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Kin Yiu Kwan

Summary

Professional Automotive Physical Damage Appraiser with 4+years of professional auto appraisal experiences.
Bilingual, team-oriented,possessing excellent communication skills. Works well independently and maintains a high level of productivity. Automotive Mechanic and Auto Physical Damage Apprasier equipped with the technical expertise and mechanical knowledge necessary to repair everything on most vehicles. Diligent Auto Mechanic committed to staying current with advances in repair. Diligent Auto Mechanic committed to staying current with advances in repair technology.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Auto Body Shop Manager

A&K Supreme Auto Body Shop
08.2018 - 07.2025
  • Provided exceptional customer service through transparent communication about repair timelines, costs, and expectations throughout the entire process.
  • Enhanced shop efficiency by streamlining repair processes and allocating tasks effectively.
  • Developed strong relationships with insurance companies to facilitate seamless claims processing for customers.
  • Coordinated ongoing staff training sessions to keep technicians updated on the latest industry advancements, tools, and techniques.

Indpendent PDA

Property Damage Appraisers (Independent Sub Contractor)
09.2015 - Current

Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.

Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.

Inspect damaged vehicles and prepare estimates for auto body repair. 

Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.Reviewed field inspections and coordinated all insurance claim audits.

Answered questions posed by insured and attorneys.Followed up with the insured individuals regarding premium and deductibles payments.

Answered customer questions regarding deductibles.

Reported to management on customer problems, field conditions, safety issues and policy problems.

Substantiated legitimate claims and denied unjustified claims.

Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.



Auto Body Estimator

Cooks Collision of Fremont
02.2015 - 09.2015

Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors.

Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.

Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

Tested vehicles and their components and systems.Interfaced with management and colleagues in a professional manner.

Inspect damaged vehicles and prepare estimates for auto body repair. Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.Reviewed field inspections and coordinated all insurance claim audits.

Answered questions posed by insured and attorneys.

Followed up with the insured individuals regarding premium and deductibles payments.

Answered customer questions regarding deductibles.Reported to management on customer problems, field conditions, safety issues and policy problems.

Substantiated legitimate claims and denied unjustified claims.

Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.




Auto Body Estimator

AW Collision San Jose
08.2013 - 02.2015
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors.
  • Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
  • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
  • Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Tested vehicles and their components and systems.
  • Interfaced with management and colleagues in a professional manner.
  • Inspect damaged vehicles and prepare estimates for auto body repair. 
  • Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.
  • Reviewed field inspections and coordinated all insurance claim audits.
  • Answered questions posed by insured and attorneys.
  • Followed up with the insured individuals regarding premium and deductibles payments.
  • Answered customer questions regarding deductibles.
  • Reported to management on customer problems, field conditions, safety issues and policy problems.
  • Substantiated legitimate claims and denied unjustified claims.
  • Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.




Automotive Physical Damage Appraiser/Clerk

Newark United Auto Body Inc.
04.2010 - 08.2013
                        • Tested vehiles and their components and systems.
                      • Removed dents, filled in cracks and painted the car exteriors to restore appearance and condition.
                    • Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
                  • Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
                • Safely used all hand and power tools, including the T-stripper, T-cutter, torque and wrench.
              • Inflated tires on a test machine and adjusted controls to simulate road conditions.
            • Interfaced with management and colleagues in a professional manner.
          • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
        • Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment.
      • Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
    • Maintained vehicle records by recording and filing all service and repairs.
  • Managed the front counter, including answering the phone and opening and closing the shop.
  • Inspecting damaged vehicles and prepare a written estimate to customers and/or insurance companies.
  • Work with insurance companies and negoite a fair price for the repairs.
  • Provide excellent customer services to clients.
  • Arranging rental car for customers when needed.





Assistant Manager

Cinemark Theatre
11.2008 - 04.2011
          • Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program.
        • Worked directly with [departments, clients, management] to achieve [result].
      • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
    • Developed and rolled out new policies.
  • Hired and trained 200 plus new hired staff.
  • Provide excellent customer service at all times.


Automotive Mechanic/Lube Technician

Insta Lube
04.2008 - 09.2009
          • Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes and brake pads.
        • Tested vehicles and their components and systems.
      • Operated equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
    • Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.



Automotive Mechanic, Clerk, Service Order Writer

GTS Auto Center
02.2007 - 08.2008

Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes and brake pads.

  • Tested vehicles and their components and systems.
  • Operated equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
  • Adjusted repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
  • Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
  • Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors.
  • Safely used all hand and power tools, including the T-stripper, T-cutter, torque and wrench.
  • Completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns.
  • Inflated tires on a test machine and adjusted controls to simulate road conditions.
  • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
  • Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment.
  • Managed and maintained the necessary level of supplies in the shop.
  • Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
  • Maintained vehicle records by recording and filing all service and repairs.
  • Managed the front counter, including answering the phone and opening and closing the shop.
  • Examined gauges and dials to verify that the testing equipment was working properly.

Aircraft Fueler/Fuel Equipment Inspector

Swissport Fueling Inc.
08.2007 - 03.2008
                • Assisted with the Safety Risk Management (SRM) process.
              • Calculated the aircraft weight and balance, performance and fuel requirements.
            • Informed pilots potentially hazardous conditions.
          • .
        • Ensured that all aircraft operational matters were within manufacturers, FAA and company limits including fuel loading, weight and balance and performance measures.
      • Worked within flight operations to maintain a culture of safety with efficient procedures.
    • .
  • Trained operations staff.



Education

Associate of Science - Automotive Mechanics

Chabot College
2007

Associate of Science - General Education

Chabot College

Skills

  • Diagnostics knowledge
  • Collision repair
  • I-CAR Platnium
  • Automotive Mechanic Familarity
  • Trim and molding tools
  • Equipment calibration

     

  • HAZMAT familiarity
  • Michell Ultramate Estimating Software
  • Mitchell Mechanical repair software
  • Safelite Auto Glass Network familarity
  • Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese and English

Additional Information

Hong Kong physical and mailing address: Rm 406 4/F 993 Kings Road Quarry Bay Hong Kong

Timeline

Auto Body Shop Manager

A&K Supreme Auto Body Shop
08.2018 - 07.2025

Indpendent PDA

Property Damage Appraisers (Independent Sub Contractor)
09.2015 - Current

Auto Body Estimator

Cooks Collision of Fremont
02.2015 - 09.2015

Auto Body Estimator

AW Collision San Jose
08.2013 - 02.2015

Automotive Physical Damage Appraiser/Clerk

Newark United Auto Body Inc.
04.2010 - 08.2013

Assistant Manager

Cinemark Theatre
11.2008 - 04.2011

Automotive Mechanic/Lube Technician

Insta Lube
04.2008 - 09.2009

Aircraft Fueler/Fuel Equipment Inspector

Swissport Fueling Inc.
08.2007 - 03.2008

Automotive Mechanic, Clerk, Service Order Writer

GTS Auto Center
02.2007 - 08.2008

Associate of Science - Automotive Mechanics

Chabot College

Associate of Science - General Education

Chabot College
Kin Yiu Kwan