David Howard
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Skilled Automotive Painter with a track record of enhancing vehicle aesthetics and durability at Elite Auto Service Collision. Demonstrated expertise in expert paint mixing and efficient surface preparation, coupled with strong leadership qualities. Achieved significant improvements in project efficiency and customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and advanced color matching techniques. Excellent maintenance and repair knowledge gained during 11-year refinishing career. Manage efficient, skilled painting of machinery, equipment and vehicles to achieve performance finishes. Responsible and team-oriented worker dedicated to exceeding expectations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Painter
Elite Auto Service Collision
02.2022 - Current
- Achieved consistent color matching by utilizing digital paint mixing systems, resulting in uniform finishes on all vehicles.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, maintaining a cohesive work environment and improving overall efficiency.
- Enhanced vehicle appearance by applying high-quality paint jobs, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Maintained a safe and clean workspace by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of hazardous materials, reducing workplace accidents.
- Conducted regular maintenance on painting equipment for optimal performance, prolonging its lifespan and maximizing return on investment.
Automotive Paint Technician
Scott's Custom Colors
11.2015 - 02.2022
- Enhanced paint shop productivity by streamlining work processes and implementing efficient time management techniques.
- Reduced rework rates by maintaining strict attention to detail during the painting process and thoroughly inspecting finished products.
- Achieved consistent color matching on all vehicles by utilizing advanced color matching technologies and regularly calibrating equipment.
- Supported the company''s sustainability initiatives by properly disposing of hazardous materials according to local regulations and minimizing waste where possible.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Automotive Refinish Technician
MC2 Collision Repair
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Ensured proper equipment maintenance schedules were followed, minimizing downtime due to malfunction or disrepair.
- Conducted thorough final inspections of finished vehicles, ensuring adherence to strict quality control measures.
- Implemented industry best practices for surface preparation, priming, painting, and clear coat application.
- Optimized workspace organization, enabling efficient access to tools and materials for maximum productivity.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
Maintenance Technician
Morris Trucking
11.2010 - 05.2013
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
South Vigo High School
Terre Haute, INGED -
GED Testing Service
Indiana10.2024
Skills
- Efficient surface preparation
- Expert paint mixing
- Detail-Oriented Finishing
- Leadership Qualities
- MIG welding
- Confined Space Entry
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics Systems
- Diagnosing, Identifying issues, and Repairing a wide array of internal combustion engines
Timeline
Automotive Painter
Elite Auto Service Collision
02.2022 - Current
Automotive Paint Technician
Scott's Custom Colors
11.2015 - 02.2022
Automotive Refinish Technician
MC2 Collision Repair
05.2013 - 11.2015
Maintenance Technician
Morris Trucking
11.2010 - 05.2013
South Vigo High School
GED -
GED Testing Service
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