Focused on supporting team needs through hard work and skilled performance. Knowledgeable about reading and understanding orders, manuals and schematics. Able to handle physically-demanding needs on flexible schedule and operate all types of hand tools, power tools and equipment used in Commercial and Industrial settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERNAL SERVICE DIRECTOR
DCD NUCAR
06.2023 - Current
Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service processes and streamlining communication channels.
Developed and executed strategic plans for service delivery, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
Led a team of technicians providing mentorship and guidance to enhance performance and achieve objectives.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement, reducing downtime and increasing productivity.
Implemented a new standard to the Dept, setting standards and accountability resulting in a positive work environment.
Manages Used car service for 5 dealerships, getting them front line ready.
Mercedes Benz Internal Service Manager
Mercedes Benz Of Westwood
02.2018 - 06.2023
Liaison between Service Dept and Sales Dept
Dispatched work to appropriate Tech.
Created Repair Orders for New/Used car repairs. Between 400-500 each month.
Knowledge of every used car on lot.
Contact 3rd party vendors for outside needs (ie. windshields, upholstery repairs, body shops).
Keeping track of monthly goal for Sales to meet.
Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
Approving work for Used Cars within budget of projected sales price.
Talking with customers with any needs or concerns they might have.
Appraising Vehicles for trades.
Mercedes Benz Internal Recon Shop Manager
Prime Motor Group
08.2012 - 02.2018
Managed 3 High End Dealerships internal body work
Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions
Monitored Paint inventory and reported need for replenishment
Distributed ordered components to appropriate technicians to complete repairs
Completed average of 100-125 work hours personally each week while maintaining company defined quality standards
Making sure work got done right the first time
Making sure work got out in a timely fashion
Auto Body Painter
Prime Motor Group
07.2013 - 08.2014
Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
Painted in a production setting
Average work produced per week(100-125 hours)
Mixed paint to spec
88M (Heavy Truck Transporter)
US ARMY
08.2007 - 08.2014
Joined US Army
Became a Heavy Equipment Transporter
2 tours to Iraq
In charge of 8-10 soldiers on convoys throughout IRAQ
Keeping bad situations under control and getting everyone back healthy
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Auto Body Painter
Danilchuk Auto Body
06.2012 - 07.2013
Sanded and Prepped cars before paint
Tapped cars for paint
Mixed paint to correct amount and color for the job
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application
Auto Body
Ernies Auto Body
07.2004 - 01.2007
First started Auto Body Career
Swept floors cleaned shop
Moved up to Detailer for a year or so following being promoted to Vehicle Prepper
Learned the Ins and outs of a Body Shops day to day operation