Nicholas Nicholson
Journeyman autobody tech
Wheatland,CA
Summary
Diligent Auto Body Technician driven to deliver exceptional quality work within stringent deadlines. Strong track record of dependability and a superior work ethic in industry roles. Dependable auto body repair professional actively pursuing an opportunity to bring value to Autobody team . Skilled in auto body repair and estimation demonstrated over 14 years of industry experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Vices Collision
Citrus Heights, CA
02.2014 - 10.2019
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Caliber Collision
Yuba City, CA
06.2012 - 02.2014
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Stymiest Auto Body
Placerville, CA
09.2009 - 06.2012
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Golden State Auto Body
Oroville, CA
04.2005 - 09.2009
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Cooks Collision
Elk Grove, CA
12.2003 - 04.2005
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheatland Union High School
Wheatland, CA06.1998
Skills
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Dent Filling
- Accurate Estimates
- Customer Satisfaction
- Vendor Relationships
- Concise Time Management
Certification
icar platinum since 2005, macs cert since 2005, Ase structual and non structual body repair since 2006, lexus Toyota scion certified since 2006, BMW certified since 2007, welding structual and non stuctual since 2009, shop duties and equipment experience,caroliner rack and measuring experience since 2005, hunter wheel alignment and tire mount and balance experience since 2005, chief frame rack experience 2007, shark measuring since 2007, and Genesis measuring from 2012
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Timeline
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Vices Collision
02.2014 - 10.2019
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Caliber Collision
06.2012 - 02.2014
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Stymiest Auto Body
09.2009 - 06.2012
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Golden State Auto Body
04.2005 - 09.2009
Journeyman Autobody Tech
Cooks Collision
12.2003 - 04.2005
High School Diploma -
Wheatland Union High School