Keiton Westfall
Summary
Appraiser adept at completing high volume of appraisals quickly and accurately. Motivated to exceed business expectations while delivering highly accurate results. Proven history of streamlining processes for maximized productivity. Seasoned professional with self-directed mindset and extensive experience valuing all vehicle types for damage. Highly analytical, organized and detail-oriented with systematic approach. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Appraiser
KW- Appraisals LLC
10.2020 - Current
- Answered customer questions and provided information about findings.
- Maintained high work volume and tight deadlines.
- Produced estimates on vehicles
- Visited site locations to assess damage to vehicle
- Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
- worked with inside adjuster and bodyshops to set expectations for the owner,shop,and insurance company
Auto Collision Estimator
Toyota Of Greenville
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
Collision Repair Technician
Toyota Of Boone
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Expertly used wide range of tools for damage repair.
- Repaired surface damage utilizing wide range of systems and methodologies.
- Produced detailed checklist for body shop management team.
- Analyzed all surfaces closely for imperfections prior to painting jobs across entire vehicle
- Completed road tests and safety review before releasing repaired vehicles to owners.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corry Area High School
Corry, PANo Degree - Automotive And Hotrod Study
Wyotech
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Mathematical Calculations
- Collecting Documentation
- Photography Skills
- Documentation Requirements
- Visual Inspections
- Research Abilities
- Market Valuations
- Quality Control
- Data Collection
- Appraisal Analysis
- Value Estimation
- Estimation Skills
- Estimations Understanding
Certification
state of south carolina licensed appraiser
Timeline
Independent Appraiser
KW- Appraisals LLC
10.2020 - Current
Auto Collision Estimator
Toyota Of Greenville
07.2017 - 05.2020
Collision Repair Technician
Toyota Of Boone
01.2015 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Corry Area High School
No Degree - Automotive And Hotrod Study
Wyotech
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