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David Padron

Las Vegas

Summary

Seasoned Automotive Collision Technician with a proven track record at Collision Champs, enhancing vehicle safety and customer satisfaction through expert metalworking and effective mentorship. Skilled in adhesive bonding techniques and workplace safety, consistently exceeding performance metrics by leveraging advanced welding techniques and fostering positive supplier relationships. Achieved notable efficiency and quality control improvements, contributing to team success and professional growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automotive Collision Technician

Collision Champs
10.2024 - Current
  • Mentored and trained new employees, sharing valuable insights on industry protocols and best practices for successful career growth within the company.
  • Improved vehicle safety by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying necessary repairs after collisions.
  • Maintained positive relationships with parts suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials needed for collision repairs.
  • Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair prices for customers, resulting in favorable outcomes for all parties involved.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics related to turnaround times, quality of workmanship, and overall customer satisfaction ratings.

Automotive Collision Technician

Infinity
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Streamlined workflow with thorough documentation of repair processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate damage assessments for collision repairs.
  • Provided excellent support to fellow technicians when troubleshooting complicated issues or seeking guidance on best practices for specific tasks.
  • Increased shop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized work environment and managing inventory of repair tools and equipment.

Automotive Collision Technician

Chapman Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
03.2020 - 01.2024
  • Ensured high-quality results with meticulous attention to detail when performing color matching and paint application tasks.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and advances in automotive technology through ongoing training programs and certifications.
  • Contributed to team success by collaborating with other technicians on large-scale projects that required coordination of skills and knowledge sharing.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Don Lugo High School
Chino, CA
06-1990

Skills

  • Expert metalworking
  • Adhesive bonding techniques
  • Workplace safety adherence
  • Plastic repair techniques
  • Dent repair mastery
  • Suspension systems
  • Hybrid vehicle repair
  • Automotive electrical systems
  • Quality control measures
  • Advanced welding techniques
  • Computerized measuring systems
  • Vehicle disassembly and reassembly

Certification

  • I-CAR Platinum Individual – Collision Repair Technician - Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair.
  • Car-O-Liner Frame Equipment Training Certificate – Car-O-Liner Company.
  • Platinum Individual Recognition– I-CAR.
  • Welding Skills Test & Certification– Various accredited institutions or welding schools.

Timeline

Automotive Collision Technician

Collision Champs
10.2024 - Current

Automotive Collision Technician

Infinity
01.2024 - 10.2024

Automotive Collision Technician

Chapman Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
03.2020 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Don Lugo High School

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