Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Ryan Boatner

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Knowledgeable and dedicated customer service professional with extensive experience in automotive industry. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Vehicle Inspector

Backlot Cars/ Open Lane
Knoxville, TN
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducted in-depth inspections of vehicles to identify damage, missing parts and mechanical issues.
  • Prepared reports on vehicles' condition after inspection and submitted to supervisor.
  • Evaluated vehicles for damage, assessed functionality and determined roadworthiness.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Senior Wholsale Advocate/ Vehicle Condition Assess

Carvana
Lenoir City, TN
08.2022 - 04.2023

Responsibilities included communicating and acquiring vehicles from customer residence or via drop off. Perform thorough vehicle inspections, including photographs and videos, and create a listing on an online auction platform. Maintain and monitor inventory and sales metrics.

Customer Advocate II

Carvana
02.2018 - 04.2023
  • Perform daily vehicle inspections and customer vehicle deliveries.
  • Documented customer concerns and inquiry resolutions in internal tools.
  • Listened to customers in actively to assess issues and provide accurate information.
  • Accessed multiple databases to investigate customer questions and concerns.

Lot Technician

DriveTime
10.2014 - 12.2017
  • Kept facilities clean, neat and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
  • Responded to customer requests efficiently and with knowledgeable assistance.
  • Moved cars around lot to increase space efficiency.
  • Worked with local vendors for vehicle repairs.
  • Transport vehicles to and from other DriveTime locations.

Line Technician

Ted Russell Ford
05.2011 - 10.2014
  • Diagnosed and completed warranty and customer pay repair orders.
  • Performed minor and major repairs on vehicles.
  • Documented all operations and managed communication with team members.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Lot Manager/ Digital Media

Rick McGill"s Airport Toyota
Knoxville, TN
08.2024 - Current
  • Achieved and maintained pristine condition of automobiles on lot and in showroom.
  • Managed relationships with transportation providers for timely delivery of new vehicles to the lot, reducing idle time before sale or lease initiation.
  • Upheld strict quality control standards by inspecting incoming vehicles thoroughly for damage or defects prior to placing them on the lot.
  • Increased vehicle turnover rate with proactive management of aging inventory and timely price adjustments.

Education

Diploma -

Knoxville Catholic
Knoxville, TN
05.1999

Skills

  • Efficient and Detail-Oriented
  • Team-Oriented and Cooperative
  • Complex Product Knowledge
  • Excellent Attention to Detail
  • Data Entry and Maintenance
  • Tennessee Notary Public (expiration 4/29/2026)

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Customer Advocate of the month by completing all assignments with accuracy and efficiency.

Timeline

Lot Manager/ Digital Media

Rick McGill"s Airport Toyota
08.2024 - Current

Vehicle Inspector

Backlot Cars/ Open Lane
10.2023 - Current

Senior Wholsale Advocate/ Vehicle Condition Assess

Carvana
08.2022 - 04.2023

Customer Advocate II

Carvana
02.2018 - 04.2023

Lot Technician

DriveTime
10.2014 - 12.2017

Line Technician

Ted Russell Ford
05.2011 - 10.2014

Diploma -

Knoxville Catholic
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