William Kroslack
Griffith,IN
Summary
Dedicated Body Technician with extensive experience at Gerber Collision, excelling in collision repair and automotive diagnostics. Proven ability to deliver high-quality repairs while maintaining safety standards. Strong leadership and communication skills enhance collaboration with insurance companies, ensuring timely and accurate repair estimates. Committed to achieving excellence in every project. Focused on supporting business productivity goals and ensuring high-quality customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Body Technician
Gerber Collision
09.2016 - Current
- Determined repair methods and equipment needed to safe, quality and timely repairs.
- Examined vehicles to determine internal and external damage.
- Operated arc welding and power equipment to install replacement parts.
- Performed frame wrack, filing and grinding of repaired components to straighten automobile frames.
- Collaborated with adjusters to inform progress and running costs of repairs.
- Removed damaged parts with power tools and cutting torch.
- Reviewed completed vehicle repairs to meet OEM specifications.
- Performed safety precautions to prevent hazardous conditions within repair facility.
- 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.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
Technician
Affordable Marine Service
08.2010 - 08.2016
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning engines and electrical systems
- Researched and implemented new technologies and equipment.
- Communicated customers and delivered work in a timely manner.
- Worked with insurance companies to do the most timely and safe repairs possible per OEM specifications.
- Completed diagnosis and repairs of marine engines and drive transmissions.
- Extensive knowledge of major boat brands.
- Safely anchored and adjusted deck equipment weighing more than 10,000 of pounds.
- Operated and maintained computer systems and equipment.
- Installed and tested steering gears, sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems and accessories.
- Maintained optimal performance by establishing and directing preventive maintenance program for marine engines and related marine research equipment.
- Enhanced hull appearance and boosted durability by mixing and applying paint or gel coats to boats with hand and spray equipment.
- Idled motors and observed thermometers to determine effectiveness of cooling systems.
- Assisted with fabrication of equipment and purchased parts and supplies to fit specific repair and installation requirements.
- Set starter locks and aligned and repaired steering or throttle controls using gauges, screwdrivers or wrenches.
- Removed flaked paint, barnacles and encrusted debris from hulls of vessels using scrapers, scrubbers, power washers and sandblast equipment to enhance performance and protect from unnecessary wear.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Griffith High School
Griffith, Indiana06.2010
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Computer skills
- Automotive diagnostics
- Dent removal
- Communicating with insurance companies on the safest methods of repair
- Hand tools proficiency
- Collision repair
- Spot welding
- Electrical systems
- Fiberglass repair
- Auto body repair
- Welding proficiency
- Concise time-management
- Commitment to quality
- Excellent work ethic
- Repair estimate experience
- Welding experience
- Collision estimates
- Accurate estimates
- Dent hammering
- Frame assessment
- Deadline oriented
- Body part replacement
- Repair estimation
- Strong leadership skills
- Test driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Damage assessment
- Defect removal
- Attentive to detail
- Body panel repair
- Vehicle disassembly
- Surface sanding
- Hand tool proficiency
- Welding
- Upholstery removal
Certification
iCar platinum (icar ID 2895731)
GMA welding
Aluminum welding
Silicon Bronze welding
Steel Sectioning
Certified A-Tech
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Limited Working
Timeline
Body Technician
Gerber Collision
09.2016 - Current
Technician
Affordable Marine Service
08.2010 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Griffith High School
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