John Byrd
**** *. ****** ** *****, Idaho
adwpks@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Goal-oriented professional dedicated to driving operational success and provide customers with memorable experiences. Over 31 years of experience managing store operations and 27 years of technician experience. Positive, adaptable leader passionate about building lasting customer relationships and making a di4erence in the lives of others. Team player wanting to find a solid company to help build long term growth for my employer and myself. Sep. 2017 – Present
Anaheim,
California/Boise,
Idaho
Mar. 2016 – Sep. 2017
Anaheim, California
May. 2013 – Jan. 2016
Di)erent Locations, California
Lead Inspector II, Field Representive, KAR Auction Services/ADESA/ Carvana
Inspect pre and post lease end return vehicles at dealerships, customers homes and work places. Document damages to be forwarded to financial institutions, sellers, and the buyers. Direct Inspectors to complete condition reports in a timely matter to the satisfaction of the auction and financial institutions. Shop Manager/Service Writer, Firestone Complete Auto Care Store manager responsible for all employees during an 8 to 12 hour shift Supervise the work of o9ce, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems.
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
Recruit, interview, and select employees.
Monitor inventory levels and requisition or purchase supplies as needed. Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
Develop work schedules according to budgets and workloads. Maintain high quality control standards of vehicle repairs and shop cleanliness Communicate all customer and shop needs to employees Ensure customer satisfaction and follow up with any customer concerns and final repair satisfaction
Shop Manager/Area Manager, Meineke Car Care Centers Store manager responsible for all employees during an 8 to 12 hour shift Supervise the work of o9ce, administrative, or customer service EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Sep. 2007 – May. 2013
Multiple Locations, California
Jan. 2001 – Aug. 2007
Multiple Locations, California
employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems.
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
Recruit, interview, and select employees.
Monitor inventory levels and requisition or purchase supplies as needed. Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
Develop work schedules according to budgets and workloads. Maintain high quality control standards of vehicle repairs and shop cleanliness Communicate all customer and shop needs to employees Ensure customer satisfaction and follow up with any customer concerns and final repair satisfaction
Manager/Commercial Driver, PDQ Delivery Service/Human Resources Director
Responsible for delivering materials and equipment to di4erent locations throughout Northern/Southern California. Direct contact for dissolving disputes between employees and the company, hiring new employees, verifying citizenship, discharge of employees, in charge of salary and hourly increases, and protecting the company against frivolous accusations. Ensure proper truck maintenance, safety and cleanliness Maintain a safe and courteous driving attitude while transporting Operation of a commercial flatbed with and without side gates Maintaining and safely securing all loads per DOT regulations
District Shop Manager/Service Writer/Human Resources Director, Goodyear Tire and Auto Repair Service
Supervise the work of o9ce, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems. Direct contact for dissolving disputes between employees and the company, hiring new employees, verifying citizenship, discharge of employees, in charge of salary and hourly increases, and protecting the company against frivolous accusations.
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
Recruit, interview, and select employees.
Monitor inventory levels and requisition or purchase supplies as needed. Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
Communicate all customer and shop needs to employees Jun. 1993 – Nov. 2000
Multiple Locations, California
Jun. 1986 – May. 1993
Huntington Beach, Ca
Ensure customer satisfaction and follow up with any customer concerns and final repair satisfaction
District Shop Manager/ Human Resources Director, Midas Auto Service Supervise the work of o9ce, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems. Direct contact for dissolving disputes between employees and the company, hiring new employees, verifying citizenship, discharge of employees, in charge of salary and hourly increases, and protecting the company against frivolous accusations.
Implement corporate or departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
Recruit, interview, and select employees.
Monitor inventory levels and requisition or purchase supplies as needed. Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
Develop work schedules according to budgets and workloads. Maintain high quality control standards of vehicle repairs and shop cleanliness Communicate all customer and shop needs to employees Ensure customer satisfaction and follow up with any customer concerns and final repair satisfaction
Automotive Technician/Asst. Service Writer, Cal Worthington Dodge and Suzuki
Repair vehicles as directed per work orders
Explain recommended repairs and concerns to customers Quality control of repairs and pre-delivery inspections of new vehicles Prepare work orders per customer concerns
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SKILLS
Organization and Planning
Customer Service
Employee Management