Jalen Ward Mixon
Posen,IL
Summary
Resourceful Body Shop Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring projects are completed to exact standards with minimal downtime.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Body Shop Technician
Penske Truck Leasing
Channahon, Illinois
08.2024 - Current
- Filled dents with plastic filler or bondo-type materials, sanded surfaces to prepare them for painting.
- Repaired minor body damage such as dents, scratches, rust spots and paint chips using a variety of tools.
- Reassembled all parts after repair work was completed ensuring that all nuts bolts were securely fastened.
- Installed new parts such as bumpers, fenders and mirrors according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Assisted with windshield replacements.
- Installed and aligned vehicle body parts and panels.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the work area.
- Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
- Installed electrical wiring for lights and accessories on trailers.
- Welded steel components together using MIG welding equipment.
- Identified and corrected electrical wiring errors on assemblies.
Automotive Window Installer
Nacco glass
Mokena, Illinois
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted with the transportation of glass materials to job sites.
- Replaced moldings, clips and windshield wipers to prepare for glass replacement or repair.
- Obtained windshields or windows for specific automobile makes and models from stock, examining pieces for defects prior to installation.
- Removed broken or damaged glass windshields using hand tools and established methods.
- Checked for wetness or contamination in damaged areas and dried out moisture prior to making repairs.
Education
Bremen Highschool
Midlothian, ILSkills
- Body repair
- Glass replacement
- Vehicle assembly
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Body part replacement
- Panel replacement
Timeline
Body Shop Technician
Penske Truck Leasing
08.2024 - Current
Automotive Window Installer
Nacco glass
08.2023 - 07.2024
Bremen Highschool