Kevin Perez Galarza
Lumberton,NC
Summary
Technology enthusiast who has been involved in the field since high school. Well rounded in both hardware and software. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Test and Evaluation Manager
Emerging Technology Institute
03.2024 - Current
- Designed evaluation tools to collect meaningful, actionable data.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Salesperson
Advance Auto Parts
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Technology Assistant at Parkton Elementary School
Public Schools of Robeson County
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Installed and configured software and hardware.
- Helped streamline repair processes and update procedures for support action consistency.
Retail Sales Specialist
O’Reilly Auto Parts
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers requests, store inventory, transactions, new purchase orders, and pricing needs.
- Managed day-to-day staffing and handled scheduling for all store employees.
Assistant Store Manager
O’Reilly Auto Parts
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
Parts Professional
O’Reilly Auto Parts
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Read and interpreted diagrams and technical manuals to quickly locate correct parts.
- Stocked shelves, built displays and merchandised products enabling customers to find needed items and products.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - IT Cybersecurity
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC12.2023
High School Diploma -
Early College High School At Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC05.2019
Associate of Science -
Early College High School At Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC05.2019
Skills
- Data collection
- Information security
- Data management
- Software installation
- Hardware maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Staff supervision
- Team management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Test and Evaluation Manager
Emerging Technology Institute
03.2024 - Current
Salesperson
Advance Auto Parts
10.2023 - 03.2024
Technology Assistant at Parkton Elementary School
Public Schools of Robeson County
11.2022 - 06.2023
Retail Sales Specialist
O’Reilly Auto Parts
08.2022 - 11.2022
Assistant Store Manager
O’Reilly Auto Parts
10.2020 - 08.2022
Parts Professional
O’Reilly Auto Parts
01.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - IT Cybersecurity
Richmond Community College
High School Diploma -
Early College High School At Robeson Community College
Associate of Science -
Early College High School At Robeson Community College
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