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Work History
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Christine McCollum

Semmes,AL

Summary

Dependable automotive professional with expertise in repairing and maintaining diverse vehicle components and systems. Good troubleshooting and planning abilities with superior work ethic. Adept at reading and understanding technical documentation. Excellent customer service, time management and multitasking abilities. Organized and hard working candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Hard working individual seeking fast paced, professional environment with room for professional growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Technician

Mullinax Ford
11.2022 - Current
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Repair of minor wiring damage and pigtail replacement.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.

Automotive Service Writer /Automotive Parts Specialist

Cockrell's Body Shop
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Greeted customers via telephone and in person to answer questions, resolve concerns and complete sales.
  • Wrote estimates and created work orders utilizing CCC and ProfitNet .
  • Distributed work to technicians to ensure a consistent work flow and timely repairs.
  • Received and distributed parts to technicians as well as creating and maintaining an inventory of back stock.
  • Reached out to vendors outside usual network to find parts not available from traditional sources.
  • Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
  • Worked with vendors to place new orders, handle shortage and resolve defective parts issues.
  • Wrote estimates for OE parts providers in order to be reimbursed for labor needed to repair damaged parts.
  • Ordered parts from various distributors to fulfill demands.
  • Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
  • Located new vendors with better costs per unit and set up favorable terms and pricing structures to reduce company expenses.
  • Inspected parts for defects, removing damaged parts, and replacing with new ones.
  • Rejected unusable parts upon receiving in order to be more cost effective.

Automotive Technician

Advanced Auto Body & Collision Center
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
  • Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
  • Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.

Automotive Body Technician

Professional Collision Centers
11.2013 - 08.2018
  • Replaced headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
  • Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
  • Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.

Automotive Paint Prepper Technician

Mickey Bradford's Paint And Body
05.2003 - 10.2013
  • Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
  • Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
  • Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
  • Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
  • Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
  • Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
  • Used specialized cleaning products to remove stains from interior and exterior surfaces.
  • Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
  • Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.

Skills

  • Writing Work Tickets
  • OSHA Regulation Compliance
  • Managing Parts
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Operating Air Compressors
  • CCC and ProfitNet
  • Operating Pneumatic Tools
  • HAZMAT Knowledge
  • Customer Relations
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • PartsTrader and Entegral

Certification

ICAR certified non structural technician

MVAC certification

PPE and Respiratory Protection certification

Safe driving course completion


Timeline

Automotive Technician

Mullinax Ford
11.2022 - Current

Automotive Technician

Advanced Auto Body & Collision Center
05.2020 - 05.2021

Automotive Service Writer /Automotive Parts Specialist

Cockrell's Body Shop
08.2018 - 10.2022

Automotive Body Technician

Professional Collision Centers
11.2013 - 08.2018

Automotive Paint Prepper Technician

Mickey Bradford's Paint And Body
05.2003 - 10.2013

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