Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Additional Information
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Austin Walker

Orange

Summary

Experienced mechanic with a lifelong passion for the field. Austin Walker has honed skills through various labor jobs, fostering excellent communication and a strong work ethic. Proficient in driving vehicles of all sizes, consistently demonstrating initiative in the workplace by continuously improving current skill set and eagerly embracing opportunities to learn new ones.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Parts Specialist

Flow Automotive Companies
02.2024 - Current
  • I was able to retain information for this job quite easily and felt confident very fast
  • Took this time to use the money I saved to take my partner on a well deserved trip
  • Tracked parts use and charged items to customer accounts for billing.
  • Maintained current knowledge of manufacturers' options and parts availability to offer expert support.
  • Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
  • Increased store revenue by cross-selling products and upselling services to customers.
  • Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
  • Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.

Security Officer

RMC Events
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • It was my responsibility to ensure the safety of the students on UVA campus at all hours of the day
  • It was my responsibility to provide directions, contact transportation if needed, and also collaborate with the Police Department on certain situations
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.


I left this job for a better opportunity.

Retail parts professional

Advanced auto parts
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • My responsibilities include money handling, insuring stock is managed properly, open and close locations and im also responsible for staff and assisting customers
  • I also have to keep orders to and from the store accounted for
  • This job has provided excellent communication and organizational skills


Mechanic

Madison Ford
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Did routine maintenance on vehicles
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • This was a temporary position to gain experience for my personal business.

Landfill

The county of orange
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Weighed in and out vehicles, counted and handled money, filed paperwork, maintain a clean and healthy working environment
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Verified track sheet and communicated with transloaders to monitor accuracy of loaded products.
  • Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.

Delivery Driver

Papa John's
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Deliver orders and help prepare orders
  • I took this job because I needed something with flexibility to get my health right and my living situation steady

Self Employed-Mobile Mechanic

Self Employed Services
04.2019 - 09.2019
  • My grandfather only had a short time left
  • I did side work as a Mobile Mechanic to further my experience and interpersonal skills
  • My family and I decided to spend his last few months all together doing the things he loved
  • I saved up to get my through this hard time

Floor Technician

Autumn Care of Madison
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the facility and ensure the safety of the residents and employees
  • Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks, and mortar.
  • Inspected equipment regularly and kept detailed records of floor cleaning supply inventories.
  • Worked with supervisor to design detailed floor maintenance schedules based on floor types and foot traffic.

Parts Driver

Joans auto parts
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • I was a part time delivery driver delivering parts efficiently and effectively
  • Planned routes to maximize efficiency.
  • Pulled parts from storage and prepared daily deliveries to verified locations.
  • Used this as supplemental income while working another position.

Education

High school diploma -

Culpeper County High School
Culpeper, VA
2017

Skills

  • Parts documentation
  • Packaging and labeling
  • Returns processing
  • Stock control
  • Communication skills
  • Servicing vehicles
  • Hand and power tools
  • Incidents management
  • Continuous improvements
  • Goal setting

Accomplishments

  • DCJS
  • CPR Certification
  • August 2023 to August 2025
  • OSHA 30
  • Community Emergency Response Team
  • FEMA
  • Improved monthly sales by 15%.

Certification

First Aid Certification Present

Additional Information

  • Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Parts Specialist

Flow Automotive Companies
02.2024 - Current

Security Officer

RMC Events
07.2022 - 01.2024

Mechanic

Madison Ford
06.2021 - 12.2021

Retail parts professional

Advanced auto parts
01.2021 - 06.2022

Delivery Driver

Papa John's
01.2021 - 05.2021

Landfill

The county of orange
09.2019 - 06.2021

Self Employed-Mobile Mechanic

Self Employed Services
04.2019 - 09.2019

Floor Technician

Autumn Care of Madison
02.2018 - 01.2019

Parts Driver

Joans auto parts
01.2018 - 05.2018

High school diploma -

Culpeper County High School
Austin Walker