Jason Patzkowski

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
• Delivered vehicles with improved safety, thoroughly inspecting and repairing structural damage.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and techniques through continuous learning.
• 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.
• Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.

Up to date on all structural and non structural I-Car classes, as well as GM certified for corvette aluminum frame rail welding and replacement . Completed all types of repairs from minor to severely damaged. Performed multiple frame swaps on 1500, 2500 and 3500 trucks. Complete removal of interior for proper repair access. Removal and replacement of all components of SRS for proper repair, and safety of occupants.

Along with regular insurance work, I worked on a lot of fleet vehicles. PG&E trucks, light duty up to large boom trucks. Fresno county irrigation trucks, Fresno police vehicles and CHP vehicles. Several classic car "restorations" as well.