Rustin Miller
Summary
Proven leader and skilled mechanic, adept in business operations and customer service, significantly enhanced Millers Garage's client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Leveraged expertise in complete auto repair and inventory management, achieving notable cost savings. Collaborates effectively across teams, ensuring safety and quality standards are surpassed.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Owner, Head Mechanic
Millers Garage
11.2013 - Current
- Maintained accurate financial records, including sales reports, expense tracking, and budget management.
- Developed loyal customer base by consistently delivering high-quality products and personalized service.
- Addressed customer complaints effectively, resolving issues quickly to maintain overall satisfaction levels among clientele.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, ensuring optimal stock availability and minimizing overhead costs.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for exclusive access to new products or preferential buying terms.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
- Maintained extensive knowledge of automotive industry developments, staying up-to-date with new technologies and techniques to optimize service offerings.
- Arranged for customer billing by determining charges for services requested and collecting deposits or payments.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Maintenance Mechanic
National Parks Service
03.2012 - 11.2013
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve pressing maintenance challenges in a timely manner.
- Contributed to cost savings, sourcing high-quality replacement parts at competitive prices from reliable suppliers.
- Assisted in the design and installation of new equipment, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Maintenance Mechanic
Rust Constructors ,LB&B Associate's
04.2001 - 03.2012
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex mechanical issues for efficient resolution.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Performed preventive and regular maintenance on systems.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Led team in emergency repair situations, restoring functionality to critical machinery with minimal downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
Education
Automotive Mechanics
ASE
Online Course04.2018
Asbestos,certification
Asbestos Training
Fort Leonard Wood, MO2005
High School Diploma -
Houston R1 Schools
Houston, MO1996
Carpentry, Hvac,Building Maintenance
Mountain Grove High School, Tech School
Mountain Grove, MO1996
Skills
- Business Operations
- Marketing experience
- Store maintenance
- Complete auto repair
- Air Conditioning
- Mechanical
- Suspension and drivetrain
- Customer service
- Welding Fabricating
- Quick books
- Ordering of parts
- Billing
- Inventory
- Day to day operations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of Houston Chamber Of Commerce.
- Volunteer for 3 years as a active board member and 3 years as president
Certification
ASE Certified .Hvac automotive systems certified,
ASE certified mechanic
Complete ASE certification in drivetrain, engine and transmission,hvac,drivability
Timeline
Shop Owner, Head Mechanic
Millers Garage
11.2013 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic
National Parks Service
03.2012 - 11.2013
Maintenance Mechanic
Rust Constructors ,LB&B Associate's
04.2001 - 03.2012
Automotive Mechanics
ASE
Asbestos,certification
Asbestos Training
High School Diploma -
Houston R1 Schools
Carpentry, Hvac,Building Maintenance
Mountain Grove High School, Tech School
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