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John Heslin
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John Heslin

Port Reading,NJ

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Work Type

Contract WorkPart Time

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On-Site

Important To Me

Flexible work hours401k match

Summary

Skilled Auto Body Technician with extensive experience in vehicle inspection and body repair techniques. Committed to quality control and safety compliance, ensuring high standards in all repair processes.

Overview

40
40

Years of professional experience

2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certification

Work History

frame and combo

Key Auto Body
Matawan, NJ
10.2025 - 12.2025

Pull frame and Unibody vehicles back to factory specifications using Chief EZ Liner multiple pull bench system.Align new or used panels within normal tolerance of original gaps.using quality tram gauge to get withing close measurements then using Shark Sonar Measuring system printing out measurements before vehicle was pulled - after accident-then printing out measurements once pulling was complete with all measuring points being on target and withing 4mm tolerance

Auto Body Technician

Pats Auto Body
Carteret, New Jersey
06.1999 - 12.2023
  • Inspected vehicles for damage and assessed repair needs.
  • Performed body repairs using hand tools and welding equipment.
  • Replaced damaged parts to restore vehicle structure and appearance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety compliance.
  • Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
  • Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
  • Sanded, refinished and painted car bodies to improve appearance and overall value.
  • Performed diagnostic tests on vehicles to detect issues and root causes.
  • Inspected completed jobs for quality control purposes prior to releasing vehicles back to customers.
  • Performed preliminary inspection of vehicles to determine extent of damage.
  • Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
  • Repaired structural damage such as broken frames using jacks, hammers, wrenches .
  • Applied rust-proofing treatments to protect vehicle bodies from corrosion.
  • Checked all bolts, screws, nuts, for proper tightness after completion of repairs.
  • Reviewed manufacturer manuals to understand vehicle specifications and parts.
  • Organized and maintained work areas free of potential hazards.
  • Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean workspace by sweeping floors and disposing of hazardous materials properly.
  • Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
  • Assisted the shop manager in ordering supplies when needed.
  • Performed dent removal using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Prepared and applied body fillers to repair minor damages.
  • Utilized computerized measuring systems for accurate repairs.
  • Performed welding to repair vehicle frames and bodies.
  • Kept up-to-date with industry standards and new repair techniques.
  • Installed and aligned vehicle body parts and panels.
  • Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
  • Worked according to manufacturers' instructions to determine correct methods for restoring and replacing parts.

Education

GED—iCAR CERTIFICATIONS
Woodbridge, NJ

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Body repair techniques
  • Welding proficiency
  • Quality control processes—door skins Auto body experience—Data Liner bench system—Laser measuring—-4 mm tolerances—Car O Liner bench system—Measuring —fixed tubing system—-Chief EZ-Liner—Hercules computer sonar measuring system—-And utilizing Tram Gauges—-Kuhn tower puller portable bench system utilizing pots in floor for bench and pulling—

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

Multiple certificates from attending ICAR classes—-CERTIFICATION ALSO FROM DATALINER FRAME MACHINE TESTING certification use of multiple pulling techniques and using laser measuring equipment procedures correctly—-Certification for automotive AC system’s CFC/12 refrigerant recycling and service procedures in compliance of section 609 of the clean air act needed for purchasing of different types of Freon at the time. OSHA COMPLIANT —iCAR COLLISION and welding never use brazing rod on sheet metal or high Strength Steel only mig welding is acceptable! The heat needed to flow the material severely weakens the metal around the welds causing significant damage and safety issues!—-iCar suspension training key point if anything is bent on a suspension it is imperative to replace and never repairiCAR TECHNICAL USE OF ADHESIONS ON AUTOMOTIVE URETHANE AND TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS If the urethane repair uses a adhesion promoter or primer use it or the product can loose half its ahesion properties iCAR certification in Unibody repair procedures including but not limited to HSS =High Strength Steel - replacing frame rails and floor pans including alignment and replacement of Quarter panels and Deck Lid

Accomplishments

Experienced on DATALINER PORTABLE AND BENCH- ALSO CAROLINER—CHIEF EZLINER—KOREK floor system—KUHN PULLING TOWER PORTABLE BENCH ANCHORING POTS IN GROUND—MEASURING —LASER =DATALINER—SHARK SONAR MEASURING COMPUTER PRINT OUT BEFORE AND AFTER DOCUMENTATION =CHIEF EZLINER AND OF COURSE TRAM GAUGES —I HAVE MY OWN

Additional Information

Contact info=iphone 732-675-1440——email—johnchains@icloud.com

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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evening
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Timeline

frame and combo

Key Auto Body
10.2025 - 12.2025

Auto Body Technician

Pats Auto Body
06.1999 - 12.2023

GED—iCAR CERTIFICATIONS
John Heslin