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TERRY L BYERS

Port Charlotte

Summary

Adept at completing efficient and accurate damage estimates for cars, vans and light trucks. Knowledgeable about coordinating documentation, scheduling appointments and setting up rental cars for customer use. Hardworking Auto Damage Appraiser with [Number] years of Collision experience. Expert in Ford and aluminum automobiles with proven history of effective collaboration and best-in-class accuracy. Dedicated to transparency, proactivity and I-Car Platinum certifications.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Collision Estimator

Charlotte County Ford
11.2017 - 11.2024

Completed 3000 appraisals on automobiles, light trucks, custom cars, vans and many other vehicle types.

  • Provided quotes on repairs with great accuracy, taking insurance, type of car and extent of damage into consideration.
  • Examined client financial records to inform on possible plans for total-loss vehicles or large repairs.
  • Negotiated completed damage estimates and repair costs.
  • Documented damage with photographs and detailed written descriptions.
  • Used CCC one and Mitchell Databases to calculate damages and claim values.
  • Managed Collision center from 2/7/2021-5/15/2023
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.

Hapkido Instructor

J Park Martial Arts
01.2008 - 08.2019
  • Picking up students from schools and transporting to day care
  • Afterschool program which includes Tae Kwon Do training.
  • Make sure all students complete their homework, snacks and drinks are given before each and every Tae Kwon Do class, most of all safety and care for 100 students are most important.
  • Adult Hapkido Instructor for night classes.
  • Established 3rd Dan in Hapkido and 1st in Tae Kwon Do

Assistant Service Manager

Gettel Toyota of Charlotte County
04.2017 - 11.2017
  • Managed work flow to exceed quality service goals.
  • Met all customer call guidelines including service levels, handle time and productivity.
  • Assumed ownership over team productivity and managed work flow to meet or exceed 100 percent quality service goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.

Estimator

Caliber Collision
07.2016 - 04.2017
  • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors

.Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.

  • Communicated with insurance companies for completion of repairs on customers vehicles up to manufactures and insurance quality. review and inspect damages to vehicles with technicians, review parts ordering with parts Manager and insurance companies.
  • Performed 2000 estimates in CCC one and Mitchell estimating systems.
  • Reviewed and matched all estimates from all other insurance companies and copied to CCC one. performed any and all supplement requests for additional repairs.
  • Schedule appointments for incoming insurance initial and supplemental inspections.
  • Performed final quality inspections before customer delivery.

Assistant Body Shop Mgr

Venice Toyota
08.2014 - 06.2016
  • Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
  • Communicated with insurance companies for completion of repairs on customers vehicles up to manufactures and insurance quality.
  • Review and inspect damages to vehicles with technicians, review parts ordering with parts manager and insurance companies.
  • Performed 1000 estimates in CCC one and Mitchell estimating systems.
  • Handled Geico ARX Express Auto Repair Program extensively.
  • Reviewed and matched all estimates from all other insurance companies and copied to CCC one.
  • Performed any and all supplement requests for additional repairs.
  • Schedule appointments for incoming insurance initial and supplemental inspections.
  • Performed final quality inspections before customer delivery.

Sales

Stenten's Golf Cart Accessories Inc
01.2014 - 08.2014
  • Responded to all customer inquiries thoroughly and professionally.
  • Placed special merchandise orders for customers.
  • Recommended new Golf Cart accessories to customers, resulting in add-on business.
  • Answered customer questions about product availability and shipment times.
  • Accurately logged 200 daily shipping and receiving orders.

Assistant Service Manager

Cramer Toyota of Vencie
11.2010 - 01.2014
  • Reviewed over 500 work orders and discussed them with supervisors.
  • Interfaced with management and colleagues in professional manner.
  • Upheld top-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
  • Maintained vehicle records by recording and filing all service and repairs.
  • Resolved all customer complaints in professional manner while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
  • Shared best practices for sales and customer service with other team members to help improve store's efficiency.
  • Greeted customers in timely fashion, while quickly determining their needs.

Education

Associate of Arts - Automtoive Technology

Charlotte Technical Center
Port Charlotte, Florida
2010

Associate of Arts - Electronics Engineering

Orange County Community College
Middletown, New York
1995

Regents Diploma - History, English, Bus. Admin

Port Jervis High School
1993

Skills

  • Warehouse and manufacturing operations
  • Valid Florida driver's license
  • Basic mathematical aptitude
  • Computer-savvy
  • Excellent sense of direction
  • Warehouse and fulfillment
  • Fast learner
  • Safety-conscious
  • OSHA requirements knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Steering and Suspension Brake Systems Electrical Engine Performance Engine Repair Manual Transmission and transaxle.

Certification

  • Automotive Technician focused on completing preventative maintenance and repairs in a timely fashion and giving proper attention to every vehicle and customer.
  • Reliable Advisor with more than 15 years in automotive mechanics. Punctual, organized and skilled in all areas of auto repair.
  • ASE Certifications in Electrical,Steering and Suspension,Brakes,Engine Performance and Engine Repair.

  • I-Car Platinum collision certified Training - 5yrs current

Timeline

Collision Estimator

Charlotte County Ford
11.2017 - 11.2024

Assistant Service Manager

Gettel Toyota of Charlotte County
04.2017 - 11.2017

Estimator

Caliber Collision
07.2016 - 04.2017

Assistant Body Shop Mgr

Venice Toyota
08.2014 - 06.2016

Sales

Stenten's Golf Cart Accessories Inc
01.2014 - 08.2014

Assistant Service Manager

Cramer Toyota of Vencie
11.2010 - 01.2014

Hapkido Instructor

J Park Martial Arts
01.2008 - 08.2019

Associate of Arts - Electronics Engineering

Orange County Community College

Regents Diploma - History, English, Bus. Admin

Port Jervis High School

Associate of Arts - Automtoive Technology

Charlotte Technical Center
TERRY L BYERS