Mike Chambers

Experience

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  Auto Parts Company

  Apr 1988 - Aug 1992

  Inside Sales

  Read catalogs, microfiche viewers, or computer displays in order to determine replacement part stock numbers and prices.Determine replacement parts required, according to inspections of old parts, customer requests, or customers' descriptions of malfunctions.Receive and fill telephone orders for parts.Fill customer orders from stock.Receive payment or obtain credit authorization.Take inventory of stock.Advise customers on substitution or modification of parts when identical replacements are not available.Examine returned parts for defects, and exchange defective parts or refund money.Mark and store parts in stockrooms according to prearranged systems.Discuss use and features of various parts, based on knowledge of machines or equipment.Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain functioning of equipment.Place new merchandise on display.Measure parts, using precision measuring instruments, in order to determine whether similar parts may be machined to required sizes.All other duties as necessary. Show less

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  Bartow County Sheriff's Department

  Aug 1992 - Apr 1995

  Deputy Sheriff

  02/1994 to 04/1995 Patrol Division:Drive vehicles or patrol specific areas to detect law violators, issue citations, and make arrests.Execute arrest warrants, locating and taking persons into custody.Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.Record daily activities, and submit logs and other related reports and paperwork to appropriate authorities.Serve statements of claims, subpoenas, summonses, jury summonses, orders to pay alimony, and other court orders.Verify that the proper legal charges have been made against law offenders.Patrol and guard courthouses, grand jury rooms, or assigned areas, in order to provide security, enforce laws, maintain order, and arrest violators.Locate and confiscate real or personal property, as directed by court order.08/1992 to 02/1994 Jail Division:Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.Guard facility entrances in order to screen visitors.Search for and recapture escapees.Inspect mail for the presence of contraband.Record information, such as prisoner identification, charges, and incidences of inmate disturbance.Use weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.Conduct fire, safety, and sanitation inspections.Provide to supervisors oral and written reports of inmate disturbances and rule violations, and unusual occurrences.Settle disputes between inmates.Drive passenger vehicles and trucks used to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals, and work sites.Arrange daily schedules for prisoners including library visits, work assignments, family visits, and counseling appointments.Issue clothing, tools, and other authorized items to inmates.Serve meals and distribute commissary items to prisoners.Maintain records of prisoners' identification and charges. Show less

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  Main Street Chevrolet

  Apr 1995 - May 1996

  Service Consultant

  Dealt directly with customers whose auto repair needs ranged from New Car Warranty issues to Customer Requests. -Provided automotive service advice. Carried out assignments of repair and maintenance of vehicles to proper service technicians. Assisted in inspection of vehicles and recommended necessary repair work. Prepared estimation of cost and work details. Delivered vehicles to customers as per schedule. Addressed all issues regarding repair and maintenance of vehicles. Show less

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  Euharlee Police Department

  Jun 1995 - Oct 1998

  Police Officer

  09/1996 to 10/1998, Captain charged with all duties of patrolman, sergeant and the following:Made presentations to the city council during regular sessions regarding police matters as it pertained to the city business.Assisted in the drafting of departmental budgets (1997 & 1998) On call as needed when chief was not present.Handled public complaints and all other duties necessary.01/1996 to 9/1996, Sergeant charged with all the duties of patrolman as well as the following:Supervision of all patrol officersReview all incident and accident reports06/1995 to 01/1996, Part-Time Patrol Officer charged with the following duties:Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.Evaluate complaint and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.Patrol specific area on foot, bicycle or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls for assistance.Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.Photograph or draw diagrams of crime or accident scenes and interview principals and eyewitnesses.Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures.Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances.Direct traffic flow and reroute traffic in case of emergencies. Show less

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  Auto Parts Company

  Oct 1998 - Oct 2012

  Manager/Asst. Mgr./Inside Sales

  08/1999 to 10/2012 Store Manager Rome, Ga.All responsibilities in the daily operation of an aftermarket auto parts store including, but are not limited to:Hired and evaluated work of all staff members. Developed and implemented policies for ordering special parts. Participated in company wide management meetings, analyzed programs and recommended changes. Maintained store operations and changed layout on regular basis to ensure effectiveness. Administered work schedule and kept track of hours worked.Monitored customer complaints and ensured resolution within company guidelines. Provided excellent customer services and ensured satisfaction of customers. Responsible for daily deposits, handling of large amounts of cash.Maintained records such as employee, store totals, maintenance, safety, M.S.D's, and OSHA compliance.Shipping and Receiving of merchandise via USPS, UPS, FedEx & freight lines. Conducted regular counts and corrections to maintain an accurate inventory.All other duties as necessary.12/1998 to 08/1999 Assistant Store Manager Cartersville, Ga.Supervision of employees when store manager was not present.All duties of clerk. 10/1998-12/1998 Clerk Cartersville, Ga.Parts Sales and all duties from previous employment with Auto Parts Company. Show less

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  Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice

  May 2002 - Mar 2005

  Part-Time On Call Officer

  On-Call every other weekend from 5 PM Friday to 8 AM MondayScored juvenile offenders in a five county region for law -enforcement officers who were seeking to detain juvenile offenders in regional detention facility.Authorized detention in detention facility when criteria was met.Face-to-face meetings were required in cases involving drugs or alcohol, further requiring a medical clearance for detention.

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  Group 1 Automotive (Jim Tidwell Ford)

  Apr 2013 - Aug 2019

  Parts/Inventory Manager/Sales

  Jan. 2014 to Current: Inventory Manager - The processing of new and used vehicle inventory as it arrives. Utilizing Job Router, ADP Drive and other software to track vehicle inventory. Other duties as necessary.April 2013 to Jan. 2014: Automotive Sales - Provided professional and courteous service in assisting customers in the selection of their new or pre-owned automobile.

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  The TACK Company dba: CARQUEST of Georgia

  Aug 2019 - now

  Outside Sales