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JAMES GOODSPEED

St. George

Summary

Skilled Collision Technician offering background in automotive body repair and painting. Experience includes assessing vehicle damage, developing repair plans, and restoring vehicles to manufacturer specifications. Strengths include knowledge of various automobile makes/models, ability to work with precision tools, and strong problem-solving skills. Previous roles demonstrate commitment to customer satisfaction and high-quality workmanship through successful completion of all repairs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Collision Technician

Rocky Mountain Collision Rpr
St. George
07.2023 - Current
  • Repaired dents, straightened bent frames, and replaced damaged panels.
  • Welded replacement parts into place using MIG welding equipment.
  • Finished repaired areas by sanding them to an even surface.
  • Removed damaged parts from vehicles, such as bumpers, fenders, hoods, and grills.
  • Performed visual inspections to identify damage on vehicles.
  • Inspected completed repairs for accuracy prior to returning the vehicle to the customer.
  • Installed new parts like doors, windows, windshields, headlights, and mirrors.
  • Replaced broken glass in vehicle windows and windshields.
  • Provided technical advice regarding collision repair procedures when requested.
  • Reviewed repair estimates and discussed with customers.
  • Filled dents using hammers and dollies or plastic fillers.
  • Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
  • Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
  • Organized and maintained work areas free of potential hazards.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry standards and new repair techniques.
  • Performed dent removal using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Documented repair processes and completed work orders.
  • Performed welding to repair vehicle frames and bodies.
  • Prepared and applied body fillers to repair minor damages.
  • Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.

Custom Painting and Fabrication

JRW Rods and Customs
St. George
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Learned custom painting, body work, priming, base coat, and spraying clear, cutting, and buffing as well.
  • I was taught custom metal fabrication, and I built other parts as needed.

Collision Technician

Troys Customs
Saint George
12.2015 - 06.2023
  • Non-structural collision tech.
  • I started I-Car training as well.
  • I-Car ID# 2806127

Education

GED -

Southwest HS
St. George, UT
01-2005

Skills

  • MIG welding
  • Frame straightening
  • Panel replacement
  • Visual inspection
  • Body filler application
  • Glass replacement
  • Repair documentation
  • Collision repair
  • Automotive painting
  • Spot welding
  • Cooling system repair
  • Exhaust system repair
  • Auto body repair
  • Plastic repair
  • Vehicle disassembly
  • Airbag system repair
  • Aluminum repair
  • Corrosion protection
  • Spray gun operation
  • Fiberglass repair
  • Repair assessment

Affiliations

  • Im in the process of building several hotrods at home.

Accomplishments

  • Painted a 2014 Harley Davidson Road Glide that won Peoples choice award for paint at a bike show.

Certification

  • I-Car ID3 2806127

Timeline

Collision Technician

Rocky Mountain Collision Rpr
07.2023 - Current

Custom Painting and Fabrication

JRW Rods and Customs
03.2022 - 06.2023

Collision Technician

Troys Customs
12.2015 - 06.2023

GED -

Southwest HS

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