Joshua Espinoza
Wichita,KS
Summary
To work in a place where I can apply my Knowledge/skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Restoration Technician
BNMC (Bran New Muscle Car)
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Restoring classic vehicles, Rust Repair, Body Work, Priming, Blocking, Masking, painting, and detailing.
- Performed thorough inspections to accurately assess damages and determine appropriate restoration methods.
Automotive Collision Technician (B)
Collision Works
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Conducted thorough inspections of damaged vehicles to assess the condition of all affected components
- Performed estimating and bidding tasks for frame repair, suspension, rust removal, sheet metal work, welding (Mig and Plastic), priming, blocking, masking, and headlight restoration.
- Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Performed fiberglass repairs on a variety of vehicles, showcasing versatility in skillset and ability to adapt to unique challenges.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with other technicians on large-scale projects that required coordination of skills and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair prices for customers, resulting in favorable outcomes for all parties involved.
Automotive Collision Technician (A)
Autotech Collision and Service
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Assisted painters for 0-3 months by performing tasks such as masking, priming, blocking, and paint mixing.
- Included tasks such as rust repair, panel replacement, welding, fiberglass repairs, and restorations in 3-9 months of body work experience.
- Successfully executed tasks such as frame repair, structural repair, suspension work, body off frame repairs and more during my 9-month tenure as a Collision Technician (A).
- Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
Painter
3p Processing
04.2012 - 01.2014
- Masking, sanding, mixing, priming, and completed Work orders.
- Achieved customer satisfaction by applying paint to parts according to specific mil thickness requirements
- Improved performance in solvent base, water base, and high temp operations.
- Implemented and maintained AS9100 standards to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Education
WorkKeys Assessments -
Wichita Workforce Center
Wichita, Ks08.2017
Diploma -
Limcoln Academy
Houston, Tx05.2013
Skills
- Rust repair, panel replacement, panel bonding, frame repair, and body work
- Attention to detail, fiberglass, and metal fabrication
- Automotive Service Technician
- Tune-ups (oil change, tire rotations, spark plugs/wires, etc)
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Parts Fabrication
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/11/1989
References
- Justin Vanley, Business Reference, (405)465-7261, Wichita, Ks
- Matt Espinoza, Business Reference, (918)515-0202, Tulsa, Ok
- Brandy Hern, Personal Reference, (785)310-6565, Wichita, Ks
Timeline
Automotive Restoration Technician
BNMC (Bran New Muscle Car)
01.2020 - 04.2020
Automotive Collision Technician (B)
Collision Works
02.2017 - 11.2017
Automotive Collision Technician (A)
Autotech Collision and Service
03.2014 - 02.2017
Painter
3p Processing
04.2012 - 01.2014
WorkKeys Assessments -
Wichita Workforce Center
Diploma -
Limcoln Academy
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