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Paul Kennedy

Summary

Knowledgeable automotive professional with background servicing both foreign and domestic vehicles. Experienced in servicing engines, brakes, and suspension components for diverse makes and models. Frequently commended for work quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Painter

J.K. Construction
04.2020 - 07.2023
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Estimated contracts of interior and exterior dwellings for owner.
  • Maintained a demanding work schedule, while supervising 1-2 employees
  • Acquired all necessary materials and tools prior to starting job
  • Completed jobs from start to finish within required deadlines

Sales Associate

Surf And Turf Roofing
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Support lead generation activities, conduct cold calling, and travel to and from customer sites to identify their needs and close sales.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Owner/Operator

Painting By PJ LLC
01.2014 - 11.2019
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Reviewed pre-construction plans, implemented strategies and oversaw operations of 4 full time and 1 part time employees.

Speed Circuit

Dino LoDico
09.2012 - 01.2014
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
  • Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
  • Completed ground up engine performance builds on multiple different platforms

Education

High School Diploma -

Ocean City High School
Ocean City, NJ
2022

Skills

  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Optimizing Engine Performance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Wiring repairs
  • Engine Rebuilds
  • Time Management
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Timeline

Lead Painter

J.K. Construction
04.2020 - 07.2023

Sales Associate

Surf And Turf Roofing
11.2019 - 04.2020

Owner/Operator

Painting By PJ LLC
01.2014 - 11.2019

Speed Circuit

Dino LoDico
09.2012 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Ocean City High School
Paul Kennedy