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Randy Kirk

Letts,IA

Summary

Auto body professional Motivated and results driven professional recognized for professionalism, commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to communicate and work with senior management, associates, and customers. Has an excellent interpersonal skill, able to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels. Self- motivated and can work independently or in a team. Experienced Auto Damage Appraiser well-versed in assessing and documented vehicle damage. Detail-oriented and hardworking with excellent customer service and organizational skills. Persuasive communicator and skilled negotiator looking for a new professional challenge with room for advancement.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Auto Damage Appraiser

Auto Damage Appraisers Of S.E. Iowa
10.2019 - Current
  • Provided quotes on repairs with great accuracy, taking insurance, type of car and extent of damage into consideration.

Body/Paint Technician

Reynolds Ford
East Moline, IL
01.2013 - 10.2019

Repair vehicles to pre accident condition in accordance to OE specs.

Owner

Island Auto Salvage & Sales, Inc
Muscatine, IA
10.2010 - 12.2012
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.

Owner

Kirks Collision Repair, Inc. ◾ Letts
Letts, IA
01.2000 - 10.2010
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
  • Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
  • Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.

Body/Paint Technician/Estimator

Holmes Collision repair Inc
Muscatine, IA
06.1996 - 12.1999
  • Manage staff, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties
  • Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement
  • Determine staffing requirements, and interview, hire and train new employees
  • Oversee activities directly related to making products or providing services
  • Direct and coordinate organization's financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency
  • Perform sales floor work such as greeting and assisting customers
  • Auto Restoration and Body Painting ⦁ Select paint according to company requirements and match colors of paint following specified color charts
  • Spray prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings
  • Sand vehicle surfaces between coats of paint and/or primer in order to remove flaws and enhance adhesion for subsequent coats
  • Remove grease, dirt, paint, and rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application
  • Lay out logos, symbols, or designs on painted surfaces, according to specifications
  • Mix paints to match color specifications or vehicles' original colors
  • Cost Estimation ⦁ Analyze damage and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
  • Consult with clients, and personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
  • Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
  • Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
  • Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Used metal pick hammers and punches to remove minor pits and dimples in body.

Body/Paint/Estimator

Mullins Auto Body ◾
Mediapolis, IA
10.1994 - 07.1997
  • Distributed ordered components to appropriate technicians to complete repairs.
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Assembled machines and mechanics according to instructions.
  • Welded and finished body pieces on over [Number] repairs with great skill and accuracy.
  • Trained 2 employees to use and maintain equipment safely and according to manufacturers recommended schedules.

Body/Paint

Collision Center Inc
Burlington, IA
10.1991 - 06.1994
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Operated hand-held spray guns and automated spray paint.
  • Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
  • Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies and cleaning of component parts.

Education

PPG Paint Certified – Autocolor Certified – R-M Diamont Certified – Glasurit waterborne certified- Sems Products Certified I-Car Certified including F150 Aluminum Repair – Aluminum Welding Certified – Class A CDL License -

AOS Degree - Collision Repair

Wyoming Tech
Laramie, WY
12.1990 - 09.1991

High School Diploma -

Louisa Muscatine High School ◾
Letts, IA
05.1988 - 05.1988

Skills

Project Management – Identifies and assess opportunities, schedules the project in logical stepsundefined

Work Availability

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Quote

Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill

Timeline

Auto Damage Appraiser

Auto Damage Appraisers Of S.E. Iowa
10.2019 - Current

Body/Paint Technician

Reynolds Ford
01.2013 - 10.2019

Owner

Island Auto Salvage & Sales, Inc
10.2010 - 12.2012

Owner

Kirks Collision Repair, Inc. ◾ Letts
01.2000 - 10.2010

Body/Paint Technician/Estimator

Holmes Collision repair Inc
06.1996 - 12.1999

Body/Paint/Estimator

Mullins Auto Body ◾
10.1994 - 07.1997

Body/Paint

Collision Center Inc
10.1991 - 06.1994

AOS Degree - Collision Repair

Wyoming Tech
12.1990 - 09.1991

High School Diploma -

Louisa Muscatine High School ◾
05.1988 - 05.1988

PPG Paint Certified – Autocolor Certified – R-M Diamont Certified – Glasurit waterborne certified- Sems Products Certified I-Car Certified including F150 Aluminum Repair – Aluminum Welding Certified – Class A CDL License -

Randy Kirk