Charles L. SMITH
**** ********* *****, *******, ** 29410 — 843-***-****— ***********@*****.***
Summary
High energy professional with proven track record of achievement. Specialize in maintaining excellent working relationships by building trust, meeting customer needs and expediting resolutions to problems. Detail oriented, with extensive customer service and organizational skills. Motivated, ambitious self starter, who thrives in challenging, fast paced environments. Extensive background in working on multiple high profile projects, consisting of various responsibilities, simultaneously. Effective communication skills with undeniable work ethic and desire to achieve. Conduct business with the highest level of ethics and respect for others, taking pride in exceeding expectations in meeting goals and objectives.
Professional Experience
Rocksure International, Accra, Ghana 1/2010-Present
Chief Mechanic
Oversaw routine maintenance and repair for over 40 pieces of equipment throughout Western Africa
Supervised all diagnostics and repairs performed by 85 field technicians and operators in major Mining Operations
Oversaw and performed repairs on all major engine, drivetrain and hydraulic issues on equipment
Responsible for logistics for all parts and equipment placement for four major Mine sites
Charleston Motoworx, Mt. Pleasant, SC 4/2008-1/2010
Owner & Mechanic
Oversaw all aspects of day to day functions in all departments of high performance
Motorcycle and watercraft service shop including purchasing, sales and service
Maintained comprehensive inventory control log for both service department and showroom
Responsible for establishing new accounts with all major parts and tool vendors/distributors
Service Writer/Mechanic for all major brands, makes and models
Velocity Powersports, Summerville, SC 5/2006-4/2008
Lead Watercraft Technician
Specialize in high performance modifications and major engine and electrical work
Perform detailed electrical diagnostics as well as services, daily
Assist in Sales process by offering thorough explanation and description of equipment, service, usage and maintenance
Yamaha, Suzuki, SeaDoo of Charleston, Charleston, SC 2/2004-5/2006
Technician, Specializing in Watercraft, ATV’s, and Motorcycles
Concentration on major engine repair and rebuild as well as electrical work
Perform services, maintenance and part replacement
Maintain comprehensive inventory control log for service department
Jet Works, Goose Creek, SC 3/1994-2/2004
General Manager
Oversaw all aspects of day to day functions in all departments including Purchasing, Sales and Service
Supervised a total of eight employees
Acted as Controller, handling all day to day transactions as well as monthly reports, company audits, etc…
Skills
Advanced Computer Skills in Macintosh and Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Applications, Quickbooks, Quicken, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Pagemaker , Adobe InDesign and all major brand Diagnostic Software
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with incredible attention to detail
Unparalleled ability to adapt to any situation or environment
Highly developed capacity for learning at an unusually accelerated rate and ability to work well under pressure
Education
Charleston Southern University, Charleston, SC 1993-1997
Majoring in Accounting
Completed main course work in Accounting and Business
Charleston Southern Football Team, Quarterback
Major GPA 3.2
Professional Certifications
Kawasaki Certified, Watercraft, ATV’s and Motorcycles
Bombardier Certified, Watercraft and ATV
Honda Certified, Watercraft and Motorcycles, Transmission, Electrical and Carbeuration
References
Available upon request.