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Kelly Shimek

Phoenix

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at U-Haul International, enhancing customer satisfaction Excelled in roles requiring dependability and excellent customer service, significantly improving resolution times. Skilled in problem-solving and teamwork, adept at fostering strong relationships and achieving operational excellence. I know that a successful department/company is only as good as the team members. When everybody plays their position we succeed.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Dealer Representative

U-Haul
04.2023 - Current

I am part of a support team that for U-Haul Dealers and Area Field Managers. Some of my duties:

  • Handle escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both our dealers and the company.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
  • Maintain detailed records of dealer an d AFM interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Conducted training sessions for new hires, ensuring consistent level of service across team.
  • Improved resolution time with effective problem-solving for customer complaints.
  • Follow up with our teams about resolved issues to maintain high standards of service.

Equipment Recovery Citations Lead

U-Haul International
02.2015 - 04.2023

Managed incoming U-Haul customer toll and citation fee's. Focus was on collecting fee's due to U-Haul and maintain great relations with our customers.


  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Traffic Control Manager (TCM)

U-Haul International
03.1995 - 10.1999

Managed MCO 723 traffic department. Track all incoming and outgoing rental equipment. Servicing customers in need of our products and services.

  • Managed equipment distribution.
  • Improved traffic flow by analyzing patterns and implementing changes.
  • Developed strong relationships with center managers and dealers by delivering high-quality services that met their specific needs in a timely manner.
  • Maximized team productivity through clear communication of expectations and performance metrics for all staff members involved in traffic control operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shadow Mountain Highschool
Phoenix Arizona
06-1988

Skills

  • Dependability
  • Excellent customer service
  • Stress tolerance
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Dealer Representative

U-Haul
04.2023 - Current

Equipment Recovery Citations Lead

U-Haul International
02.2015 - 04.2023

Traffic Control Manager (TCM)

U-Haul International
03.1995 - 10.1999

High School Diploma -

Shadow Mountain Highschool
Kelly Shimek