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Sarah Ball

Knoxville,TN

Summary

Meticulously organized Parts Expert with comprehensive knowledge of thousands of Automotive, Diesel, Powersports, Lawn and Garden, Heavy Equipment parts and range of uses in numerous circumstances. Reliable source for customers of varying needs. Customer-centric and service-minded employee with approachability and outward-facing patience and generosity.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Parts Specialist

Knoxville Powersports
11.2023 - Current

-Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.

-Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.

-Collaborated with service technicians to identify required parts for repairs, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.

-Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.

-Ordered parts for customers, repair shop and sales department for use in lawnmowers and powersports equipment.

-Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.

-Provided training to new team members on best practices in parts management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.

Diesel Mechanic

Meridian Waste
09.2022 - 11.2023

-Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.

-Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.

-Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.

-Disassembled and repaired diesel engines in roll off trucks, hook trucks, and automobiles.

-Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.

-Engine rebuilds/work, Trans swaps/rebuilds, Tire work, Brake jobs, Cable replacements, welding, fabricating.

Commercial Parts Professional

Advance Auto Parts
04.2019 - 03.2022

-Supported management with financial reporting tasks to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting for the department.

-Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent supply of high-quality products at competitive prices.

-Created, built and maintained professional customer relationships.

-Assisted customers by responding to complaints and offering updates on back-ordered parts.

-Achieved exceptional reputation for quality parts and service by proactively identifying defects and returning rejected items to suppliers.

-Coordinated logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery of products while minimizing transportation costs.

Education

No Degree - Web Design

Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN

Skills

    -Sales support

    -Parts identification

    -Customer service

    -Ordering parts

    -Verbal and written communication

    -Problem-solving skills

    -Email communication

    -Clean driving record

    -Proficient in Adobe

    -Parts department organization

Timeline

Parts Specialist

Knoxville Powersports
11.2023 - Current

Diesel Mechanic

Meridian Waste
09.2022 - 11.2023

Commercial Parts Professional

Advance Auto Parts
04.2019 - 03.2022

No Degree - Web Design

Pellissippi State Community College