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James Osborne

Mendota Heights,MN

Summary

Customer-oriented Automotive Painter offering successful track record of performing quality paint jobs on various vehicles, including cars and trucks. Expertise in color matching, sanding and servicing and automated paint mixing. Skillful in calculating accurate estimates and denting and shaping metal to smooth surfaces. Hardworking [Job Title] demonstrating commitment to safety and efficiency. Proven history of continuously maintaining work areas to facilitate safe work environment. Many years of automotive repair industry experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking [Job Title] position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Dedicated [Industry] professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Paint Technician

Aero Colours
St. Paul, MN
01.2006 - Current
  • Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
  • Used HVLP Spray Equipment to spray specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
  • Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
  • Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
  • Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
  • Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability.
  • Welded and finished plastic body pieces on over thousands of repairs with great skill and accuracy.
  • Assembled machines and mechanics according to instructions.
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Monitored supply inventory and replenished.


Aircraft Technician

Northwest Airlines
St. Paul, MN
02.1990 - 05.2005
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Inspected all received aircraft parts to verify compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Maintained, repaired and rebuilt aircraft structures and fuel, electrical and oxygen systems.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects .
  • Used leveling compounds and scotch casts to seal parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies.
  • Collaborated with foreman to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
  • Recorded maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Operated support equipment and flight line vehicles.
  • Achieved AMT licensing.

Education

Aircraft Maintenance

Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN

Certificate - Automotive Paint Repair

Aero Colours
Bloomington MN

Skills

  • Surface finishing
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Specialty parts replacement
  • Power buffers
  • Body refinishing
  • Welding
  • PPE Compliance
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Attention to Detail
  • Self-Motivated

Hobbies

I have a passion for building and creating thing. I have crafted several wood boats, from cutting the wood to painting the finished product. I also enjoy building custom cars and trucks. I like to repair

Timeline

Automotive Paint Technician

Aero Colours
01.2006 - Current

Aircraft Technician

Northwest Airlines
02.1990 - 05.2005

Aircraft Maintenance

Northland Community And Technical College

Certificate - Automotive Paint Repair

Aero Colours
James Osborne