Ramiro Gonzalez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seasoned Collision Estimator with experience in assessing vehicle damage and providing comprehensive repair estimates. 15yrs of experience in a body shop . 10yrs of experience writing estimates. Strong skill set includes knowledge of auto repair procedures, cost estimation and insurance claim processing. Notable for improving customer satisfaction rates and streamlining operations to achieve deadlines on time.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Collision Estimator
Rams frame and body shop
San Antonio, TX
05.2012 - Current
- Communicated with clients and teammates to gather information regarding project budgets, schedules and objectives to optimize plans.
- Scheduled appointments for vehicle inspection at the shop
- Documented findings in a written report with photos to be used for insurance claims.
- Negotiated repair costs with insurance companies.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to determine extent of structural, body and mechanical damage.
- Coordinated with outside vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Body Shop Helper
Texas Collison
San Antonio, TX
07.2011 - 03.2012
- Filled small dents and lesser cosmetic issues with plastic or solder to create smooth surfaces for painting.
- Assemble vehicles once repairs were completed.
- Disassemble vehicles to be able to complete repairs.
- Repair dents or damage thru small body work .
Education
High School Diploma -
United South Hight School
Laredo, TX05-2008
Skills
- Damage assessment
- Insurance negotiation
- Customer service
- Vehicle inspection
- Parts ordering
- Time management
- Vendor coordination
- Cost estimation
- Auto body repair
- Estimating
Timeline
Collision Estimator
Rams frame and body shop
05.2012 - Current
Body Shop Helper
Texas Collison
07.2011 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
United South Hight School