Scott Poe
Charlotte,USA
Summary
Experienced and hands-on collision repair professional with over 25 years of expertise in auto body repair, mechanical diagnostics, air conditioning service and repair, fabrication, and team leadership. Proven ability to manage complex projects, estimate costs, and ensure top-quality results. Strong interpersonal skills developed through consistent collaboration with customers, vendors, and insurance partners. Now seeking to transition into a new industry, leveraging mechanical knowledge, problem-solving capabilities, and supervisory experience in a role that offers long-term growth and advancement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Collision Repair Technician / Mechanic
Joel's Auto Body
Dickson, TN
11.2024 - Current
- - Perform body and mechanical repairs on fleet vehicles, including welding and paint refinishing.
- - Estimate repair costs and lead shop operations as Foreman.
- - Diagnose and repair A/C systems including compressors, evaporators, and electrical controls.
Estimator / Technician / Mechanic
Blackwell's Paint and Body
Joelton, TN
11.2023 - Current
- - Repair and refinish vehicles; manage mechanical diagnostics and shop workflow.
Technician / Estimator
Hendersonville Collision
Hendersonville, TN
09.2021 - 11.2023
- - Conducted collision repairs and mechanical work; created damage assessments.
- - Performed minor A/C diagnostics and component replacements.
Shop Foreman / Technician
Blackwell's Paint and Body
Joelton, TN
01.2015 - 09.2021
- - Supervised shop floor, managed estimates, and ensured timely repair completion.
- - Oversaw A/C system checks as part of full-vehicle diagnostics.
Fleet Mechanic / Auto Painter
Gray Line Tours
Nashville, TN
01.2010 - 12.2014
- - Maintained and repaired tour bus fleet; handled auto painting and fabrication.
- - Serviced and diagnosed bus air conditioning systems, including compressor and refrigerant troubleshooting.
- - Performed seasonal HVAC maintenance to ensure passenger comfort and system reliability.
Auto Body Technician / Estimator
Capley's Paint and Body
Nashville, TN
01.2008 - 12.2010
Technician / Estimator
Ron's Auto Body
Nicholasville, KY
01.2007 - 12.2008
Collision Repair Technician
Don Jacobs
Lexington, KY
01.2005 - 12.2007
Injector Rebuild Technician
Pro Diesel
Nashville, TN
01.2003 - 12.2004
Assembly Technician / Metal Fabricator
Utility Trailer
Atkins, VA
01.1998 - 12.2002
Education
Associate Degree - Automotive Repair Technology
Diesel College
Nashville, TN01.2004
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion, VA01.1995
Collision Repair
I-CAR
OnlineSkills
- - Mechanical Diagnostics & Repair
- - Air Conditioning (A/C) Service & Installation
- - Team Leadership & Training
- - Cost Estimating & Time Management
- - Welding & Metal Fabrication
- - Auto Painting & Refinishing
- - Maintenance & Facilities Support
- - Blueprint Reading
- - Customer Service & Vendor Coordination
- - Safety Compliance & Quality Assurance
- - I-CAR Certified
- A/C troubleshooting
- Collision repair
- Welding techniques
- Damage assessment
Timeline
Collision Repair Technician / Mechanic
Joel's Auto Body
11.2024 - Current
Estimator / Technician / Mechanic
Blackwell's Paint and Body
11.2023 - Current
Technician / Estimator
Hendersonville Collision
09.2021 - 11.2023
Shop Foreman / Technician
Blackwell's Paint and Body
01.2015 - 09.2021
Fleet Mechanic / Auto Painter
Gray Line Tours
01.2010 - 12.2014
Auto Body Technician / Estimator
Capley's Paint and Body
01.2008 - 12.2010
Technician / Estimator
Ron's Auto Body
01.2007 - 12.2008
Collision Repair Technician
Don Jacobs
01.2005 - 12.2007
Injector Rebuild Technician
Pro Diesel
01.2003 - 12.2004
Assembly Technician / Metal Fabricator
Utility Trailer
01.1998 - 12.2002
Associate Degree - Automotive Repair Technology
Diesel College
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Collision Repair
I-CAR