Corey Jackson
Americus,GA
Summary
CJ Experienced auto body technician/painter 5+ years in repair, replace and upgrade a variety parts. Perform diagnostic tests to ensure that all issues have been detected and resolved before returning car to customer. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Body Shop Tech
Blue Bird
06.2023 - Current
- Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair
- Prepares vehicles for body repair work
- Replace damaged body parts, including bumpers, fenders, hoods and trim.
- Pound out or patch dents and other minor body damage
- May also prep and paint vehicle surfaces
- Delivered consistent quality results by following manufacturer guidelines for all vehicle repairs.
- Maintained a high standard of professionalism in all interactions with customers, colleagues, and supervisors, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to company safety protocols and properly using equipment.
Senior Reconditioning Associate
CarMax
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Mask and protect parts that are not to be painted or coated
- Sanding
- Grinding and applying paint
- Inspects painted units for quality of workmanship, noting any runs, sags and unpainted areas
- Mixing and matching paint, stain and other finishes to job specifications
- Demonstrated adaptability in learning new techniques and technologies related to automotive reconditioning as industry trends evolved over time.
- Supported team goals by taking on additional responsibilities when necessary, contributing positively to overall workflow efficiency.
- Inspected vehicles for damage, documenting findings to ensure proper repair and reconditioning processes were followed.
- Performed minor mechanical repairs as needed, assisting in the overall reconditioning process of pre-owned vehicles.
- Applied wax and sealants to exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Painted engine components and related parts by using spray gun or aerosol can and masking material.
Blueprint Technician/Auto Body Technician
Masters Body Works
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Auto body tear down and reassembly of vehicles
- Blueprint of vehicles with estimators
- Auto body/metal repairs to a variety of different types of vehicles per OEM specifications
- Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards
- Checks parts against estimate and ensures proper parts are ordered and received
- Prepares vehicles for body repair work
- Notifies management of any additional repairs needed
- Notifies management of any difficulties or problems that may prevent a quality job from being performed or cause a change in the promised time
- Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair
- Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer
- Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners and other hazardous materials
- Reports any deviations to management
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and efficiency in technical processes.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
Detailer/ Delivery Driver
Sunbelt Ford Americus
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs
- Emphasized the specific product features that would stand out to customers, showing them product limitations and capabilities
- Follow routes and time schedule
- Load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate a delivery vehicle
- Moving inventory and recording supplies
- Responding to client inquiries and fulfilling their requests
- Operating buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums, and other equipment to meet service expectations
Sales Associate/Stocker
Dollar General
04.2016 - 07.2017
- Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
- Acknowledged customer issues and resolved their problems quickly and efficiently
- Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements
- Greeted customers and offered them assistance where possible
- Follow company merchandise processes; unpack, stock, restock and rotate merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays
Education
Auto Collison Diploma -
South Georgia Technical College
Americus, GA05.2021
Repair Diploma -
The Paxen Learning Center
AmericusMay 2021
Skills
- Vehicle reassembly
- Automotive Painting
- Plastic repair
- Collision repair
- Paint application
- Paint Matching
- Multitasking
- Body refinishing
Timeline
Body Shop Tech
Blue Bird
06.2023 - Current
Senior Reconditioning Associate
CarMax
02.2022 - 05.2023
Blueprint Technician/Auto Body Technician
Masters Body Works
05.2021 - 01.2022
Detailer/ Delivery Driver
Sunbelt Ford Americus
08.2017 - 02.2020
Sales Associate/Stocker
Dollar General
04.2016 - 07.2017
Auto Collison Diploma -
South Georgia Technical College
Repair Diploma -
The Paxen Learning Center
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