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Rafael Solis

Newburgh

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in branch operations management at Service Tire Truck Centers. Proven track record in enhancing customer service and optimizing inventory control. Skilled in effective workload management and team supervision, fostering a collaborative environment that drives performance and satisfaction. Bilingual in Spanish, enhancing communication with diverse clientele.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Tire Technician

Custom Bandag Inc.
01.2025 - Current
  • Inflated tires to prescribed PSI per load requirements to optimize tire safety.
  • Maximized efficiency by coordinating changing and rotating of tires.
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
  • Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Used shop machinery to balance tires and align vehicles for optimal performance.
  • Evaluated tire tread depth and air pressure to verify proper tire inflation.

Branch Manager

Service Tire Truck Centers
09.2021 - 01.2025
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 10 employees.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
  • Complied with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
  • Completed weekly payroll for 10 employees.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.

Service Manager

Service Tire Truck Centers
09.2017 - 09.2021
  • Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift
  • changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Monitored team performance, adhered to service level agreements (SLAs) and provided detailed job training.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Implemented strategies to increase customer service satisfaction ratings.
  • Monitored service staff performance and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Quoted Customers

Commercial Tire Technician

Service Tire Truck Centers
01.2013 - 09.2017

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  • Maintained and managed tire and hardware inventory with regular stock assessments.
  • Repaired punctures by locating leaks, removing embedded objects, and patching holes.
  • Assisted team by keeping shop tidy, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Utilized specialized tools and equipment to safely remove and install tires.
  • Tested tires for wear, balance and overall condition.
  • Educated customers about tire maintenance, repair and replacement.
  • Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
  • Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
  • Used shop machinery to balance tires and align vehicles for optimal performance.


Education

High School Diploma -

Newburgh Free Academy
Newburgh, NY

Skills

  • Effective workload management
  • Security and safety protocols
  • Branch operations management
  • Customer service
  • Shift scheduling
  • Interviewing and hiring
  • Safety protocol
  • Proficient in MS office
  • Team supervision
  • inventory control
  • Profit and loss management
  • Sales planning
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Customer relationships
  • Performance reviews
  • Proficient in Spanish communication

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Commercial Tire Technician

Custom Bandag Inc.
01.2025 - Current

Branch Manager

Service Tire Truck Centers
09.2021 - 01.2025

Service Manager

Service Tire Truck Centers
09.2017 - 09.2021

Commercial Tire Technician

Service Tire Truck Centers
01.2013 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Newburgh Free Academy