Christopher Coffey
Hackensack,NJ
Summary
- Dynamic auto body professional offering extensive auto body knowledge gained through 18 years of industry experience. Well-versed in repair and assembly for range of makes and models. Strong knowledge of industry best practices and insurance protocols.
- To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Diligent Auto Body Technician driven to deliver exceptional quality work within stringent deadlines. Strong track record of dependability and a superior work ethic in industry roles.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
B & C Auto Service
06.2022 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
Auto Body Technician
AFD Auto Body
09.2019 - 06.2021
- 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.
Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
Auto Body Technician
Classic Body Works
10.2016 - 09.2019
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
Auto Body Technician
Atey Autobody
05.2013 - 10.2016
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- 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.
Auto Body Technician
Jeff's Auto Body
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
Auto Body Technician Assistant
The Painter Auto Body
01.2006 - 08.2008
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, enhancing overall shop performance.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of shop performance metrics, driving continuous improvement initiatives within the team.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally throughout the entire repair process.
- Increased repeat business by maintaining a high level of professionalism and quality workmanship.
Education
Autobody Repair
Rockland County BOCES
West Nyack, NYGED -
North Rockland High School
Thiells, NY06.2008
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Body Filler Application
- Vehicle reassembly
- Welding experience
- Excellent work ethic
- Quality-focused
- Suspension Repair
- Seam sealing
- Plastic repair
- Body Panel Repair
- Adhesive bonding
- Spray Gun Operation
- Sanding Techniques
- Color sanding
- Buffing Techniques
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
B & C Auto Service
06.2022 - 04.2024
Auto Body Technician
AFD Auto Body
09.2019 - 06.2021
Auto Body Technician
Classic Body Works
10.2016 - 09.2019
Auto Body Technician
Atey Autobody
05.2013 - 10.2016
Auto Body Technician
Jeff's Auto Body
08.2009 - 05.2013
Auto Body Technician Assistant
The Painter Auto Body
01.2006 - 08.2008
Autobody Repair
Rockland County BOCES
GED -
North Rockland High School
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