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Michael Simmons

Waldoboro,ME

Summary

With a proven track record of my work over the years, I excel in delivering high-quality paint jobs with meticulous attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Over 35 years of knowledge in automotive body work and painting, including boats, I consistently adhere to safety protocols, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Detailed Auto Body Painter with sound knowledge of diverse auto body paint and refinishing. Excellent attention to detail with first-rate customer service skills. Efficiently organize supplies and work stations to maintain team readiness for any job. Demonstrated expertise in wide variety of foreign and domestic vehicle makes. Hardworking and systematic to consistently complete services prior to deadlines.

I'm also a NSRA Safety Team Inspector for the Northeast division.

In May of 2003, shared our knowledge of car show experiences with a group of parents from Medomak Valley to start a Cruisin to Graduation Car Show, which was very successful in fund raising for the Senior Project Graduation.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Mike's Auto
06.2005 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Taught former auto body students from two schools. One has his own auto body collision shop now.

Auto Body Shop Manager

Steel's Reel Rods & Customs
Warren, Maine
07.2006 - 06.2011
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Ordering parts
  • Made sure employees were giving their daily tasks
  • Talked with customers to what they wanted done on their vehicles.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Auto Body Shop Manager

Motion Motors
06.1999 - 06.2006
  • Cleaned and prepare vehicles necessary for painting.
  • Delivered timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
  • Wore proper respiratory and safety equipment.
  • Maintained knowledge of equipment necessary to complete jobs, acquiring new skills and techniques.
  • Reduced paint waste with efficient mixing, measuring, and application methods.

Boat Painter

Lash Brothers Boat Shop
Friendship, Maine
03.1993 - 12.1996

Refinished and repaired boat hulls

Automotive Collision Technician/ Painter

Friendship Auto Body
02.1991 - 02.1993
  • Repaired damage to vehicles, many different makes and models.
  • Painted and blended body panels as needed.
  • Sanded and buffed.

Painter

Bath Iron Works
10.1989 - 12.1990
  • Wore proper respiratory and safety equipment at all times.
  • Cleaned and prepared equipment necessary for projects.
  • Used proper PPE and safety protocols for personal health and safety of other staff.
  • Anything that needed to be painted

Auto Body Apprentice

Hillside Collision Center
01.1988 - 05.1989


  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Sanded and removed blemishes, dents and other imperfections on painting surfaces.


Laborer

Coastal Builders
Friendship, Maine
01.1997 - 05.1999

Remodeled houses

New construction

Painted houses

Education

Production Management

DuPont Performance Services
Portland, ME
09.2013

No Degree -

PPG Training Center
Windsor Locks, CT
09.2009

High School Diploma -

Medomak Valley High School
Waldoboro, Maine 04572
06.1989

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Attention to Detail
  • Painting vehicles
  • Exterior Painting on boats
  • Clear coat application
  • Adherence to safety protocols
  • Have the ability to work with anyone
  • Very patient
  • I would love to share my knowledge with students that want to learn the automotive trade

Timeline

Auto Body Shop Manager

Steel's Reel Rods & Customs
07.2006 - 06.2011

Owner

Mike's Auto
06.2005 - Current

Auto Body Shop Manager

Motion Motors
06.1999 - 06.2006

Laborer

Coastal Builders
01.1997 - 05.1999

Boat Painter

Lash Brothers Boat Shop
03.1993 - 12.1996

Automotive Collision Technician/ Painter

Friendship Auto Body
02.1991 - 02.1993

Painter

Bath Iron Works
10.1989 - 12.1990

Auto Body Apprentice

Hillside Collision Center
01.1988 - 05.1989

Production Management

DuPont Performance Services

No Degree -

PPG Training Center

High School Diploma -

Medomak Valley High School
Michael Simmons