Hiram Sledge
Affortable Auto and Tire
Star City,AR
1
Language
2026
years of professional experience
Hardworking Automotive Technician with 30 years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.
Work History
Automotive Mechanic
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance services, including oil changes and tire rotations, enhancing vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, reducing service time significantly.
- Assisted in training junior mechanics on safety protocols and proper tool usage.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections to identify potential problems before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Prevented potential breakdowns, conducting comprehensive preventive maintenance checks on client vehicles.
- Measured depth of current tire tread and educated customers about the dangers of low tread.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Exceeded customer expectations by consistently delivering exceptional service and workmanship.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Machine Operator
8 Years 4 Months- Operated machinery to produce fiberglass shingles with adherence to safety protocols.
- Led shift teams to meet daily production goals while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines to ensure optimal operation.
- Monitored production lines for quality control and equipment performance.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Automotive engine repair
Brake systems
Fuel systems
Suspension systems
Steering systems
Tire balancing
Vehicle inspections
Inventory management
Changing oil
Computer diagnostics
Parts ordering
Quality assurance
Vehicle maintenance records
Customer support
Oil replacement
Time management
Customer service
Customer relations
Automotive service management
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Client engagement
Service scheduling
Service quality control
Accomplishments
Completed management course 1 time a year.
was certified in CPR for 8 years
Completed tire repair class , to properly fix a tire for safety reasons.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Machine Operator
Owens Corning Fiberglass
02.1983 - 06.1991Read More
Automotive Mechanic
Affortable Auto and Tire
1992 - 07.2025Read More
Grand Prairie High School
High School Diploma
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