Meticulous auto body repair professional well-versed in utilizing industry software to record maintenance work and accurately process required documentation. Committed to timely completion of projects to cultivate customer loyalty and satisfaction. Eager to learn new skills and grow with in an organization.
Skills
Auto body repair
Schematics experience
Strong automobile model knowledge
Collision estimates
Welding proficiency
Frame knowledge
Accurate estimates
Deadline-oriented
Body refinishing
Welding
Quality-focused
Excellent work ethic
Organization and Time management
MS Office
Specialty parts replacement
Surface finishing
Knowledge of insurance protocols
Work History
Body Shop Technician, 01/2015 to Current Dattco – Westport, CT,
Analyzed incoming parts shipments for accuracy and completeness.
Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Examined vehicles to determine internal and external damage.
Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
Removed damaged parts with power tools and cutting torch.
Received and logged incoming parts orders.
Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
Performed frame wrack, filing and grinding of repaired components to straighten automobile frames.
Collaborated with adjusters to inform progress and running costs of repairs.
Communicated progress with customers to maintain projected timeline for repairs.
Operated arc welding and power equipment to install replacement parts.
Reviewed completed vehicle repairs to meet OEM specifications.
Performed safety precautions to prevent hazardous conditions within repair facility.
Completed average of Number body work orders each quarter while maintaining company defined quality standards.
Updated repair status of vehicles on computer and created work details for billing.
Remove rust and other debris from surface to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpapper, wire brush and body filler.
Communicate with estimator and parts department in order to get an ETA on parts.
Problem solving issues, while meeting a specific time of delivery.
Removed all interior panels and exterior appliqués to gain access to dent. PDR (paint less dent repair)
Removed and replaced windshield using OEM procedures.
Section in frame rails while setting up Cellett bench.
Building jegs to set replacement part in place on cellette.
Measure vehicle before pulling on the car-o-liner.
Complete full tear downs in order to write a work order on audtex. Making sure all damage is not over looked. Paying attention to cracked seem sealer or distorted metal.
Automotive Painter, 03/2012 to 12/2015 Carmax, Inc. – Murrieta, CA,
Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
Valued for being extremely detail oriented.
Operated hand-held spray guns and automated spray paint.
Performed buffing and finishing duties at end of each paint job.
Mixed colors to create required hues and appropriately mixed thinners.
Utilized surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of vehicles, including cars, trucks and fleet vans.
Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
Optimized paint adhesion with proper primer application.
Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
Organized safe and compliant disposal of hazardous materials to protect team members and local environment from damage.
Coordinated new paint coats with either original manufacturer color specifications or current conditions.
Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Maintained equipment functionality with Timeframe inspections, disassemblies and cleaning of component parts.
Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
Automotive Prep, 01/2009 to 12/2012 Sewell Cadillac Collision Center – City, STATE,
Communicated with body tech for correct parts to cut in for re assembly.
Revised all body filler to make sure it meets quality expectations.
Primer all body work brought to the paint shop.
Mixed multiple paint colors to cut in a variety of parts.
Used mixing scales to match OEM paint specification.
Cut in jams if the vehicle’s quarter panel was replaced.
Bagged and prepped vehicle for paint.
Education
High School Diploma : Accounting, Expected in 05/2008 Richardson High School - Richardson, TX GPA:
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