Dynamic Auto Body professional offering extensive auto body knowledge gained through 20+ years of industry experience. Well-versed in repair and assembly for range of makes and models. Strong knowledge of industry best practices and insurance protocols.
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Todd Swieckowski
Hudson ,FL
Summary
Work History
Mikes Autobody
Auto Body Repair Technician
02.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Examined vehicles to analyze damage
- Filed, grinded and smoothed and repaired surfaces, utilizing power tools and hand tools
- Fixed small dents
- Welded aluminum and steel parts.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Trained 5 employees to use and maintain equipment safely and according to manufacturers recommended schedules.
- Removed body panels and stripped paint.
- Used tools to return individual pieces to correct shapes.
- Reassembled parts and welded components into factory-specific positions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Prepared logs on each repair and maintained customer records for each job.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Picked up and removed debris from work areas to maintain safe and tidy shop.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
Roberts Autobody
Auto Body Repair Technician
09.2015 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Examined damaged vehicles and estimated cost of repair
- Operated grinder, buffer, dual action sander and miscellaneous hand and power tools to perform body repair work on damaged areas
- Utilized appropriate frame equipment
- Determined measurements required to repair frame-damaged vehicles
- Straightened, pulled and repaired bent automobile frames with pneumatic frame straightening machine
- Refinished repaired surfaces by painting them utilizing paint spray gun and sander.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Used tools to return individual pieces to correct shapes.
- Reassembled parts and welded components into factory-specific positions.
- Assisted with painting and finishing work to return cars to showroom-ready status.
- Supervised general repairs performed by new staff mechanics.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability.
- Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Prepared logs on each repair and maintained customer records for each job.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Picked up and removed debris from work areas to maintain safe and tidy shop.
- Removed body panels and stripped paint.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Utilized computer-aided design software to design and fix body parts.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
Prime Time Autobody
Autobody Repair Technician
07.2005 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Education
Colorado Institute of ArtDenver, CO
Graphic Design
University Overview
Fort Collins High SchoolFort Collins, CO
High School Diploma
06.1996
University Overview
Skills
- Welding
- Hand Tools
- Strong automobile model knowledge
- Body Filler
- I-Car
- Collision estimates
- Welding proficiency
- Safety-conscious
- Auto body repair
- Restoration Techniques
- Damage Assessment
- Sanding Skills
- Computer Skills
- Custom Fabrication
- Hand-Tool Proficiency
- Paint Stripping Expertise
- Body Filler Applications
- Collision Repairs
- Power Tool Proficiency
- Concise Time Management
- Welding Proficiency
- Auto Body Repair
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Body Panel Repair
- Welding Experience
- Deadline-Oriented
- Surface Sanding
- Knowledge of Insurance Protocols
- Quality-Focused
Timeline
Auto Body Repair Technician
Mikes Autobody
02.2016 - Current
Auto Body Repair Technician
Roberts Autobody
09.2015 - 02.2016
Autobody Repair Technician
Prime Time Autobody
07.2005 - 09.2015
Colorado Institute of Art
Graphic Design
Fort Collins High School
High School Diploma
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