RICHARD EALEY
Safelite Auto Glass
Jonesboro,AR
17
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with a diverse background spanning industrial electrical controls, automation, automotive service, logistics, sales, customer support. Skilled in troubleshooting complex problems, learning new technologies, collaborating with teams, and delivering exceptional service to clients. Brings a combination of technical aptitude, mechanical knowledge, leadership experience, and hands-on problem solving abilities. Known for reliability, adaptability, attention to detail, and strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and exceeding expectations in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Safelite Auto Glass Technician
1 Year 8 Months- Repaired chipped windshields using industry-approved resin techniques and safety standards.
- Replaced windshields, side glass, and rear glass with precise fit and finish.
- Calibrated ADAS systems after installations to restore vehicle safety functionality.
- Inspected damage and recommended appropriate repair or replacement solutions.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards and best practices in all tasks performed.
- Trained newer technicians on installation procedures, safety practices, and quality checks.
Control Panel Wiring Technician
6 Years 10 Months- Responsible for the physical assembly, wiring, and testing of control panels for industrial equipment
- Key responsibilities include fabricating controls to print, mounting components to back panels, routing and bundling wires neatly, and ensuring proper operation through testing
- Dimension and layout of back panels and enclosures
- Mounting of components to back panels and enclosures
- Operation of computerized labeling and engraving equipment
- Routing and bundling of wire and cables to meet wiring standards
- Point-to-point wiring of relays, controls, PLCs, I/O Modules, VFDs, Interfaces, and Instrumentation
- Testing panels for proper operation using test equipment
- Troubleshooting panels to eliminate wiring errors and component malfunctions
- Maintaining red line drawing mark-ups for changes during fabrication
- Communicating red line changes to Engineers or Team Leaders for revision
- Traveling to job sites for control panel installation
- Providing support or general assistance as needed
- Installing, setting up, and testing control panels on equipment
- Current
Retail Service Specialist
1 Year- Supported the Store Manager and Assistant Managers in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance, and store operations
- Assume shift management responsibilities in the absence of Assistant or Store Manager
Logistics Supervisor
2 Years- Supervise logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch and proper documentation and procedure control
- Assume shift management responsibilities in the absence of Assistant or Store Manager
Collision Repair Technician
2 Years- Provided customers with individual quotes
- Refreshed inventory daily
- Completed basic collision repair on all vehicles including sanding, buffing, masking, paint preparation, and intensive detailing
Route Sales Representative / Paint & Auto Collision Supplies Sales/ Inside Sales Coordinator
4 Years- Order inventory
- Mix automotive paint
- Provide great customer service to all with any auto collision needs, including but not limited - to shop to shop visits, including sales and troubleshooting, answering phones, special ordering products, and aiding with customers
Education
Certificate - Python Certification
Programming Hub online course
Certificate - Computer Networking Technology
Arkansas State University Technical Center
Associates Degree - Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology
Arkansas State University Technical Center
Diploma
Skills
Customer service
Control panel wiring
Drives
Voltage measurement
Inventory management
Microsoft Word
Technology
Forklift certified
Wire management
Team player
Distribution systems
Time management
Policy and procedure implementation
Strong attention to detail
Electrical wiring
Flexibility
Organizational skills
Communication
Quick learner
UltiMaker Cura software
Troubleshooting
Variable frequency
Welding
Python
Computer
Metal fabrication
Schematic
Power
Route sales
Team leader
Problem-solving skills
Adaptability and
Excellent
3D printing
Mechanical knowledge
Vehicle Recalibration
Windshield installation
Timeline
Safelite Auto Glass Technician
Safelite Auto Glass
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Control Panel Wiring Technician
Automation Outfitters
03.2018 - 01.2025Read More
Retail Service Specialist
O'Reilly's Auto Parts
01.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Logistics Supervisor
Harbor Freight
01.2015 - 01.2017Read More
Collision Repair Technician
Elite Autowerks
01.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Route Sales Representative / Paint & Auto Collision Supplies Sales/ Inside Sales Coordinator
LKQ/Keystone Automotive Industries
01.2010 - 01.2014Read More
Trumann High School
Diploma
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Associates Degree from Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology
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Certificate from Computer Networking Technology
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Certificate from Python Certification
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