Tinalynn Reed
Acton,ON
Summary
Dedicated car detailer with 28 years of experience in vehicle cleaning and surface inspection. Proven ability to enhance vehicle appearance and ensure customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Car Detailer
Car Care Extraordinaire
Mississauga, Ontario
06.1995 - 09.2023
- Cleaned and polished vehicles to enhance appearance and customer satisfaction.
- Inspected interior and exterior surfaces for damage and necessary repairs.
- Applied protective coatings to paint and upholstery for long-lasting care.
- Operated detailing equipment including vacuum cleaners and steam cleaners.
- Organized work area to ensure efficiency and safety during detailing processes.
- Engaged with customers to clarify detailing requests and ensure satisfaction.
- Coached new staff on effective cleaning techniques and safe equipment operation.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies to ensure availability for tasks.
- Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
- Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, water hoses, vacuums and other specialized equipment.
- Washed exterior surfaces to remove dirt and debris from the body of the vehicle.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Vacuumed vehicle interiors to remove loose dirt and debris.
- Cleaned windows inside and out using glass cleaner solution.
- Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces with cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris.
- Sanitized interiors by spraying antibacterial agent onto hard surfaces such as door handles, steering wheel covers, gear shifts.
- Applied waxes to protect paint finish from weather conditions and oxidation.
- Used steam cleaning equipment to remove dirt from engine and engine compartment.
- Informed customers about vehicle condition before detailing to set expectations.
- Applied dressing to vinyl surfaces such as dashboards, door panels, consoles and armrests.
- Cleans engine compartment by removing grease buildup with degreaser solution.
- Removed tar spots, tree sap and bird droppings from exterior surfaces using special cleaning solutions.
- Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
- Performed minor touch-up painting on scratched areas of car bodies.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color for visual appeal.
- Served clients with on-site detailing services at businesses and homes.
- Employed high-pressure wash systems for pre-cleaning and final rinse-off.
- Applied waxes, sealants, and protective coatings to preserve paint and interior surfaces.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for tasks.
- Conducted thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of vehicles to enhance appearance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficient operations.
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines to prevent damage to vehicles and personal injury.
- Inspected vehicles thoroughly before and after detailing to ensure quality of work.
- Performed clay bar treatments to remove impurities from vehicle exteriors.
- Detailed wheels, tires, and undercarriage to remove dirt and brake dust.
- Removed stickers and decals from vehicle exteriors without damaging paint.
- Cleaned and polished vehicle windows.
- Drove vehicles to or from workshops or customer workplaces or homes.
- Moved cleaning materials and equipment between work areas to support detailing operations.
- Rinsed objects and placed on drying racks or used cloths, squeegees or air compressors to dry surfaces.
Superintendent
Aquitaine Apts.
Mississauga, Ontario
10.1993 - 12.1995
- Supervised daily construction activities to ensure project timelines were met.
- Coordinated subcontractor efforts to ensure adherence to safety regulations and minimize workplace incidents.
- Managed on-site inspections to ensure quality standards were upheld.
- Scheduled trades and labor to optimize workflow efficiency across projects.
- Scheduled, coordinated, and supervised maintenance staff to complete repairs and renovations on time.
- Provided support during lease renewal negotiations between tenants and management team.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as fires, floods, and other disasters at the property site.
- Ensured landscaping quality aligned with management expectations.
- Negotiated service contracts with plumbers, electricians, and pest control companies to secure favorable terms for the property.
- Monitored tenant activity within the community to ensure adherence to rules and regulations.
- Enforced rules related to noise level restrictions in common areas of the property.
- Inspected vacant apartments prior to new tenant move-in dates to confirm readiness of unit.
- Ensured that all move-ins and move-outs were completed in a timely manner.
House Cleaner
O'Neill enterprise
Clarkson , ON
04.1987 - 02.1990
- Cleaned residential spaces using industry-standard tools and eco-friendly products.
- Followed safety protocols while handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand specific cleaning needs.
- Managed time effectively to complete multiple cleaning assignments each day.
- Cleaned homes following specific and detailed protocols and requests.
- Organized, cleaned and sanitized kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms to tidy and eliminate daily germs.
- Cleaned bathrooms including toilets, showers and bathtubs, sinks and countertops.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed and polished floors of all types.
- Sanitized doorknobs, light switches and other frequently touched surfaces.
- Ensured wastebaskets were emptied regularly to uphold hygiene standards.
- Scrubbed walls with appropriate cleaning solutions to remove marks or stains.
- Used proper chemicals and cleaning materials to optimal dilution and cleaned specific surfaces followed client requests.
- Exercised extreme caution when cleaning historic homes with original wood and sensitive surface materials.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment safely in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Maintained clean floors throughout property by sweeping, scrubbing and waxing.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
Education
Grade 10 -
W. J. Fenton
Brampton, ON04-1986
Skills
- Vehicle detailing
- Surface inspection
- Coating application
- Equipment operation
- Inventory cleaning management
- Relationship management
- Housekeeping techniques
- Stain removal
- Chemical safety
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
Timeline
Car Detailer
Car Care Extraordinaire
06.1995 - 09.2023
Superintendent
Aquitaine Apts.
10.1993 - 12.1995
House Cleaner
O'Neill enterprise
04.1987 - 02.1990
Grade 10 -
W. J. Fenton