Richard King
Grove
Summary
Skilled professional demonstrates abilities in troubleshooting and fixing problems within all vehicle systems. Adept at working quickly and accurately to repair, replace, or refurbish components. Proficient in maintaining records, updating logs and training employees. Skilled automotive repair professional with a solid history of success working on both domestic and import vehicles. Competent in locating problems and performing timely, accurate repairs. Offering several years in the field and a hardworking, reliable nature.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Owner
Kings Auto Body Shop
Grove
03.2024 - Current
- Ordered tools and paint materials from suppliers to prevent item shortages.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed via written reports logs worksheets invoices, ensuring accurate documentation of services rendered for billing purposes.
- Ordered necessary parts supplies materials from external vendors as required by job orders.
- Repaired radiators frames exhaust systems brakes steering mechanisms suspension systems when needed due to collision damage.
- Performed welding to repair vehicle frames and bodies.
- Used PDR (Paintless Dent Removal) techniques for minor dents and dings.
- Utilized air tools including drills grinders routers saws sanders buffers to perform tasks efficiently.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Created a customer loyalty program to reward repeat customers.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss work or future repair requirements.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Processed payments, calculated taxes, and prepared invoices for customers.
Automotive Collision Technician
QUALITY PAINT & BODY
INDEPENDENCE
10.2017 - 02.2025
- Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
- Applied primer and paint to vehicles following repair.
- Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
- Repaired or replaced interior components such as dashboards, door panels, headliners and carpets.
- Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
- Performed auto body repairs such as welding, panel replacement, plastic repair and refinishing.
Education
High School Diploma -
COFFEYVILLE VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL
Coffeyville, KS01-1990
Skills
- Inventory management
- Parts ordering
- Vehicle repair
- Customer service
- Cost estimation
- Vendor negotiation
- Welding techniques
- Paint application
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shop Owner
Kings Auto Body Shop
03.2024 - Current
Automotive Collision Technician
QUALITY PAINT & BODY
10.2017 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
COFFEYVILLE VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL
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