Donald Mccombs
Middletown,NY
Summary
Dedicated Detail Manager bringing ten years of experience working in Automotive establishments. Excel in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Strong team leader and trainer ready for new professional challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Detail Manager
Healey Brothers
07.2015 - 10.2023
- Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning.
- Inspected finished work to verify employee compliance with detailing standards.
- Instructed staff on proper techniques for washing, waxing, cleaning, vacuuming and other tasks.
- Trained detail team to deliver best possible service to customers with quality work.
- Coordinated exterior and interior washing of vehicles according to customer wishes.
- Set procedures for protecting vehicle interiors through use of dyes, paints and waxes.
- Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance.
Autobody Repair
Eason's Auto Body
08.2013 - 06.2015
- 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.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Utilized computer-aided design software to mix paint.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
Autobody Repair
Barton Birks Chevrolet Cadillac
04.2011 - 07.2013
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Detailer
Healey Brothers
06.2006 - 07.2008
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
- Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
- Applied wax to vehicle exteriors and buffed to brilliant shine.
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
- Reported customer-oriented issues immediately to supervisor for swift assistance and resolution.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
- Refilled gas tanks and documented fluid levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley Central High School
Montgomery, NY06.2008
No Degree - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
Orange-Ulster BOCES
Goshen, NY06.2008
Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- Shop Management
- Staffing Coordination
- Cost Control
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Inventory Control
- Team Management
Timeline
Automotive Detail Manager
Healey Brothers
07.2015 - 10.2023
Autobody Repair
Eason's Auto Body
08.2013 - 06.2015
Autobody Repair
Barton Birks Chevrolet Cadillac
04.2011 - 07.2013
Detailer
Healey Brothers
06.2006 - 07.2008
High School Diploma -
Valley Central High School
No Degree - Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
Orange-Ulster BOCES
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