Looking to progress and expand upon the current career sets, outside of the automotive field. A personable and motivated individual willing to learn new skills and succeed within a team-based setting.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Sales Consultant
Switch Solar LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023
Prepared analyses of customer's current and projected electrical usage, demonstrating financial return on investment via new system introduction
Proposed commercial sustainability practices and solar lighting installations, reducing energy costs and environmental impact over 20%
Discussed solar benefits with customers and drew comparisons with power company rates and drawbacks
Produced quotes, proposals and contracts as part of sales process
Gathered information from prospective customers to identify solar energy needs
Generated solar energy customer leads to develop new accounts
Followed-up with warm prospects to deepen connections and convert leads
Prepared or reviewed detailed design drawings, specifications or lists related to solar installations
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
Heavy-Line Mechanic II
City of Tempe Fleet Services
01.2013 - 09.2022
In addition to basic responsibilities listed under previous roles, this position requires working within strict timeframes and problem solve complex issues within automotive and heavy-line diesel vehicles
This can include working with commercial and O.E.M diagnostic equipment and tools
Also requires being both heavy crane, and forklift certified, with ability to move large capacity loads and machinery within OSHA safety standards, as well as perform heavy duty hydraulics cylinder and line replacements while working within those same standards of safety.
Selected hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments according to task requirements.
Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
Read and understood technical drawings, schematics, and manuals in order to make accurate updates.
Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
Service Worker II
City of Tempe Fleet Services
01.2007 - 01.2013
Regular responsibilities included repair and maintenance of Tempe Fleet pool vehicles, PD squad cars, learning and operating specialized machinery while maintaining attention to detail and high safety (OSHA) standards
Additional responsibilities included assisting in providing training to new and temporary hires how properly follow fleets regulation, complete preventative maintenance (PM) checklists and educate on vehicle inspection standards along with educating on various other construction and maintenance equipment as needed
Expected to operate machinery specialized for tire and rim replacements, as well commercial diagnostic equipment including but not limited to A/C, cooling, transmission fluid replacement machines, electrical oscilloscopes, fuel pressure gauges
Took the initiative to learn from heavy-line mechanic II’s to learn additional skills.
Tire & Oil Technician
Fleet Services by Automotive Consultants
01.2006 - 01.2007
Responsible for proper inspection repair and changing of worn and or damaged tires
Regularly performed 70-point inspections and commercial fleet oil changes to keep units safe for frequent on-road use
Attention to detail required while responsible for cleaning and detailing of vehicles before discharge for further use.
Education
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering And Production
Conservatory For Recording Arts & Sciences
Gilbert
12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc
Avondale, AZ
12.2007
Skills
Learn Skills Fast & On Job easily
Technology based skillsets
Mac & Windows familiarity
Diagnostic troubleshooting mindset
Comfortable explaining complex mechanical issues to all knowledge levels
Self-Starter
Ability to understand when help is needed, and will ask unabashedly
Warm Calling
Energy Efficiency
Professional Relationships
Converting Leads
Solar Energy Product Recommendations
Timeline
Solar Sales Consultant
Switch Solar LLC
11.2022 - 06.2023
Heavy-Line Mechanic II
City of Tempe Fleet Services
01.2013 - 09.2022
Service Worker II
City of Tempe Fleet Services
01.2007 - 01.2013
Tire & Oil Technician
Fleet Services by Automotive Consultants
01.2006 - 01.2007
Associate of Arts - Audio Engineering And Production
Conservatory For Recording Arts & Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc
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