James Raynes
Berry,AL
Summary
I finish work on time, knowledgeable of body shop operations, knowledgeable of all hand tools, air tools, surface preparation and panel replacement. I have some knowledge on the frame machine operations. Paint prep, primer, wet sanding.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Griffins Body Masters
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- 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.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
Auto Body Technician
Presicion Collison
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and techniques through continuous learning.
- Facilitated timely project completion, coordinating with parts suppliers and other technicians.
- 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.
- Improved paint job durability with meticulous surface preparation and sealing techniques.
- Increased workshop efficiency with organization and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
19D Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army Active Duty
05.2008 - 02.2013
- Managed equipment inventory and ensured proper maintenance procedures were followed, resulting in increased availability of resources when needed.
- Participated in force protection measures to safeguard personnel from potential threats at all times.
- Assisted in maintaining vehicle readiness, contributing to the overall operational effectiveness of the unit.
- Improved mission success rate through effective communication with team members and leaders.
Education
Auto Body Certificate - Auto Body
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2014
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Body Filler Application
- Vehicle reassembly
- Welding experience
- Excellent work ethic
- Quality-focused
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Suspension Repair
- Plastic repair
- Body Panel Repair
- Adhesive bonding
- Sanding Techniques
- Buffing Techniques
- Color sanding
- Panel Replacement
- Surface Sanding
- Deadline-oriented
- Power tool proficiency
- Vehicle Inspection
- Vehicle inspections
- Body refinishing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Griffins Body Masters
05.2016 - 08.2018
Auto Body Technician
Presicion Collison
01.2014 - 04.2016
19D Cavalry Scout
U.S. Army Active Duty
05.2008 - 02.2013
Auto Body Certificate - Auto Body
Shelton State Community College
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