Walter Harris
Murfreesboro
Summary
Automotive professional with proven track record of maintaining and repairing vehicles to high standards. Skilled in troubleshooting mechanical problems and implementing effective solutions. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable and efficient service. Proficient in engine repair, brake systems, and general diagnostics.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanic
Freelance
01.2023 - Current
- Provided a range of automotive repair and maintenance services to private clients.
- Diagnosed and resolved mechanical issues, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability.
- Built a client base through word-of-mouth referrals due to quality workmanship and customer service.
- Managed scheduling, parts procurement, and billing independently, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Improved clients' vehicle efficiency through routine maintenance and repairs in line with industry standards.
MAintenence Technician
A&B Automotive Enterprises
09.2024 - Current
- Manage inbound calls and provide a welcoming first point of contact for customers.
- Communicate issues to customers, detailing the cause of part failures and recommending effective repair solutions.
- Facilitate work orders and quotes, and finalize customer transactions.
- Complete light maintenance, and repair customer vehicles to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment according to OSHA standards.
Class C Technician
Firestone Auto Care
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Performed comprehensive maintenance and servicing of customer vehicles; fluids, Filters, Tires, Etc.
- Identify the cause of customer complaints, and recommend any effective repairs.
- Focused on repair of brake, steering, and suspension systems.
- Maintain work space according to OSHA and Bridgestone corporate standards.
- Execute responsibilities in adherence with a strict work schedule.
Auto Body Technician
Maaco
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Sand and prep cars for paint.
- Assess and repair damage to customer vehicles.
- Complete light body work, including bumpers, fenders, lights, and doors.
- Identify reusable parts, and transfer them to new panels.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by thoroughly cleaning and preparing completed vehicles for pickup.
Customer Service Representative
Harbor Freight
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Customer Service - Aiding customers with issues with the product, or helping locate the correct product
- Cashier - Completing transactions and answering any remaining questions
- Optimized product presentation and inventory management by front-facing and restocking shelves.
- Unloaded shipments and systematically organized backstock.
- Implemented corporate marketing strategies by utilizing planograms to maintain an updated store layout.
Education
Welding
TCAT Smyrna
Smyrna, TNHigh School Diploma -
Blackman High School
Murfreesboro, TN05-2021
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Workplace safety
- Brake systems
- Tire services
- Diagnostics
- Auto and engine repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hand and power tools
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Service-oriented mindset
Accomplishments
- Co-founded a local car community to give local drives the opportunity to expand their skills in a safe environment.
- Successfully organized and orchestrated 10+ events on a closed course
- Private shop co-leased for the purpose of maintaining and modifying
competition vehicles.
Midnight Goons Est 2023
"The Shack" Est 2022
Certification
- OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health Certification
- Cintas PIT Forklift Certification
- Hunter Level 2 Intermediate Alignment Certification
Timeline
MAintenence Technician
A&B Automotive Enterprises
09.2024 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Maaco
07.2023 - 01.2024
Mechanic
Freelance
01.2023 - Current
Class C Technician
Firestone Auto Care
10.2022 - 07.2024
Customer Service Representative
Harbor Freight
05.2021 - 09.2023
Welding
TCAT Smyrna
High School Diploma -
Blackman High School
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