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Michael Fowler

Pensacola,FL

Summary

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Auto Body Technician

First Class Body Shop
02.2024 - Current
  • Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
  • Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Inventory parts needed for jobs.
  • Keep running inventory on parts in warehouse.

Paint Prepper

Pete Moore Chevrolet
08.2017 - 12.2022
  • Sanding and prepping cars for paint, spray bed liners, install accessories, mix paint, prime vehicles
  • Cleaned and maintained sprayers and power equipment to achieve consistent quality on each painting job
  • Maintained painting and coating equipment, including cleaning and repairs
  • Removed accessories and masked adjacent surfaces to prevent overspray and damage
  • Mixed paints to expertly match original vehicle colors or new specifications
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by removing build-up from vehicles
  • Measured and replenished machine chemicals, coatings, or paints
  • Operated ovens, heat lamps, and ventilators to encourage smooth and speedy drying between coats.
  • Disassembled and expertly reassembled spray equipment for maintenance.
  • Assisted paint team with staying on track for scheduled deliveries by quickly completing work.
  • Rubbed and polished completed vehicles to achieve professional shine.
  • Removed grease, dirt and rust from surfaces of vehicles prior to painting.
  • Cleaned guns, tanks and tubes with solvents, wire brushes and cloths.
  • Helped painters blend paint to match specifications.
  • Prepared vehicles for paint application by taping and masking different areas.
  • Filled small tents and scratches with body fillers and smoothed excess materials.
  • Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
  • Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
  • Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.

Plumber's Helper

American Leak Detection
01.2017 - 08.2017
  • Assembled PVC pipe, copper lines, and flexible hose for residential water
  • Performed pipe cutting, preassembly, and installation of plumbing systems or components to specified instructions
  • Performed inspections of plumbing systems to identify defects and implemented repairs
  • Repaired defective washers or broken pipes under supervision of master plumber
  • Maintained tools and equipment in good operating condition by inspecting for signs of wear.
  • Met customer service expectations through problem resolution, daily communication and follow-up, boosting customer service scores 100%

Body Shop Assistant

Pete Moore Chevrolet
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Disassembled vehicles to help advisors assess damages and prepare repair plans
  • Inspected and test drove repaired vehicles to assess compliance with safety and quality standards
  • Removed upholstery, accessories, and equipment to access vehicle areas
  • Removed damaged parts and bolted or welded in replacement parts for severely damaged sections
  • Hammered out or filled in body dents, welded broken parts, and closed gaps with proper and safe techniques
  • Filed, ground, and sanded repaired surfaces with hand sanding or belt sanders to prepare for painting department
  • Sanded body panels or parts to be painted and covered adjacent bumpers, windows, and strip to protect from new paint.

Automotive Porter

Pete Moore Imports
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Cleaned upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces using cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devices
  • Washed, waxed, and buffed exterior of vehicles
  • Polished glass windshields, vehicle mirrors, and chrome accessories
  • Used steam cleaning equipment to remove grease and grime from engine
  • Checked fluid levels and topped off reservoirs for optimal vehicle functioning.

Education

GED -

George Stone
Pensacola, FL

Skills

  • Excellent eye for detail
  • Able to work with little to no supervision
  • Hard working
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Surface preparation
  • Hand tool use
  • Paint mixing
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Equipment operation
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Teamwork
  • Prioritization
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Inventory Skills
  • Concise time management
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Quality-focused

Timeline

Auto Body Technician

First Class Body Shop
02.2024 - Current

Paint Prepper

Pete Moore Chevrolet
08.2017 - 12.2022

Plumber's Helper

American Leak Detection
01.2017 - 08.2017

Body Shop Assistant

Pete Moore Chevrolet
01.2012 - 01.2017

Automotive Porter

Pete Moore Imports
01.2010 - 01.2012

GED -

George Stone

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