Mourat Bektemirov
Aurora,CO
Summary
History of improving shop productivity and work efficiency through hands-on management and good decision-making skills. Organized and disciplined with excellent communication, problem-solving and planning abilities. Dedicated shop professional familiar with leading teams, operating equipment and managing materials to support shop and field operations. Committed to high performance and safely completing all tasks. Talented Shop Foreman with over 40 years of Automotive experience. Keeps team members on-task to optimize workflow and meet challenging project deadlines. Experienced in training, coaching and motivating employees. Successful at maintaining a safe and effective shop environment. Adept at fabricating materials, welding work and maintaining equipment in good working order. Good budget administrator and schedule manager.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Foreman and Collision Manager
Northrich Automotive And Collision Center
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
Business Owner/Operator
Loyal Care Care LLC
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
General Manager
The Body Shop LLC
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Business Owner/Operator
Colorado Auto Services LLC
02.2014 - 04.2018
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Body Shop Technician/Shop Foreman
The Body Shop LLC
02.2007 - 02.2014
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Utilized computer-aided design software to design and fix body parts.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Mechanic
Feretti Motors Auto Repair
10.2003 - 09.2007
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
Education
BBA - Business Economics
Transportation And Economy/ Automotive Business
Tashkent , Uzbekistan09.1986
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Materials Management
- Equipment Usage
- Fabrication Skills
Certification
- Estimator, I-Car and Industry Training Alliance - October 2019
Languages
Russian
Full Professional
Timeline
Shop Foreman and Collision Manager
Northrich Automotive And Collision Center
11.2021 - 11.2023
Business Owner/Operator
Loyal Care Care LLC
03.2019 - 10.2021
General Manager
The Body Shop LLC
04.2018 - 03.2019
Business Owner/Operator
Colorado Auto Services LLC
02.2014 - 04.2018
Body Shop Technician/Shop Foreman
The Body Shop LLC
02.2007 - 02.2014
Mechanic
Feretti Motors Auto Repair
10.2003 - 09.2007
BBA - Business Economics
Transportation And Economy/ Automotive Business
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