Oscar A Morales
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Summary
Dedicated Auto Body Technician with more than 15 experience, skilled in auto body repair. Known for a strong work ethic and commitment to quality, consistently delivering high customer satisfaction through expert damage assessment and effective collaboration with team members. Proficient in welding techniques and vehicle reassembly.
Work History
Auto Body Technician
ProColor Collision
Yucca Valley, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Performed precise frame measurements and alignments to restore vehicle structural integrity.
- Assisted in diagnosing vehicle damage and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely for disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall shop efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on completed repairs to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained organized workspaces and adhered to safety protocols to minimize hazards.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
Auto Body Technician
Caliber Collision
Twentynine Palms, CA
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Assisted in diagnosing vehicle damage and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely for disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall shop efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on completed repairs to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained organized workspaces and adhered to safety protocols to minimize hazards.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
Auto Body Technician
Royal Collision
Fontana, CA
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Diagnosed vehicle damage to determine repair needs and provided accurate estimates.
- Utilized body repair tools, including frame machines and welding equipment, to restore vehicles.
- Repaired or replaced damaged panels using cutting, shaping, and fitting techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
- Conducted quality checks on completed repairs to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
Auto Body Technician
Jim & Jacks Collision
El Segundo, CA
02.2009 - 04.2021
- Assisted in diagnosing vehicle damage and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely for disassembly and reassembly of vehicle components.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall shop efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on completed repairs to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained organized workspaces and adhered to safety protocols to minimize hazards.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
L.A High
Los Angeles, CASkills
Auto body repair
Body filler application
Vehicle reassembly
Welding experience
Excellent work ethic
Quality-focused
Hand tool proficiency
Seam sealing
Welding techniques
Suspension repair
Body panel repair
Frame straightening
Sanding techniques
Panel replacement
Power tool proficiency
Damage assessment
Corrosion protection
Welding
Repair assessment
Spot welding
Test driving
Collision repair
Commitment to quality
Vehicle disassembly
Frame assessment
Body part replacement
Parts replacement
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
ProColor Collision
02.2025 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Caliber Collision
09.2022 - 02.2025
Auto Body Technician
Royal Collision
04.2021 - 09.2022
Auto Body Technician
Jim & Jacks Collision
02.2009 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
L.A High