Cliffton Rexroad
Bellevue,NE
Summary
Experienced Auto Body Technician with a strong background in repairing vehicle frames and body panels using industry-standard tools. Skilled in conducting paint matching and application, ensuring restored aesthetics meet quality standards. Proficient in executing high-quality welding repairs on various automotive components while maintaining safety compliance and an organized workspace. Demonstrated ability to assess repair needs, replace damaged parts, and perform thorough inspections to uphold quality control before vehicle release.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Dakota Muscle Cars
Sioux City, Iowa
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Repaired vehicle frames and body panels using industry-standard tools and techniques.
- Conducted paint matching and application to restore vehicle aesthetics.
- Executed high-quality welding repairs on various automotive components.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety standards.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
- Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
Auto Body Technician class A
LPM
Estes Park, Colorado
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Inspected vehicles for damages and assessed repair needs.
- Performed body repairs using welders, hammers, and other tools.
- Applied paint finishes to restored surfaces for a uniform appearance.
- Replaced damaged parts following manufacturer specifications and guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace throughout the repair process.
- Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
- Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Sanded, refinished and painted car bodies to improve appearance and overall value.
- Inspected completed jobs for quality control purposes prior to releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
- Repaired minor dents, dings, scratches, tears, and rips in vehicle upholstery.
- Checked all bolts, screws, nuts, for proper tightness after completion of repairs.
- Reviewed manufacturer manuals to understand vehicle specifications and parts.
- Organized and maintained work areas free of potential hazards.
Auto Body Technician
Crash Champions
Bellevue, NE
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Repaired vehicle frames and body panels using industry-standard tools and techniques.
- Conducted paint matching and application to restore vehicle aesthetics.
- Executed high-quality welding repairs on various automotive components.
Education
Bellevue East Senior High School
Bellevue, NESkills
- Frame repair
- Paint application
- Welding techniques
- Vehicle disassembly
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Auto body fabrication
- Repair assessment
- Pneumatic tool proficiency
- Fiberglass repair
- Auto body repair
- Vehicle reassembly
- Suspension repair
- Defect removal
- Power tool proficiency
- Collision repair
- Commitment to quality
- Hydraulic equipment operation
- Strong leadership skills
- Attentive to detail
- Body filler application
- Dent hammering
- Surface sanding
- Excellent work ethic
- Concise time-management
- Welding
- Frame straightening
- Hand tool proficiency
- Spot welding
- Welding experience
- Safety procedures
Military career
- SGT/E-5 63 Bravo Light and Heavy Vehicle Mechanic40th Engineer Battalion1995-1999Honors and MedalsGood Conduct Medal / National Defense Service Medal / Army Service Ribbon / Overseas Service Ribbon /
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Dakota Muscle Cars
04.2021 - 02.2024
Auto Body Technician class A
LPM
06.2017 - 12.2020
Auto Body Technician
Crash Champions
02.2015 - 06.2017
Bellevue East Senior High School