Auto Body Technician
Wren's Collision Center
Feb2024 - Current
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service 99.9%
- Decreased repair time by streamlining processes and effectively managing workflow in the shop.
- Enhanced team productivity by training junior technicians on industry best practices and advanced repair techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through efficient inventory management and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Exceeded company targets for customer ratings on repair quality, communication, and overall satisfaction.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
