Overview
Work History
Education
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Tyler Austin

Madison Heights,VA

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

Kroger
04.2012 - 11.2013
  • Clean the store
  • Perform task giving to me by management

Shift Manager

Papa John
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
  • Managed store's stock inventory and ordered new merchandise to replenish low-stock items.
  • Processed cash, credit, debit, and check payments.
  • Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.

Automotive Technician

Terry Subaru/Volkswagen
08.2016 - 03.2017
  • Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
  • Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
  • Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety.
  • Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
  • Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
  • Worked alone or in team-based systems to complete up to 15 oil changes each day.
  • Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.
  • Cleaned automotive service bays and removed debris to promote organized work environment.
  • Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
  • Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
  • Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.

Shop Technician

Line-x Of Lynchburg
03.2017 - 08.2018
  • Prepared trucks to be sprayed.
  • Installed truck accessories.
  • Maintained a clean shop environment.
  • Filled propane.

Automotive Technician

Forks Garage
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
  • Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
  • Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of Multi-point and State inspection.
  • Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
  • Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.

BAS/Fire Alarm Installation and Service Technician

Southern Air Inc.
01.2019 - 10.2020
  • Integrated equipment installations with on-site network infrastructure, incorporating existing fire and life safety systems.
  • Read and understood product manuals and blueprints.
  • Performed troubleshooting on fire alarm systems, completing on-site repairs or transporting malfunctioning equipment to off-site lab for repair.
  • Tested all newly installed fire alarms.
  • Commissioned new fire alarm systems, installing related hardware and software required by facilities.
  • Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
  • Tested automatic, programmable, and wireless thermostats in residential or commercial buildings to decrease energy usage.
  • Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers' design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
  • Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
  • Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.

Material Handler

Frito-Lay
10.2020 - Current
  • Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills and unusual activity, complying with safety procedures.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Operated forklifts to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Drove forklifts and other equipment to move materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Was promoted to Fry Operator will still work as Material Handler in the Warehouse when needed or for overtime.

Fry Operator

Frito-Lay
10.2020 - Current
  • Was promoted from Material Handler in September 2022.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
  • Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
  • Inspect machine parts with measuring tools.
  • Insure line is making perfect chips for custom's

Education

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Forest High School
Forest, VA
05.2014

No Degree - Welding

Central Virginia Community College
Lynchburg, VA

Automobile

Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA
08.2016

Skills

  • Certified Fork Lift Operator
  • Knowledge on driving Crown Fork Lift 5500, Scissorlift, and Crown C5 Fork Lift
  • Low voltage wire
  • Knowledge in automotive field

Timeline

Material Handler

Frito-Lay
10.2020 - Current

Fry Operator

Frito-Lay
10.2020 - Current

BAS/Fire Alarm Installation and Service Technician

Southern Air Inc.
01.2019 - 10.2020

Automotive Technician

Forks Garage
08.2018 - 09.2019

Shop Technician

Line-x Of Lynchburg
03.2017 - 08.2018

Automotive Technician

Terry Subaru/Volkswagen
08.2016 - 03.2017

Shift Manager

Papa John
01.2013 - 12.2015

Team Member

Kroger
04.2012 - 11.2013

High School Diploma -

Jefferson Forest High School

No Degree - Welding

Central Virginia Community College

Automobile

Southside Virginia Community College
Tyler Austin