Jesus Avina

Firestone automotive technician looking to expand into the engineering field. Very passionate about engineering and excited to get a chance to dive deep into this field. Analytically minded and enthusiastic about research. Great at working with hands and tools. Creative problem solver and flexible working with teams or by myself. Excellent communication skills and great at presentations. Very quick learner and adapts well. Looking to relocate.

Firestone Complete Auto Care

• Automotive Technician: April 2022-Present
• Began working at an entry level
• Currently working as a C level  automotive technician, specialized fields include:
  • Full brake assembly 
  • Suspension repairs/rebuilds
  •  Vehicle alignments
  • Engine and transmission maintenance/ repair
• Has received professional training through Bridgestone/Firestone’s learning programs
  • Company provided training programs through main training center in Nashville 

Advance Auto Parts 

• Sales Associate: Aug. 2020- Feb. 2022
• Worked as a salesperson, selling car parts, placing orders and advising customers on what maintenance and/or repair is best for their vehicles.

Mobile link Cricket

• Sales Associate: Dec. 2018- Feb. 2020
• Worked as a salesperson for Cricket, selling phones, engaging with customers and working to find solutions to their service needs
• Developed useful communication and customer service skills 

Rhodes College Class of 2022

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics 
• SPS (Society of Physics Students) member: 2020- present