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Jonathan Engard

Bonham,TX

Summary

Accomplished Paint and Body Technician with a proven track record at Camping World and other various locations, adept in auto body repair estimation and decorated with managerial skills. Expertly managed teams at several prominent full service RV locations, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty through exceptional service and high-quality workmanship. Demonstrates master-level proficiency in body work and paint, ensuring top-notch vehicle performance and reliability.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paint and Body Technician

Camping World
01.2021 - Current

I was the only Paint and Body technician at this location for the majority of the time of my employment, and was in charge of completing all retail based paint and body repairs, as well as all insurance work tasked to our facility. I also performed tasks in the service and PDI world when necessary.

Assistant Service Manager / Body Shop Consultant

Lazy Days Rv Repair & Sales
07.2017 - 01.2021
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving service and paint and body-related concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Managed a team of technicians to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks and high-quality workmanship.
  • Coordinated schedules and assigned work orders to maximize productivity within the service and paint and body department.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and increased loyalty.
  • Followed up with customers during and after installations / repairs to verify satisfaction.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, addressing concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.

RV Technician

Discount RV Center
10.2013 - 06.2017
  • Installed newly purchased equipment in recreational vehicles.
  • Diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical issues for enhanced vehicle performance and reliability.
  • Communicated with customers, manufacturer representatives and company superiors to resolve recreational vehicle system and equipment problems.
  • Collaborated with service advisors to ensure accurate communication of repair needs, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
  • Applied preventive and predictive maintenance techniques to obtain optimal performance from RVs and systems.
  • Performed comprehensive pre-delivery inspections of new RVs, guaranteeing quality assurance for customers.
  • Enhanced customer trust by providing transparent estimates on repair costs and timeframes, leading to repeat business.

PDI and Service Manager

K&C RV/Freedom Roads
08.2010 - 08.2012
  • Resolved customer complaints in professional and timely manner.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into opportunities for continued patronage.
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • NOTE: Eventually managed the PDI, Wash Bay, Service, Warranty and Body Shop departments

Owner

J&E Truck & Trailer Body and Paint
01.2002 - 11.2008
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Assisted in any repairs / custom work as needed.
  • NOTE: Was the primary holder of Budweiser, Miller Lite, Coka Cola, Thrifty Car Rentals, and Enterprise accounts in the region.

Education

High School Diploma -

Upland High School
Upland, CA
08.1977

Skills

-Decorated and Documented Managerial skills

-Adeptness in Auto Body repair estimation

-Master level body work technician

-Well versed in frame work

-Welding experience

-Master level paint experience

Certification

-I-Car

-Dupont/Axalta

-PPG

-Sikkens

-Kansas Jack Frame

-Chief Frame

Timeline

Paint and Body Technician

Camping World
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Service Manager / Body Shop Consultant

Lazy Days Rv Repair & Sales
07.2017 - 01.2021

RV Technician

Discount RV Center
10.2013 - 06.2017

PDI and Service Manager

K&C RV/Freedom Roads
08.2010 - 08.2012

Owner

J&E Truck & Trailer Body and Paint
01.2002 - 11.2008

High School Diploma -

Upland High School
Jonathan Engard