Allen Thurman
Metairie,LA
Summary
Dedicated Auto Body Technician with extensive experience at Crown GMC, skilled in advanced welding and precise body repairs. Recognized for mentoring junior technicians and ensuring quality-focused outcomes. Proficient in estimating repair costs and delivering exceptional client service, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Crown GMC
01.2011 - 03.2022
- Executed precise body repairs using advanced welding techniques and equipment.
- Assessed vehicle damage to develop effective repair strategies and estimates.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to facilitate seamless claim processing.
- Conducted quality inspections on completed repairs, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
Auto Body Technician
Paretti Mazda New Orleans
04.1988 - 02.2010
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to facilitate seamless claim processing.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for efficient repair workflows.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
Education
Electrical - Electrical And Real Estate
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LAGeneral Studies
East Jefferson High
Metairie, LA05-1975
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Body filler application
- Vehicle reassembly
- Welding experience
- Body panel repair
- Glass installation
- Plastic repair
- Suspension repair
- Excellent work ethic
- Quality-focused
- Hand tool proficiency
- Welding proficiency
- Client service
- Deadline oriented
- Estimating costs
- Vehicle inspection
- Repair estimation
- Attentive to detail
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Crown GMC
01.2011 - 03.2022
Auto Body Technician
Paretti Mazda New Orleans
04.1988 - 02.2010
Electrical - Electrical And Real Estate
Delgado Community College
General Studies
East Jefferson High