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David Boblitz

Toronto,ON

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Insightful [Job Title] with experience specializing in aligning global company assets into cohesive units. Practiced at organizing human and technological resources across multiple sites to streamline operations, shorten turnaround times and reduce technical support hiccups. Dedicated to working across enterprise levels to define operational goals and enhance revenue while raising employee morale. Analytical Technical Advisor committed to providing direction and support in [Type] field. Manages multiple priorities effectively and maintains patience and composure during stressful situations. In-depth knowledge of [Type] procedures and practices.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Stellantis Technical Advisor

FCA / Stellantis Canada
10.2018 - 01.2024
  • Assisted dealership technicians with complex technical vehicle issues, provided technical direction, resolved vehicle complications, escalated and resolved quality trends and safety matters, assisted other dealership departments with technical information.
  • Reduced downtime and improved productivity with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of technical issues.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal integration of newer technologies and systems.
  • Enforced use of prescribed technical procedures, designing monitoring protocols to confirm compliance with guidelines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing expert technical advice on automotive issues and solutions.

Fixed Operations Director

Zanchin Automotive Group
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Directed the startup of a service department and parts team, implemented policies and procedures, increased sales and minimized expenses, increased total gross profit, stabilized expenses and write-offs, achieved net gain in the Service and Parts Department.
  • Directed fixed operations of 20-member group, driving services excellence, implementation of new programs and attainment of sales objectives in alignment with market trends.
  • Provided staff training, coaching and mentoring to effectively implement best practices and new policies or programs.

Fixed Operations Director

Toronto Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
01.2003 - 01.2016
  • Managed employees in the Service and Parts Department, controlled and analyzed financial statements, increased service gross sales and net profit, developed relations with stakeholders, promoted service, chaired the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets and financial forecasts for fixed operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.

Licensed Technician, Shop Foreman, Assistant Service Manager

Mills and Hadwin Chrysler
01.1984 - 01.2003
  • Assisted in directing the Service Department, developed knowledge of Chrysler products and company policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Multidisciplinary – Psychology, Philosophy and Economics -

University of Western Ontario
05.2011

Automotive Apprenticeship Diploma -

Centennial College
01.1984

Skills

  • Proficient with Reynolds & Reynolds and Global CDK
  • Expert in all Stellantis research and technical diagnostic equipment
  • Past member of Centennial College Program Advisory Committee for Chrysler’s Automotive Apprenticeship Program
  • Class A Mechanic
  • Technical Support Triage
  • Operational Efficiency Analysis
  • Training Curriculum Design
  • Technical Operations Management
  • Strategic planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Technical documentation
  • Cross-functional communication

References Available

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Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Canoeing
  • Woodworking
  • Travel
  • Investment portfolios
  • Journaling

Community Service

  • York Mills House League hockey coach
  • Alpine racing team manager
  • Water Ski Wakeboard Ontario judge

Languages

English

Timeline

Stellantis Technical Advisor

FCA / Stellantis Canada
10.2018 - 01.2024

Fixed Operations Director

Zanchin Automotive Group
01.2016 - 01.2018

Fixed Operations Director

Toronto Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
01.2003 - 01.2016

Licensed Technician, Shop Foreman, Assistant Service Manager

Mills and Hadwin Chrysler
01.1984 - 01.2003

Bachelor of Arts – Multidisciplinary – Psychology, Philosophy and Economics -

University of Western Ontario

Automotive Apprenticeship Diploma -

Centennial College

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