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Education
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Christopher Earley

Jeffersonville,IN

Summary

At Jims Body Shop, I honed my expertise in auto body repair and paint matching, demonstrating an exceptional work ethic and hand-tool proficiency. My dedication to quality and efficiency led to enhanced customer satisfaction and a significant reduction in waste, showcasing my ability to deliver superior results under tight deadlines.

Overview

24
years of professional experience

Work History

Jims Body Shop

Auto Body Technician
04.2000 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • 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.
  • Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
  • 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.
  • Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
  • Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
  • Reduced waste generation by recycling materials where possible and following environmentally friendly disposal procedures.
  • Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
  • Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
  • Performed meticulous color matching using paint mixing systems, resulting in seamless paint finishes that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
  • Improved paint job durability with meticulous surface preparation and sealing techniques.
  • Ensured color accuracy and quality, expertly mixing and applying automotive paints.

Education

Ppg Master Class
New Orleans, LA

Ppg Certification from Paint Mix Ratios Spraying Tech
1998

University Overview

20 plus years experience at Jim's from mixing an matching colors. Blending colors in a panel melting clear in.

Buffing the finished product. Fix dents , hang out panels. From stripping parts to priming. Fixing plastic bumpers.Fiberglass hoods an repair. Haven't welding ex

Worked at Clifford's Inc 4 years preped an painted car haulers garbage trucks semis trailers Used dupont imrom6000 centuries 5000

Skills

  • Auto body repair
  • Body Filler Application
  • Vehicle reassembly
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Seam sealing
  • Plastic repair
  • Body Panel Repair
  • Adhesive bonding
  • Spray Gun Operation
  • Sanding Techniques
  • Buffing Techniques
  • Color sanding
  • Panel Replacement
  • Surface Sanding
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Damage Assessment
  • Headlight restoration
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Paint Matching
  • Automotive Painting
  • Custom paint jobs
  • Parts Replacement
  • Body refinishing

Timeline

Auto Body Technician

Jims Body Shop
04.2000 - 05.2024

Ppg Master Class

Ppg Certification from Paint Mix Ratios Spraying Tech
Christopher Earley