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James Sowell

Whitehouse,TX

Summary

Career minded autobody refinisher dedicated to the collision repair industry. I strive for excellence, efficiency, and optimum results reflected by maximum effort. I see the future of Automotive Collision centers heading in the MSO direction and feel that my experience and education would be a great fit in such a company.

Work History

Lead Painter

Hall Collision Center
Tyler, MN
2024 - 2026
  • Oversaw team of painters to ensure high-quality finishes on all vehicles.
  • Developed and implemented efficient painting processes to enhance workflow productivity.
  • Mentored junior painters on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
  • Conducted quality inspections to maintain standards and improve customer satisfaction.

Autobody Refinisher

Classic Toyota
Tyler, TX
2020 - 2024
  • Operated refinishing equipment to restore vehicle surfaces to high-quality standards.
  • Applied paint and finishing materials using spray guns and hand tools efficiently.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols while managing hazardous materials during refinishing tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance production efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

T.k. Gorman
Tyler, TX

Associate of Arts -

Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX

Skills

Ppg Envirobase certified

BASF R&M,55 line, 90 line, 100 line certified

Toyota, MB, BMW, GMC certified

ICar P3 platinum certified

-all current

Timeline

Lead Painter

Hall Collision Center
2024 - 2026

Autobody Refinisher

Classic Toyota
2020 - 2024

High School Diploma -

T.k. Gorman

Associate of Arts -

Tyler Junior College
James Sowell