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Ralph Castro

Brooklyn

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Specialist

Hope Gardens
01.2021 - 01.2025
  • Inventory for supplies
  • Cleaning the trash on a daily for the tenants and building

Auto Body Mechanic

Cross Town Collusion
Brooklyn
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Detailing and fixing cars
  • Ordering car parts
  • Repaired body panels using welding and cutting tools.
  • Refinished vehicles with paint, ensuring smooth application and color matching.
  • Inspected vehicles for damages and assessed repair needs accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes effectively.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical issues in vehicles promptly.
  • Communicated with customers about repair services and timelines clearly.
  • Trained junior mechanics on best practices and safety protocols regularly.
  • Tested driveability of vehicles after repairs were completed.
  • Applied primers and sealers to properly prepare surfaces for painting.
  • Reassembled car parts after they had been painted or otherwise refurbished.
  • Operated a variety of specialized tools including grinders, drills and riveters.
  • Repaired or replaced interior components such as door panels, dashboards, carpets and upholstery.
  • Filled dents with putty or other fillers before sanding them down smooth.
  • Removed damaged fenders, panels and grilles from vehicles in preparation for repairs.
  • Mixed paint according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Cleaned, sanded and prepped cars prior to painting.
  • Performed diagnostic tests on vehicles to determine repair needs.
  • Polished repaired surfaces with buffing wheels to create a glossy finish.
  • Replaced worn out mechanical parts such as brakes, radiators, exhaust systems and transmissions.
  • Installed, replaced and repaired body parts using welding equipment and hand tools.
  • Sprayed primer coats or base coats of paint onto vehicles using spray guns.
  • Inspected finished work for conformance with factory standards before returning the vehicle to customers.
  • Kept records of all work performed on customer's vehicles in an organized manner.
  • Checked alignment of headlights, taillights and bumpers using laser measuring devices.
  • Repaired rust damage by applying filler material then sanding it down evenly.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.

Driver

Enhanced of Color Company
Brooklyn
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Delivery company equipment and appliances all over per order request
  • Taking full inventory
  • Operated delivery vehicles to transport products across designated routes.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all drives.
  • Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness and safety.
  • Managed loading and unloading of products, ensuring secure handling throughout transport.
  • Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and delivery times for tracking purposes.

Manager

Duggal Color Projects
01.1995 - 01.2010
  • Managed employees and the office duties
  • Made sure all was operating properly for the company

Skills

  • Dedicated
  • Responsible
  • Listens well
  • Punctual
  • Team player
  • People person
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Inventory management
  • Parts ordering
  • Problem solving
  • Detail orientation
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving abilities

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Environmental Specialist

Hope Gardens
01.2021 - 01.2025

Auto Body Mechanic

Cross Town Collusion
01.2017 - 01.2021

Driver

Enhanced of Color Company
01.2010 - 01.2017

Manager

Duggal Color Projects
01.1995 - 01.2010

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