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Kyler Richter

Seattle

Summary

Dependable Shop Technician with proven expertise in work. Manages common repair and maintenance tasks independently and works effectively with team members on complex jobs. Offers good mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Technician

Allied Body Works
Seattle
01.2021 - 02.2026
  • Operated various tools and equipment for body repair tasks.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of vehicles for damage assessment.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow in the shop.
  • Install and weld truck bodies, subframes, hitches, and accessories
  • MIG welding and fabrication according to drawings and specifications
  • Assisted in training new technicians on shop procedures and safety protocols.
  • Upfitting commercial vehicles such as service bodies, flat beds, dump bodies, lift gates, prison transport vehicles, contractor bodies, and snow plows.
  • General knowledge of inverters, 12v and 120v systems.

Shop Management

Omega Architectural Products
Kirkland
04.2014 - 06.2019

Production Manager

  • Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by eliminating waste and production constraints
  • Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity

Shop Foreman

  • Trained, coached and supported staff members to maximize productivity
  • Safely and properly operated a variety of instruments, equipment and power tools, including Forklifts and Truck and trailer
  • Trained and mentored employees in procedures and performance improvement strategies
  • Focused on safety and efficiency when using tools, equipment and gauge

Quality Control Manager

  • Observed customer specifications by monitoring the quality control of finished products

Thermoforming Tech

  • Shipping and receiving and provided the team with the knowledge of timing and tempters need to carry out goal's for spiffed jobs
  • Boxing and packing building crate to properly fit and protect finished products
  • Maintained records of services performed in the shop management system.
  • Worked collaboratively with shop management team members to ensure that all estimates met internal standards and expectations.

Forge Crew Member

Jorgenson Forge
Seattle
01.2005 - 05.2009

Equipment Operator

  • Operated forging machinery to create high-quality metal products.
  • Used equipment such as mobile manipulator and forklifts, bobcats to complete jobs quickly and correctly
  • Kept equipment properly fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands

Remote Overhead cranes

Used equipment such as mobile manipulator and forklifts to complete jobs quickly and correctly.

  • Assisted in quality control by inspecting finished products for defects.

Education

General Studies

South Seattle Community College
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Upfitting commercial vehicles
  • Power and Hand tools
  • Detail-oriented
  • Excellent driving record
  • Leadership
  • Vehicle inspection
  • MIG welding
  • Electrical systems
  • Equipment operation
  • Inventory management
  • Quality control
  • Team collaboration
  • Production scheduling
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Safety compliance
  • Welding techniques
  • Basic Hydraulic systems
  • Machine operation
  • Precision measuring
  • Professional demeanor
  • Time management abilities

Timeline

Shop Technician

Allied Body Works
01.2021 - 02.2026

Shop Management

Omega Architectural Products
04.2014 - 06.2019

Forge Crew Member

Jorgenson Forge
01.2005 - 05.2009

General Studies

South Seattle Community College
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