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Ben Upham

Sterling,AK

Summary

Diligent Auto Body Technician with 20+ Years experience. 16 years in Alaska. Driven to deliver exceptional quality work within stringent deadlines. Strong track record of dependability and a superior work ethic in industry roles.


I was an aircraft structural safety equipment mechanic in the U.S Navy for 4 years. Dealing with ejection seats and life support equipment on S3 aircraft.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Autobody Repair Technician

Outlaw Body And Paint
01.2022 - Current
  • Fiberglass Repair.
  • Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
  • Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
  • Plastic welding and bumper repair.
  • Paintless Dent Repair.
  • Auto Glass repair and replacement.

Paintless Dent Repair Technician

Alaska Auto Armor
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • Pushing dents and glue pulling, small and large dents.
  • Buffing and wet sanding
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Replaced windshields and windows in vans, trucks and cars.
  • Removed particles such as dirt and loose glass from damaged areas.
  • Applied primer, installed glass and monitored curing.
  • Processed returns of glass and moldings.
  • Wrote tickets, updated accounts and closed out work orders.

Autobody Repair Technician

Kenai Auto Inc.
12.2012 - 12.2021
  • Fiber glass Repair
  • Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
  • Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
  • Plastic Welding and repair.
  • Paintless Dent Repair

Autobody Repair Technician and Painter

Driven Autobody
02.2010 - 11.2012
  • Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
  • Sprayed specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
  • Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
  • Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
  • Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
  • Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
  • Used metal pick hammers and punches to remove minor pits and dimples in body.
  • Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
  • Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bingham High School
South Jordan, UT
05.1997

Skills

  • Fiber Glass/SMC repair
  • Automotive Painting
  • I-CAR Certified
  • Body Part Replacement
  • Collision Repair
  • Welding
  • Frame Assessment
  • Windshield Replacement
  • Damage Assessment

Timeline

Autobody Repair Technician

Outlaw Body And Paint
01.2022 - Current

Paintless Dent Repair Technician

Alaska Auto Armor
01.2020 - 07.2023

Autobody Repair Technician

Kenai Auto Inc.
12.2012 - 12.2021

Autobody Repair Technician and Painter

Driven Autobody
02.2010 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Bingham High School

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