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WILSON SANTANA

Rochester,NY

Summary

Detail-oriented Collision Repair Technician with many years of experience restoring body of a wide range of vehicles to original condition. Expert in utilizing fillers and body repair products. Effective in maintaining commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency throughout full project lifecycles. Seasoned Collision Repair Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in precision dent repair, color matching, and frame realignment. Excel at problem-solving, time management, and teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration with colleagues for optimal project outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Collision Repair Technician

SANTA MOTORS
Rochester, NY
02.2016 - 03.2019
  • Cleaned, sanded, buffed, and primed surfaces to prepare them for painting.
  • Mixed paint according to manufacturer specifications using a variety of tools and equipment.
  • Repaired or replaced parts such as bumpers, fenders, doors, windows, frames, radiators, grills, headlights.
  • Applied primers and sealers prior to painting in order to ensure proper adhesion of the finish coat.
  • Installed new or repaired parts using hand tools or power tools as required.
  • Removed upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
  • Inspected vehicle bodies for damage caused by collision or other incidents before performing repairs .
  • Operated spray guns equipped with appropriate nozzles for applying base coats and clear coats over primer finishes.
  • Filled depressions with body filler materials such as plastic resin putty.
  • Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Ordered tools and paint materials from suppliers to prevent item shortages.
  • Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.

Collision Repair Technician

HS MOTORS
ROCHESTER, NY
06.2010 - 06.2015
  • Performed accurate and detailed assessments of damaged vehicles to determine repair needs.
  • Cleaned, sanded, buffed, and primed surfaces to prepare them for painting.
  • Mixed paint according to manufacturer specifications using a variety of tools and equipment.
  • Repaired or replaced parts such as bumpers, fenders, doors, windows, frames, radiators, grills, headlights.
  • Applied primers and sealers prior to painting in order to ensure proper adhesion of the finish coat.
  • Utilized welding techniques when necessary to reattach structural components of vehicles.
  • Removed upholstery, accessories, electrical window-and-seat-operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle body and fenders.
  • Installed new or repaired parts using hand tools or power tools as required.
  • Inspected completed work for quality assurance purposes before returning the vehicle back to customers.

Skills

  • Fiberglass repair
  • Spray Gun Operation
  • Dent removal
  • Welding Techniques
  • Auto body repair
  • Collision repair
  • Paint application

Timeline

Collision Repair Technician

SANTA MOTORS
02.2016 - 03.2019

Collision Repair Technician

HS MOTORS
06.2010 - 06.2015

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