Travis Homolka
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Manager offers more than extensive progressive record of accomplishment in leadership roles. Establishes clear guidelines and enforces consistent policies to keep staff satisfied and on-target to achieve important objectives. Excellent relationship-building, multitasking, and decision-making skills.
Motivated professional with several years of experience juggling multiple priorities to keep company running smoothly. Communicative team leader possessing outstanding time management and documentation abilities. Polished in overseeing employee performance and guiding and motivating new talent.
Resourceful Assistant Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include team leadership, operational management, and customer service excellence. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring smooth operations and positive team dynamics.
Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Grand Island, NE
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily operations and store organization.
- Supported team members with product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Maintained inventory levels and conducted stock replenishment activities.
- Trained new employees on sales techniques and store procedures.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues effectively and efficiently.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Assistant Manager
AutoZone
Grand Island, NE
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Assisted in managing daily operations and store organization.
- Supported team members with product knowledge and customer service skills.
- Maintained inventory levels and conducted stock replenishment activities.
- Collaborated with management to improve operational workflows and processes.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Mechanic parts and sales
Torsen forklifts llc
Henderson, NE
01.2006 - 09.2022
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in forklifts using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on various forklift models to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and components for increased efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities for compliance purposes.
- Inspected forklifts to identify potential issues before they became major problems.
- Utilized specialized equipment to rebuild engines and transmissions as needed.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
Mechanic parts and sales
Great plains material handling
Grand Island, NE
01.2001 - 10.2005
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in forklifts using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Performed routine maintenance on various forklift models to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and components for increased efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities for compliance purposes.
- Assisted in training new mechanics on safety protocols and repair techniques.
- Inspected forklifts to identify potential issues before they became major problems.
- Utilized specialized equipment to rebuild engines and transmissions as needed.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Explained technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals who lack technical knowledge.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
- Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
- Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
mechanic parts and sales
Mid plains equipment
Grand Island, Nebraska
08.1998 - 12.2000
- Diagnosed mechanical issues on various forklift models and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance of forklifts.
- Repaired hydraulic systems and components for efficient operation.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex machinery problems.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify faults in electrical systems.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and service history for equipment.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment downtime.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Examined loose bolts and specified safety devices on vehicles and made adjustments.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Consulted with customers regarding service options available based upon their needs.
- Adjusted vehicle components according to specifications utilizing testing equipment such as dynamometers or chassis charts.
- Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for brakes, exhaust and electrical systems.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
Education
Northwest High School
06.2007
Skills
- Team building
- Employee training
- Inventory management
- Sales techniques
- Customer service
- Operational workflow
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Compliance assurance
- Equipment maintenance
- Parts ordering
- Troubleshooting diagnostics
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Vendor relationship management
- Reporting and documenting
- Team motivation
- Customer service and satisfaction
- Strategic planning
- Policy administration
- Operations management
- Employee engagement
- Task delegation
- Schedule oversight
- Staff supervision
- Coaching and mentoring
- Cost reduction
- Project management abilities
- Performance reviewing
- Employee performance evaluations
- Employee scheduling
- Decision-making
- Strategic thinking
- Staff management
- Policy enforcement
- Orientating and training
- Team collaboration
- Staff training and development
- Goal setting
- Workplace safety compliance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Workload management
- Multitasking and organization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
O'Reilly Auto Parts
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
AutoZone
01.2022 - 07.2024
Mechanic parts and sales
Torsen forklifts llc
01.2006 - 09.2022
Mechanic parts and sales
Great plains material handling
01.2001 - 10.2005
mechanic parts and sales
Mid plains equipment
08.1998 - 12.2000
Northwest High School