Garry L. Ridinger

*** ********** *****, *********, ** 37920

865-***-****

adubgk@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications

Ø Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills Ø Problem solver

Ø Fast learner, ability to work with little to no supervision Ø Specialized in maintenance and repair of all automotive electronics and onboard computer systems.

Ø Extensive background in maintenance of agricultural equipment, stationary generators and compressors as well as industrial equipment.

Work Experience

Restoration 101, Knoxville, TN, Sr. Project Manager Jan 2019 – Current Ø Responsible for the overall coordination and completion of new and re-construction projects, including planning; provide preliminary budgets to help the site selection and renovation process; schedule the project from design to completion; help with building permitting and soliciting vendors; select contractors and hold jobsite meetings; collaborate with architects, engineers, electricians, and other specialists; prepare reports for weekly meetings with management; communicate with clients and deliver project progress reports on a regular basis.

Lamon & McDaniel Builders, Knoxville, TN, Project Manager Jan 2015 – Jan 2019 Ø Negotiate contracts with homeowners, architects, vendors, contractors; control time, cost and quality of construction projects; hire and manage contractors and sub-contractors; schedule and oversee all work/jobs for contractors; secure building permits/licenses; monitor delivery of all materials and equipment to construction sites; oversee all phases of construction projects (residential and commercial) from start to finish.

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Lowe’s Home Improvement - Knoxville, TN April 2013 – Jan 2015 Ø Began as a seasonal/part-time employee in the lumber department. After 90 days, I was promoted to a Customer Service Associate and then 60 days later to a CSA II. I am a certified fork truck operator, certified narrow aisle lift truck operator. I was involved in inventory receiving and cycle counts on a weekly basis. After a promotion in February 2014 to a Pro Services Specialist in the commercial sales department, I worked closely with contractors - in charge of materials procurement and writing quotes for commercial accounts.

G & R Automotive, Owner/Operator - Knoxville, TN 1979 – Jan 2011 Ø Successfully owned/operated a well-established automotive repair garage near Downtown Knoxville for 32 years. Early retirement in January 2011 Ø Managed a successful business with yearly profit increases in the range of 15-20%. Ø Inventory management and front-end retail sales

Ø Maintained service schedules for 25 fleet customers (FBI, Dept of Interior) Ø Accounts receivables and payables for 25 commercial fleet accounts and over 400 retail monthly customers

Ø Maintained training accreditation for employees

Ø Managed/supervised 10 auto technicians and 2 service managers Ø Ability to diagnose and repair engine related problems for all makes/models of vehicles, both foreign and domestic, including industrial trucks. Millwright Apprentice (Part time) - Knoxville, TN 1982 - 1995 Ø Was mentored by the owner of a local machine shop. Received valuable training and on the job experience as a millwright apprentice on weekends and after normal business hours for emergencies and breakdowns.

Computer Skills – Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook, Chief Architect and Xactimate (estimating/claims software). Photoshop editing as a hobby. Education/Certifications

ASE Certified Master Mechanic/ASE Certified Automotive Electronics Specialist Technician of Millennium – Southeastern Regional Winner, 2000 South High School Graduate – Knoxville, TN

References - available upon request.