David Harrison
Austin,Texas
Summary
Grow up around cars father was a mechanic for GM. work in body shops almost 25 years. In 2009 was on the build team for overhauling built a 1970 GTO for Lance Armstrong. Been in custom and taken 2 cars to SEMA 2016 and 2022. Richard Wood Kustom still work there on some builds .
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Richardson Wood Kustom
Austin, Texas
08.2017 - Current
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Cleaned repaired surfaces with solvents to ensure proper adhesion of paint or other materials.
- Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Repaired structural damage such as broken frames using jacks, hammers, wrenches .
- Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
- Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
- Checked all bolts, screws, nuts, for proper tightness after completion of repairs.
- Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
- Sanded and buffed vehicles to prepare for painting or repair work.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Maintained and recorded costs of materials and supplies to assist with job costing and revenue projections.
- Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
Auto Body Technician
Covet Buick
Austin, Texas
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Cleaned repaired surfaces with solvents to ensure proper adhesion of paint or other materials.
- Repaired structural damage such as broken frames using jacks, hammers, wrenches .
- Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
- Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
- Checked all bolts, screws, nuts, for proper tightness after completion of repairs.
- Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
Auto Body Technician
Custom Car Crafters
Austin, Texas
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Cleaned repaired surfaces with solvents to ensure proper adhesion of paint or other materials.
- Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Repaired structural damage such as broken frames using jacks, hammers, wrenches .
- Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
- Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
- Checked all bolts, screws, nuts, for proper tightness after completion of repairs.
- Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
- Provided excellent customer service throughout the entire repair process.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crockett High School
Austin, TX05-1979
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Richardson Wood Kustom
08.2017 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Covet Buick
08.2015 - 06.2017
Auto Body Technician
Custom Car Crafters
08.2013 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Crockett High School