Auto Body Technician Resume Example Complete Collision Center

AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN

Summary

Focused automotive professional well-versed in assessing damage, writing estimates and overseeing repairs. Proficient in different vehicle types and different strategies for correcting and refinishing damaged areas.

Skills

Excellent work ethic
Insurance knowledge
Commitment to quality
Repair estimate experience
Auto body fabrication
Dependable and punctual

Attentive to detail
Client service
Vehicle inspections
New finish application
Car frame realignment
Damage repairs

Experience

Auto Body TechnicianNov 2020 to Jan 2021
Complete Collision Center － St. Robert , MO

Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.
Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
Trained technicians and team members to maintain and operate all equipment safely.
Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
Worked according to manufacturers' instructions to determine correct methods for restoring and replacing parts.
Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
Operated hot-air welding guns and immersive hot water baths to soften plastic panels for installation.
Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
While speaking to our customers via phone/face-to-face video, I would explain all damage and answer all question the customer would have about the damage on the auto.

Auto Body Repair TechnicianApr 2019 to Nov 2020
Al West Collision － Waynesville , MO

Distributed vehicle parts to technicians for replacement on in-shop vehicles.
Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
Monitored parts and materials storage area and maintained stock replenishment and organization.
Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.
Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
Routed paperwork such as invoices and packing lists to accounting department.
Organized and maintained work areas free of potential hazards.
Maintained vendor relationships and completed vehicle parts orders.
Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
Operated hot-air welding guns and immersive hot water baths to soften plastic panels for installation.
Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
Worked according to manufacturers' instructions to determine correct methods for restoring and replacing parts.

Auto Body Shop ManagerMar 1999 to Apr 2019
American Auto Body － Lebanon , Missouri

Kept strict safety practices in all areas of operations.
Pursued aged payments from customers and insurance providers.
Completed inspections, estimations and damage reports.
Assessed quality of all shop work to maintain solid reputation and high customer satisfaction.
Capitalized on existing talent while facilitating recruitment and development of new talent.
Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Generated daily operational and sales reports for corrective action or continuous improvement.
Identified client business and operational needs and introduced services to provide solutions.
Limited financial discrepancies, reviewing and approving billing invoices and expense reports.
Elevated resource allocation, accurately controlling expenses.
Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Generated reports detailing project information and predictions.
Facilitated HR operations, including strategic workforce planning, performance management, staffing and administration of benefits.
Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
Participated in networking events to establish and cement community ties, B2B relationships and industry connections.
Identified and solved complex strategy problems to drive organizational goals.
Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
While speaking to our customers via phone/face-to-face video, I would explain all damage and answer all question the customer would have about the damage on the auto.
Walk the customer thru the repair estimate about the amount they are responsible for.
Let them know to check their insurance policy about a rental car it they do not have another auto to drive.
When allow checking for recycled parts for the damage auto

Education and Training

High School DiplomaMay 1993Lebanon High School － Lebanon, Mo

Platinum Certfied, AdjusterJan 2021ICAR － Online

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Complete Collision Center
Al West Collision
American Auto Body

School Attended

Lebanon High School
ICAR

Job Titles Held:

Auto Body Technician
Auto Body Repair Technician
Auto Body Shop Manager

Degrees

High School Diploma May 1993
Platinum Certfied , Adjuster Jan 2021

Auto Body Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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