Cody Nall
Spanish Fort,AL
Summary
Resourceful Refinish Technician and accomplished Body Shop Manager with expertise in color matching, surface preparation, and finishing techniques. Achieved high productivity and efficiency through strong problem-solving, time management, and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Developed leadership qualities to effectively motivate teams and navigate challenges in both shop and office settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Refinish Technician
Lucassen Collision
Fairhope, Alabama
04.2023 - Current
- Sanded and cleaned surfaces to enhance paint adhesion and finish durability.
- Applied primer and topcoats with spray guns to achieve high-quality, consistent finishes.
- Mixed paint colors to accurately replicate original vehicle shades for seamless repairs.
Location Manager
Maaco Auto Body
Saraland, Alabama
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed daily operations of auto body shop ensuring efficient workflow.
- Supervised staff to maintain high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated scheduling for repairs and paint jobs to optimize productivity.
• wrote repair estimates daily using CCC ONE, audatex, and Mitchell.
Refinishing Technician
Airport collision
Monroeville, Alabama
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed surface preparation for various vehicle refinishing projects.
- Operated spray guns to apply primer and paint consistently.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure finish met company standards.
Painter and prepper
David’s paint and Body
Atmore, Alabama
06.2004 - 05.2014
- Prepared surfaces for painting using sanding and cleaning techniques.
- Applied various types of paint using spray guns and brushes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
Education
Escambia County High School
Atmore, ALSkills
- Paint mixing
- Surface preparation
- Spray gun operation
- Quality inspection
- Repair estimation
- Vehicle inspection
- Customer relationship management
- Parts ordering
- Efficient workflow management
- Team supervision
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Professionalism and ethics
- Time management efficiency
- Clear coat application
- Quality control inspection
- Computerized paint systems
- Decision-making capacity
- Estimating repair costs
- Industry standard compliance
- Advanced spray techniques
- Paint mixing proficiency
- Automotive painting
- Inventory management
- Masking and taping precision
- Adaptable to new technologies
- Sanding and buffing
- Workplace cleanliness maintenance
- Automotive refinishing
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Refinish Technician
Lucassen Collision
04.2023 - Current
Location Manager
Maaco Auto Body
03.2021 - 05.2023
Refinishing Technician
Airport collision
05.2020 - 03.2021
Painter and prepper
David’s paint and Body
06.2004 - 05.2014
Escambia County High School