Proactive, customer-focused autoglass master with 39 years of experience in shop management, installations, calibrations, sales, account growth, account retention, customer service, and training autoglass apprentices in installation and calibration. Areas of installation expertise include both foreign and domestic vehicles including hot rods, RV's, antique, and exotic cars. Management style builds a positive environment for shop team and apprentice installers.
Performed installations and calibrations on both foreign and domestic vehicles. Trained new apprentices in installations and calibrations. Cut and installed laminated glass for earth movers. Assisted in the day-to-day operations of the shop.
Coordinated installations, calibrations, supply orders and repairs alongside manager to ensure efficiency. Managed the day-to-day challenge of a changing schedule and exceeding customer expectations. Employed de-escalation strategies such as: reflective listening, empathy, and offering practical solutions.
Determined and organized schedules for ten employees according to daily work activities based on work priority. Trained installers, monitored work levels, and reviewed work performance. Monitored tool and part inventories placing orders as needed. Communicated effectively in a positive and professional manner with all customers and employees. Maintained and increased client base to 127 accounts throughout Ventura and Northern Los Angeles County by providing excellent customer service.
Collaborated with owner to develop, create, and grow new autoglass division of residential / commercial glass shop. Hired and trained new autoglass installers. Achieved $50K in monthly sales within first year of operation.
Completed autoglass apprenticeship focusing on all aspects of auto glass installation and shop management. Managed a shop employing four installers, while completing an average of 8-10 installations within a 30 mile radius.