Mitchell Hausmann
Paw Paw,MI
Summary
Accomplished collision and refinishing technician with the knowledge to make smart and safe repairs while following all the OEM procedures from start to finish.
Well-qualified scheduling professional with good team management skills and motivational approach. Writes, implements and manages effective scheduling policies for field and umpire availability.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease turnover and promote organizational efficiency.
Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Collision Repair Technician
Autobody USA/CollisionRight
06.2023 - Current
- Identifying damage and then communicating with the estimators on what the repair plan should be.
- I am familiar with the CCC pathways system for taking supplement photos with the app on my phone and also inputting part numbers in the work file for jobs on computers.
- Working with estimators to adjust estimates and work on a proper repair plan.
- Mentor/Trainer for apprenticeships.
- Mirror matching and checking in parts.
- Preformed all duties related to the body of the vehicles before refinishing.
- Using ALLDATA for finding and following OEM repair procedures.
- Identifying the extent of structural damage using the Shark 3D measuring system or the MATRIX Wand measuring tool.
- Frame rail sectioning and replacement.
- Structural straightening of unibody frames and full frame vehicles.
- Replaced mechanical components such as radiators, condensers wiring harnesses, fuse boxes, and suspension related to a collision.
- Changing damaged wheels and tires and performing alignments.
- Replaced and calibrated ADAS components and systems.
- Run pre and post scans on vehicles using a Bosch scan tool or using Airpro scans and communicating with their techs on potential problems and then diagnosing those problems and coming up with solutions.
Director of Baseball Operations
Paw Paw Youth Baseball & Softball
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored annual budget, revenue goals for facility upgrades.
- Established personnel policies and developed coach training and development programs.
- Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
- Analyzed parent and coach feedback and identified areas for improvement to drive success.
- Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.
- Reported issues to other board members with great detail.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of board members.
- Observed each coaches individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Scheduling Coordinator & Umpire Coordinator
Paw Paw Youth Baseball & Softball
Paw Paw, MI
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong working relationships with coaches and other board members through effective scheduling and communication skills.
- Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
- Communicated scheduling changes to coaches and umpires.
- Proactively identified scheduling issues and developed quick solutions to promote efficiency.
- Worked with the President and Softball Director to plan and coordinate field and umpire schedules.
Collision Refinishing Technician
Caliber Collision
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Identifying damage and then communicating with the estimators on what the repair plan should be.
- I am familiar with the CCC pathways system for taking supplement photos with the app on my phone and also inputting part numbers in the work file for jobs on computers.
- Mirror matching and checking in parts.
- Preformed all duties related to the body of the vehicles before refinishing.
- Using ALLDATA for finding and following OEM repair.
- Frame rail sectioning and replacement.
- Structural straightening of unibody frames and full frame vehicles.
- Replaced mechanical components such as radiators, condensers wiring harnesses, fuse boxes, and suspension related to a collision.
- Changing damaged wheels and tires and performing alignments.
- Replaced and calibrated ADAS components and systems.
- Prepping and refinishing vehicles when any of the paint shop is on vacation.
- Prepare panels for paint including sanding and masking.
- Refinishing duties such as mixing color with Axalta refinishing systems.
- Tinting paint and making spray out cards for blending color onto panels.
Auto Claims Adjuster
Allstate
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: CCC Estimating Systems, Mitchell Estimating Systems
- Allstate
- CCC Estimating Systems
- Mitchell Estimating Systems
- Photo estimates
- Shop supplements
- Settling Total Loss claims
- Customer service calls, updating customers about estimates and repair timelines.
- Virtual Assist estimates and supplements.
- Updating customers files within the Allstate system.
- CCC Estimating Systems, Mitchell Estimating Systems
Collision and Refinishing Technician
Autobody USA/Collision Right
05.2015 - 06.2021
- Using PPGs 5s system for blueprinting vehicles, identifying damage and then communicating with the estimators on what the repair plan should be.
- I am familiar with the CCC pathways system for taking supplement photos with the app on my phone and also inputting part numbers in the work file for jobs on computers.
- Mirror matching and checking in parts.
- Preformed all duties related to the body of the vehicles before refinishing.
- Using ALLDATA for finding and following OEM repair procedures.
- Identifying the extent of structural damage using the Shark 3D measuring system or the MATRIX Wand measuring tool.
- Frame rail sectioning and replacement.
- Structural straightening of unibody frames and full frame vehicles.
- Replaced mechanical components such as radiators, condensers wiring harnesses, fuse boxes, and suspension related to a collision.
- Changing damaged wheels and tires and performing alignments.
- Replaced and calibrated ADAS components and systems.
- Run pre and post scans on vehicles using a Bosch scan tool or using ASTECH scans and communicating with their techs on potential problems and then diagnosing those problems and coming up with solutions.
- Prepping and refinishing vehicles when any of the paint shop is on vacation.
- Prepare panels for paint including sanding and masking.
- Refinishing duties such as mixing color with PPGs Color match system.
- Tinting paint and making spray out cards for blending color onto panels.
Collision Repair Technician
Hansen Collision/Gerber Collision
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Preformed all duties related to the body of the vehicles before refinishing all while following OEM procedures.
- Frame rail sectioning and replacement.
- Structural straightening of unibody frames and full frame vehicles.
- Replaced mechanical components such as radiators, condensers and suspension parts related to a collision.
Collision/Refinish Technician
Harrington Collision
04.2007 - 08.2011
- Repairing small, medium and large dents.
- Replacing bolt on body panels.
- Replacing welded on body panels.
- Plastic Repair.
- Replaced damaged suspension parts.
- Refinishing duties like edging parts in, prepping for paint and refinishing panels. At times was a combo technician.
Shop Porter
Harrington Collision
09.2004 - 06.2006
- Take out the trash and clean the shop.
- Give customers rides home after dropping their cars off for repairs.
- Taking vehicles to the dealerships and alignment shops for repairs.
- Detailed vehicles after repairs were completed including sanding and polishing.
- Prep vehicles for paint, including sanding and masking of vehicles.
Education
Associate in Specialized Technology - Collision/Refinishing Technology and Management
Wyoming Technical Institute
03.2007
HS Diploma - undefined
River Valley High School
05.2005
Skills
- Aluminum Repair
- Steel Welding
- Aluminum Welding
- MIG Braze Welding
- Pro Spot I4S spot welder
- SP5 welder
- AL5 aluminum dent puller
- NP-3 plastic welder
- R134a A/C machine
- R1234 A/C machine
Certification
- I-CAR Platinum Certified
- I-CAR Welding Certified
- EPA Source Rule Certified
- State of Michigan Mechanics License
Timeline
Scheduling Coordinator & Umpire Coordinator
Paw Paw Youth Baseball & Softball
08.2024 - Current
Director of Baseball Operations
Paw Paw Youth Baseball & Softball
08.2023 - Current
Collision Repair Technician
Autobody USA/CollisionRight
06.2023 - Current
Collision Refinishing Technician
Caliber Collision
01.2022 - 06.2023
Auto Claims Adjuster
Allstate
06.2021 - 01.2022
Collision and Refinishing Technician
Autobody USA/Collision Right
05.2015 - 06.2021
Collision Repair Technician
Hansen Collision/Gerber Collision
08.2011 - 05.2015
Collision/Refinish Technician
Harrington Collision
04.2007 - 08.2011
Shop Porter
Harrington Collision
09.2004 - 06.2006
HS Diploma - undefined
River Valley High School
Associate in Specialized Technology - Collision/Refinishing Technology and Management
Wyoming Technical Institute
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