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Robert Keator

Clover,SC

Summary

Management professional bringing an extensive automotive background, leadership talents and a focus on performance. Continuously reviews work to identify areas of opportunity. Focused on enhancing safety and quality control workflows and procedures to maximize team success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

North East, South East and Canadian Regional Service Manager

4Wheel Parts
01.2016 - Current
  • Oversee all shop employee matters in the North East, South East and Canada (including but not limited to hiring, dismissal, scheduling, safety meetings, shop inventory, etc.) as well as oversee installations to ensure conformity to work order and safety standards
  • Also, responsible for consulting with manufacturers/vendors regarding installation issues for new products/vehicle models
  • Along with assuring that all shops are running with profitability through out each month.

Canadian Regional Service Integration Manager

4Wheel Parts
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Oversee all shop employee matters in Canada (including but not limited to hiring, dismissal, scheduling, safety meetings, shop inventory, etc.) as well as oversee installations to ensure conformity to work order and safety standards
  • Also, responsible for consulting with manufacturers/vendors regarding installation issues for new products/vehicle models.

Service Manager

4Wheel Parts
Houston, Texas
01.2001 - 01.2015
  • Oversee all shop employee matters (including but not limited to hiring, dismissal, scheduling, safety meetings, shop inventory, etc.) as well as oversee installations to ensure conformity to work order and safety standards
  • Also, responsible for consulting with manufacturers/vendors regarding installation issues for new products/vehicle models.

Installation Technician

4Wheel Parts
Houston, Texas
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Responsible for installation of suspension/drive train kits, and mechanical/electrical/visual aftermarket accessories.

Automotive Technician

Kleb Auto
Spring, Texas
01.1992 - 01.1997
  • Responsible for diagnosis and repair of customers’ vehicles
  • Responsibilities later increased to include body work and painting of vehicles.

Education

Associate Degree Automotive Technology/Occupational Studies, Automotive Engine and Repair, Performance and Drivability, Fuel and Ignition Systems, Powertrain, Chassis and Brakes, Custom Engine Rebuilding, Preventative Maintenance, Automatic Transmissions, Advanced Diagnostic Systems, Electronic Systems and Technology, Climate Control, and Hydraulic Applications -

Universal Technical Institute
01.1996

High School Diploma, Focus on required/standard courses in addition to Automotive Technology, Advanced Automotive Technology and Welding -

Klein High School
01.1993

Skills

  • Safety Processes
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Purchasing Parts and Inventory
  • Performance Management
  • Territory Management
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

North East, South East and Canadian Regional Service Manager

4Wheel Parts
01.2016 - Current

Canadian Regional Service Integration Manager

4Wheel Parts
01.2015 - 01.2016

Service Manager

4Wheel Parts
01.2001 - 01.2015

Installation Technician

4Wheel Parts
01.1997 - 01.2001

Automotive Technician

Kleb Auto
01.1992 - 01.1997

Associate Degree Automotive Technology/Occupational Studies, Automotive Engine and Repair, Performance and Drivability, Fuel and Ignition Systems, Powertrain, Chassis and Brakes, Custom Engine Rebuilding, Preventative Maintenance, Automatic Transmissions, Advanced Diagnostic Systems, Electronic Systems and Technology, Climate Control, and Hydraulic Applications -

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma, Focus on required/standard courses in addition to Automotive Technology, Advanced Automotive Technology and Welding -

Klein High School

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