John Smyda
Merritt Island,FL
Summary
Adept at leveraging extensive mechanical knowledge and MIG welding skills, I significantly enhanced shop efficiency at Truckworx Kenworth Body Shop - Graysville by streamlining processes and mentoring a team of 10. Renowned for exceptional attention to detail and customer service, my work consistently surpasses expectations, embodying a commitment to quality and operational excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician
Sky Powersports
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Alignment Technician
Classic Collision Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed test drives on vehicles before inspection to assist with diagnosing problems and after inspection to confirm problem resolution.
- Ensured accurate diagnosis of alignment issues through the use of advanced computerized equipment and software systems.
- Enhanced vehicle alignment accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and adjustments.
- Maintained a clean working environment, adhering to company guidelines on cleanliness and safety protocols at all times.
- Maintained serviceability of shop machinery through regular calibration and lubrication.
Shop Foreman
Truckworx Kenworth Body Shop - Graysville
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Directed daily operations of team of 10 technicians and shop professionals.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, ensuring all projects met or exceeded company and client expectations before final delivery.
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects and smooth communication between teams.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
Collision Repair Technician
Carl Cannon Collision Center
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Repaired surface damage utilizing wide range of systems and methodologies.
- Expertly used wide range of tools for damage repair.
- Produced detailed checklist for body shop management team.
- Preserved excellent shop reputation by consistently delivering high-quality repairs that met or exceeded customer expectations.
- Assisted in mentoring junior technicians to help develop their skills and improve overall team performance.
- Improved vehicle repair quality by utilizing advanced collision repair techniques and tools.
Education
No Degree - Auto Body Repair
Douglas MacArthur State Technical Institue
Opp, AL1984
High School Diploma -
Brantley High School
Brantley, AL05.1983
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and Organization
- Paint and Refinishing
- Buffing
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and Repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality Control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Documentation And Reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Assembly and production
- MIG Welding
- Metal Fabrication
- Estimating abilities
Certification
- Master ASE Certified Collision Repair
- I-Car Platinum Collision Repair
Timeline
Technician
Sky Powersports
09.2024 - Current
Alignment Technician
Classic Collision Center
07.2024 - 09.2024
Shop Foreman
Truckworx Kenworth Body Shop - Graysville
02.2023 - 11.2023
Collision Repair Technician
Carl Cannon Collision Center
10.2021 - 02.2023
No Degree - Auto Body Repair
Douglas MacArthur State Technical Institue
High School Diploma -
Brantley High School
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