Diego Diaz
Menifee,CA
Summary
Skilled Automotive Collision Technician and Painter with a proven track record at Tesla and CarMax, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strong work ethic. Achieved significant improvements in customer satisfaction and workshop efficiency through expert auto body repair and innovative painting techniques. Holds a Steel Welding Certification, emphasizing quality and safety in every project.
Diligent Desired Position with comprehensive expertise in automotive collision repair and refinishing. Adept at diagnosing and resolving complex vehicle damages, ensuring high-quality workmanship. Demonstrated proficiency in using industry-standard tools and techniques along with strong commitment to safety and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Collision Technician
Tesla
Oceanside, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics related to turnaround times, quality of workmanship, and overall customer satisfaction ratings.
- Reduced repair times by efficiently diagnosing and addressing automotive collision issues.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
Painter
CarMax
Murrieta, CA
10.2010 - 08.2022
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Completed complex paint jobs within tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.
- Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
- Streamlined painting processes by implementing efficient spray techniques, reducing waste and increasing productivity.
- Provided excellent customer service by consulting with clients on desired outcomes and ensuring their expectations were met or exceeded upon project completion.
- Maintained a safe and clean workspace by adhering to safety protocols and properly disposing of hazardous materials, reducing workplace accidents.
- Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
- Mentored junior painters in proper techniques and best practices, fostering professional growth within the team members.
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Valley View High School
Ontario, CA06.2007
Skills
- Plastic repair techniques
- Structural component repair
- Alignment and wheel balancing
- Glass replacement expertise
- Excellent work ethic
- Auto body repair
- Hand tool proficiency
- Welding experience
- Body panel repair
- Collision repair
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- MET
- Steel welding Certification
Timeline
Automotive Collision Technician
Tesla
09.2022 - Current
Painter
CarMax
10.2010 - 08.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
Valley View High School