Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Assessments - Indeed web
Personal Information
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Nathan Pegler

Maryville,TN

Summary

Resourceful Reconditioning Technician adept at completing high-quality work in streamlined and efficient processes. Possess specialized skills in various substrate repair, spray applications, vehicle paint correction, and overall vehicle cosmetic restoration which contribute to superior end results. Excels in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth transition workflow and customer satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paint Reconditioning Tech

Dents and Details
Knoxville, TN
05.2025 - Current
  • Inspected vehicles for cosmetic damage and identified repair needs.
  • Performed both collision and cosmetic repairs and paint refinishing to retail and rental vehicles
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety standards.
  • Communicated to front office any hidden damage after tear-down and assessed parts order needs.

Business Owner

Country Meadow Lawncare
Nashville, US
03.2020 - 11.2022
  • Owner/Operator of Country Meadow Lawncare.

Auto Body Shop Owner

G & J Auto Sales
Louisville, US
05.2018 - 04.2020
  • Worked in conjunction with a wholesale buyer to recondition vehicles.
  • Sole owner of body shop including: Estimates, material orders, time and work order management, repairs, and refinishing.
  • Managed daily operations of auto body repair facility.
  • Coordinated scheduling for repairs and maintenance tasks.

Assistant Manager of Operations

Wright's Auto Body
Hermitage, TN
07.2008 - 04.2018
  • Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient workflow in auto body repairs.
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels for materials used in repairs.
  • Supported staff training to enhance team skills and service quality.
  • Worked along side Mr. Wright to complete repairs and ensure timely delivery to customers.
  • Analyzed operational processes to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
  • Motivated employee performance and satisfaction through fair evaluation, process review and mentoring.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and made recommendations for improvements.

Painter/Prep

Service King
Nashville, TN
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning prior to painting.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete jobs on schedule and within specifications.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.

Education

Vocational - Collision Repair Technology

Nashville Auto Diesel College
07.2004 - 08.2005

Skills

  • Auto Body Repair
  • Auto Estimating
  • Delivery Driver Experience
  • Auto Painting
  • Buffing
  • Pricing
  • Lawn Care
  • Computer Networking
  • IT
  • Airless Paint Spraying
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Mowing
  • Woodworking
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team leadership
  • Quality assurance
  • Employee training
  • Quality control analysis

Certification

  • I-Car Gold - Refinishing LvlI
  • Driver's License, 12/01/16, 12/31/28

Assessments - Indeed web

  • Automotive maintenance, Proficient, 06/01/22
  • Technical support: Customer situations, Proficient, 06/01/22
  • Work style: Conscientiousness, Proficient, 09/01/23
  • Attention to detail, Proficient, 01/01/23
  • Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 06/01/22
  • Technical support, Proficient, 06/01/22
  • Work motivation, Proficient, 09/01/23
  • Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 12/01/23
  • Delivery driver, Proficient, 02/01/23
  • Basic computer skills, Proficient, 06/01/22

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer
  • Title: Repair Technician, Cosmetic Specialist

Timeline

Paint Reconditioning Tech

Dents and Details
05.2025 - Current

Business Owner

Country Meadow Lawncare
03.2020 - 11.2022

Auto Body Shop Owner

G & J Auto Sales
05.2018 - 04.2020

Painter/Prep

Service King
09.2015 - 08.2016

Assistant Manager of Operations

Wright's Auto Body
07.2008 - 04.2018

Vocational - Collision Repair Technology

Nashville Auto Diesel College
07.2004 - 08.2005