Tanner Rice
Chocowinity
Summary
Dynamic automotive professional with experience at Washington CDJR, skilled in detailing equipment and team collaboration. Proven ability to enhance vehicle presentation and customer satisfaction through meticulous inspections and effective multitasking. Recognized for training junior staff and maintaining high standards in vehicle maintenance and cleanliness.
Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Detailer
Washington CDJR
08.2025 - 02.2026
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Retail Sales Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
Automotive Technician
Washington CDJR
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Trained and coached junior employees on procedures for completing various types of repairs and maintenance on cars and light trucks.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
Server Assistant
Down On Mainstreet
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
- Assisted with dining room set up prior to and after service period.
- Bussed tables between courses and load and unloaded trays to expedite tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to safeguard servers and patrons.
- Greeted customers warmly to provide exceptional customer service.
- Delivered customer orders promptly and with attention to accuracy and satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to promptly answer customer questions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southside Highschool
Chocowinity, NC05-2023
Skills
- Detailing equipment
- Exterior washes
- Interior vacuuming
- Hand tools
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of five staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Exceeded monthly quota several times.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Automotive Detailer
Washington CDJR
08.2025 - 02.2026
Sales Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
05.2025 - 08.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
11.2024 - 05.2025
Automotive Technician
Washington CDJR
05.2024 - 11.2024
Server Assistant
Down On Mainstreet
02.2022 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Southside Highschool