03.2021
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.

Service Manager

Courtesy Hyundai
09.2017 - 09.2018

.

  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships.
  • Managed the assets of the department to minimize waste.
  • Exceeded company objectives with year over year growth in customer pay dollars .
  • Maintained customer satisfaction scores that met or exceeded manufacturers expectations
  • Successfully handled dissatisfied customers and retained them as loyal clients
  • Negotiated with outside vendors to obtain best value for their services.
  • Formulated marketing plans to increase business.
  • Encouraged employees to providenew ideas for improcement and feedback on shop morale.
  • Ensured all shop equipment met safety and certification standards.

Service Lane Manager

Courtesy Hyundai
04.2015 - 10.2017
  • Supervised and assisted service advisors in their daily tasks.
  • Effectively handled dissatisfied customers.
  • Monitored open recalls launched by manufacturer.
  • Managed service advisors work in process to ensure repair orders were closed in a timely manner.
  • Scheduled and executed service valets for customers with luxury line vehicles.
  • Prepared estimates on Certified Pre Owned Vehicles for Pre-Owned managers.

Service Advisor

Hyundai Of Wesley Chapel
03.2007 - 04.2015
  • Answered customer questions about services and explained the charges that were involved.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and clients and asked open-ended questions to better determine their needs.
  • Suggested add-on services that would be helpful to customers and improve the bottom line.
  • Handled customer issues with confidence, utilizing technical  experience and training to ensure effective resolution.
  • Learned, referenced, and applied product knowledge information.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.

Service advisor

Courtesy Hyundai
11.2005 - 04.2007

Technician

Tuffy Auto Service Centers
09.2003 - 11.2005

Education

GED -

Orange County public schools
Orlando, FL

Skills

  • Strategic business planning
  • Working knowledge of Excel, Office, and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge of CDK/ADP
  • Customer service management
  • Conflict resolution among customers and employees
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Timeline management
  • Relationship building
  • Operations management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Employee scheduling and payroll
  • Operating within budget parameters
  • Automative technician specializing in heavy line repairs

Certification

Hyundai Expert Service Manager Certified

Hyundai Platinum Service Advisor Certified

Genesis Certified

Equus Certified

Accomplishments

    2013 Hyundai Regional Winner, Customer Skills Competition-Atlanta, Georgia.

    2014 Hyundai National Champion, Customer Skills Competition-Fountain Valley, California .

    2014 Hyundai World Finalist, Customer Skills Competition.-Seoul, Korea

Timeline

Service Advisor

Westshore Mazda
03.2021 - Current

Store Manager

David’s World Cycle
10.2018 - 03.2021

Service Manager

Courtesy Hyundai
09.2017 - 09.2018

Service Lane Manager

Courtesy Hyundai
04.2015 - 10.2017

Service Advisor

Hyundai Of Wesley Chapel
03.2007 - 04.2015

Service advisor

Courtesy Hyundai
11.2005 - 04.2007

Technician

Tuffy Auto Service Centers
09.2003 - 11.2005

GED -

Orange County public schools
Patrick Meagher