Daniel Shelton
Hurt,VA
Summary
Diligent collision repair technician with comprehensive background in collision repair. Successfully restored numerous vehicles to their original condition, ensuring customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques, along with strong focus on turn around time and quality control with 20+ years of experience, and I-car training.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Collision Repair Technician
Bisbee Precision Collision
Danville, VA
04.2022 - 01.2026
- Executed high-quality repairs on various vehicle makes and models, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Coordinated with insurance adjusters to facilitate seamless claim processes and expedite approvals.
- Expertly used wide range of tools for damage repair.
- Reduced turnaround time for vehicles by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
Auto Body Technician
Epps Collision Center
South Boston, VA
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability.
- Welded and finished body pieces on repairs with great skill and accuracy.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Executed thorough inspections to assess damage and recommend repair strategies.
- Applied refinishing techniques to ensure high-quality paint matching and surface finishing.
- 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.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
Mechanic
Kirby'z Customz
Altavista, VA
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bennett's Mechanical
Altavista, VA
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
Auto Body Technician
Mark's Paint And Body
Rustburg, VA
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Received and logged incoming parts orders.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Welded and finished body pieces on repairs with great skill and accuracy.
Education
GED -
Gretna High School
Gretna, VA07.2005
Auto Body - Auto Body
Pittsylvania County Vocational School
Chatham, VA06.2005
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Schematics experience
- Welding proficiency
- Frame knowledge
- Strong automobile model knowledge
- Body refinishing
- Quality-focused
Timeline
Collision Repair Technician
Bisbee Precision Collision
04.2022 - 01.2026
Auto Body Technician
Epps Collision Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
Mechanic
Kirby'z Customz
08.2020 - 04.2021
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bennett's Mechanical
02.2020 - 08.2020
Auto Body Technician
Mark's Paint And Body
03.2015 - 12.2019
GED -
Gretna High School
Auto Body - Auto Body
Pittsylvania County Vocational School