Travis Nelson
Casper,WY
Summary
Detail-oriented Auto Body Technician with expertise in auto body repair, welding, and vehicle reassembly. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards while optimizing repair processes and mentoring junior technicians.
Overview
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1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Prazma
Casper, WY
10.2024 - Current
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by keeping tools organized, maintaining clean workspaces, and promptly addressing equipment issues when necessary.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and techniques through continuous learning.
- Diagnosed vehicle damage and determined repair procedures using industry-standard techniques.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- Delivered vehicles with improved safety, thoroughly inspecting and repairing structural damage.
Auto Body Technician
Olsen Auto Body And Collision
Casper, WY
03.2015 - 10.2024
- Diagnosed vehicle damage and determined repair procedures using industry-standard techniques.
- Executed high-quality body repairs, ensuring alignment with safety and quality standards.
- Operated advanced tools such as frame machines and paint booths to restore vehicles effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted thorough inspections post-repair to ensure adherence to customer expectations and quality control measures.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business through excellent communication skills and follow-up care.
Skills
- Auto body repair
- Vehicle reassembly
- Welding experience
- Excellent work ethic
- Quality-focused
- Hand tool proficiency
- Suspension repair
- Seam sealing
- Welding techniques
- Welding proficiency
- Glass installation
- Body panel repair
- Aluminum repair
- Productive tech capable of 120-150 hours bi-weekly
Certification
I-CAR Gold Class Certified
Steel, Mig, Steel Structure, and Silicon Bronze Welding.
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Prazma
10.2024 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Olsen Auto Body And Collision
03.2015 - 10.2024