Dar’Quavion Wilson
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position With a growing company. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Paint Technician
Discount Auto Body
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Maintained exceptional work quality standards through rigorous surface preparation, masking, and sanding procedures prior to painting.
- Maintained a high level of organization in the work area by keeping tools and equipment clean, properly stored, and easily accessible.
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
- Operated hand-held spray guns and automated spray paint.
- Mixed colors to create required hues and appropriately mixed thinners.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies and cleaning of component parts.
- Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Automotive Sales Associate
Showcase Auto Sales LLC
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Closed deals efficiently by guiding buyers through paperwork processes, ensuring accuracy of information provided, and answering any questions along the way.
- Coordinated test drives for interested buyers, ensuring a seamless experience that showcased each vehicle''s capabilities.
- Maximized revenue opportunities by upselling additional products like extended warranties or optional accessories when appropriate for the customer''s needs.
- Improved showroom presentation through strategic vehicle placement that highlighted key features and promoted interest from potential buyers.
- Assisted in marketing efforts such as creating promotional materials and updating online listings to attract new customers to the dealership.
- Fielded incoming inquiries via phone or email, providing accurate information and directing customers to the appropriate sales associate when necessary.
- Collaborated with finance team to secure favorable loan terms for customers, ensuring smooth transactions and high satisfaction rates.
- Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing concerns, resolving issues efficiently, and providing exceptional service throughout the sales process.
- Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks.
- Completed registration paperwork and sales documentation.
Automotive Detailer
Showcase Auto Sales LLC
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Exceeded performance expectations while working efficiently under pressure during peak business hours or tight deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent quality and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient detailing processes.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Enhanced vehicle appearance with meticulous attention to detail and use of high-quality products.
- Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
- Refilled gas tanks and documented fluid levels.
- Applied chemicals and used high-pressure wash and scrubbers to clean rims.
- Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
- Maintained records of cleaning activities.
- Painted engine components and related parts by using spray gun or aerosol can and masking material.
Automotive Painter's Assistant
Carsmetology
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Operated hand-held spray guns and automated spray paint.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arthur Hill High School
Saginaw, MI06.2012
Skills
- Masking Procedures
- Sanding Techniques
- Primer Application
- Paint Preparation
- Automotive Paint Application
- Attention to Detail
- Body refinishing
- Reliability
- Hand tool use
- Detail Oriented
- Body Filler Application
- Vehicle reassembly
Timeline
Automotive Paint Technician
Discount Auto Body
04.2021 - 10.2023
Automotive Sales Associate
Showcase Auto Sales LLC
12.2018 - 01.2020
Automotive Detailer
Showcase Auto Sales LLC
05.2018 - 12.2018
Automotive Painter's Assistant
Carsmetology
07.2016 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Arthur Hill High School
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