Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Omar Rivera

Auto Collision Repair Professional
Aurora,CO

Summary

Dynamic & diligent auto body professional offering extensive auto body knowledge gained through 4 years of estimating experience. Well-versed in repair vs replace for all ranges of makes and models with superior knowledge to Toyota & Lexus vehicles. Strong knowledge of industry best practices and insurance protocols. Motivated to learn, grow, & excel in automotive collision repair. Ready to add value to the team & help achieve company goals.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Denver Dino’s Auto Body & Repair
Denver , CO

Auto Collision Blueprint Repair Estimator
03.2023 - Current

Job overview

• Established a reputation for delivering reliable and accurate estimates, resulting in increased client trust and repeat business opportunities.

• Experience writing structural repair estimates.

• Experience estimating heavy machinery, (Peterbuild & International) builds.

• Experience Estimating large trucks, (Ford Transit & Econoline)

• Experience preparing detailed repair plan estimates according to OEM repair procedures.

• Gathered material costs for accurate repair procedures on initial teardowns.

• Researched OEM repair procedures for all welding and sectioning procedures.

• Provided comprehensive training to junior estimators, enhancing team capabilities and

improving overall departmental productivity.

• Managed CCC's repair plan to improve overall cycle time.

Carstar Alpine Auto Body

Collision Center Estimator
03.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Documented damage with photographs and detailed written descriptions.
  • Provided quotes on repairs with great accuracy, taking into consideration multiple DRP guidelines.
  • Completed accurate repair estimates on all types of make & models in order to maximize company profit.
  • Liaised between car owners and insurance agencies about auto damage and insurance claims.
  • Used CCC Quick Valuation to calculate total loss damages and claim values for Allstate Claims.
  • Set expectations with clients on plans for repairs & communicated possible delays within the repair process.
  • Added value to the business by maximizing profits for non-included operations in CCC Motor guide.
  • Ability to match non-DRP supplements within a timely manner (30mins or less.)

Toyota & Lexus of Knoxville

Body Shop Estimator
03.2021 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to Toyota & Lexus repair manual instructions.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Evaluated & documented OEM manufacturer schematics, DTC's, and service documentation to educate customers as well as insurance providers about necessary repair procedures, non-reusable parts & materials required to repair the existing damages back to pre-loss condition.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Distributed approved supplements to appropriate technicians to complete repairs.
  • Prepared 80% of all preliminary repair plans for all walk-ins.

Auto Image 360

Body Shop Assistant Manager
01.2019 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Trained new employees on proper detailing protocols and CSR standards.
  • Eased team transitions and new employee orientation through effective training and development.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees, streamlining daily progress and efficiency.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Drafted invoices for parts, materials, sublets, & closing repair orders.
  • Interacted well with insurance companies, parts vendors, body shop technicians, and customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and services with customers, vendors, & insurance providers to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Directed management meetings to meet production schedule objectives & set daily/monthly goals.
  • Worked directly with the body shop owner including all company personnel in order to discuss strategy, brainstorm, mitigate business risk, production delays & address repair issues.
  • Managed daily operations of parts & repair planning, blueprinting forward-thinking strategies to accomplish profit & efficient cycle times.
  • Upheld great standards of leadership & quality control for all employees, consistently leading by example for best-in-class results ensuring quality craftsmanship on all repair orders improving overall customer experience.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports on every supplement created.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail & transparency, protecting our company brand image & integrity.
  • Identified special customer needs, set repair plan expectations, negotiated price, & closed profitable repair orders with high success rate.
  • Organized production schedule & set repair appointments to forecast daily performance trends & enhance company cycle time metrics.
  • Independently order & mirror match parts while performing estimating roles & assisting in production management, resulting in approximate $1.5 million dollar increase in annual gross profit.
  • Tracked & generated new opportunities & repair appointments in CCC One through body shop DRP programs & open shop assignments to acquire new clients & increase monthly gross profit.
  • Implement company policy by providing customer transparency, effectively explaining repair plan procedures to insurance providers, & body shop personnel to establishing new customer loyalty & overall satisfaction.
  • Inspected minor to heavy collisions per appointment in order to create preliminary repair plans in CCC One.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.

Education

Rangeview Highschool
, Aurora, CO

High School Diploma
05.2016

Skills

  • Especially Knowledgeable in Toyota & Lexus Auto Body
  • Repair Estimation 2 years CCC One
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Strong Vendor Relationships
  • Attentive to Detail
  • Knowledgeable in Body Shop Operations
  • Schematics Interpretation
  • Experience Handling Claims Per Insurance Company
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Strong Repair Negotiations
  • Automotive Repair Industry Knowledge
  • Operations Management Experience

Certification

  • Certified Collision Estimator, Toyota & Lexus - October 2022 - October 2023

Languages

Spanish
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Auto Collision Blueprint Repair Estimator

Denver Dino’s Auto Body & Repair
03.2023 - Current

Collision Center Estimator

Carstar Alpine Auto Body
03.2023 - Current

Body Shop Estimator

Toyota & Lexus of Knoxville
03.2021 - 01.2023

Body Shop Assistant Manager

Auto Image 360
01.2019 - 01.2021

Rangeview Highschool

High School Diploma
  • Certified Collision Estimator, Toyota & Lexus - October 2022 - October 2023
Omar RiveraAuto Collision Repair Professional