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Overview
Work History
Education
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Golf
Languages
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Robert Garcia

Cutler,CA

Summary

Problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Bobby's Auto Body
01.2023 - Current
  • Start up side business venture
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Painter Supervisor

Rod's Paint And Body
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.

Head Painter

Mc Carty's Collision
05.2018 - 03.2022
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
  • Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
  • Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
  • Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
  • Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
  • Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
  • Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
  • Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
  • Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
  • Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
  • Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Paint Prepper

Ed's Customs
09.2016 - 02.2018
  • Prepared vehicles for paint application by taping and masking different areas.
  • Removed grease, dirt and rust from surfaces of vehicles prior to painting.
  • Assisted paint team with staying on track for scheduled deliveries by quickly completing work.
  • Filled small tents and scratches with body fillers and smoothed excess materials.
  • Cleaned guns, tanks and tubes with solvents, wire brushes and cloths.
  • Rubbed and polished completed vehicles to achieve professional shine.
  • Disassembled and expertly reassembled spray equipment for maintenance.
  • Helped painters blend paint to match specifications.
  • Backed up refinish technicians by applying paint and touching up errors.
  • Detailed painted vehicles before final delivery to customers.
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
  • Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
  • Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
  • Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.

Paint Pepper and Office Assistant

Rod's Body And Paint
06.2012 - 08.2016
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
  • Assisted with budgeting and financial management to keep office operating within budget.
  • Monitored security to help maintain equipment, data and information safety.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.

Education

High School Diploma -

Orosi High School
Orosi, CA
06.2012

Skills

  • Project Oversight
  • Corporate Strategy and Development
  • Evaluating Suppliers
  • Customer Relations
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Self starter
  • Fast learner
  • Work well with others

Golf

Been playing for a few years. Have yet to break 80 hopefully soon. Usually try to get in a few rounds a month but not so easy with a Growing family. Can't to take the little ones out to the course

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Bobby's Auto Body
01.2023 - Current

Painter Supervisor

Rod's Paint And Body
10.2022 - 03.2023

Head Painter

Mc Carty's Collision
05.2018 - 03.2022

Paint Prepper

Ed's Customs
09.2016 - 02.2018

Paint Pepper and Office Assistant

Rod's Body And Paint
06.2012 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

Orosi High School

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