Young Thomason
Waleska,GA
Summary
Diligent Auto Body Technician an mechanic driven to deliver exceptional quality work within stringent deadlines. Strong track record of dependability and a superior work ethic in industry roles. Dependable auto body repair professional actively pursuing an opportunity to bring value to Lockheed Martin team. Skilled in auto body repair and estimation demonstrated over 21 years of industry experience. Ambitious Auto Body Technician with a demonstrated commitment to quality and a drive for client satisfaction. Eager to contribute 22 years of repair experience to add value to a new team. Meticulous auto body repair professional well-versed in utilizing industry software to record maintenance work and accurately process required documentation. Committed to timely completion of projects to cultivate customer loyalty and satisfaction. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Painter
Lockheed Martin
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Maintained painting equipment in excellent condition, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Ensured a safe working environment through proper use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing paint usage through accurate measurements and application techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of project specifications before beginning work to ensure all requirements were understood and achievable within given timelines.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Performed regular inspections of completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded consistently throughout the project duration.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely completion of tasks while maintaining quality standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing tools, materials, and workspace efficiently.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Enhanced productivity by developing and implementing efficient painting techniques for industrial projects.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Auto Body Technician Auto Mechanic
Keziahs Collision
01.2001 - Current
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Trained several employees to use and maintain equipment safely and according to manufacturers recommended schedules.
- Operated tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs using hand and power tools to maximize reliability.
- Welded and finished body pieces on over [Number] repairs with great skill and accuracy.
- Assembled machines and mechanics according to instructions.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- I have experience in refinishing an painting
- I have experience in electrical systems 12 volt an 16 volt
- i can read an draw wiring diagrams
- I can repair an build wiring harnesses
- I can trouble shoot an replace wiring plugs an connectors
- I can replace an install wiring components
- I can plumb fuel oil an hydraulics lines an hoses
- I am a certified welder
- I have experience in automotive heat and air condition maintenance and repair
- I have experience in automotive service and repair from suspension to motor
Education
No Degree - Auto Collision
Appalachian Technical College
Jasper, GAHigh School Diploma -
Cherokee High School
Canton, GA05.1999
Skills
- Welding Proficiency
- Dent Filling
- Customer Satisfaction
- Electrical Installations
- Machine Setups
- Vendor Relationships
- Replacement Part Ordering
- Project Deadlines
- Frame Assessment
- Materials Storage
- Insurance Knowledge
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Concise Time Management
- Strong Automobile Model Knowledge
- Collision Repair
- Auto Body Repair
- Service Documentation
- Schematics Interpretation
- Power Washer
- Services Troubleshooting
- Attentive to Detail
- Scissor Lifts
- Technical Documentation
- Basic Carpentry
- Accurate Measurements
- Pressure Washing
- Compliance Requirements
- Creative Solutions
- Wet Sanding
- Labor Costs
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Customer Orders
- Hand Trucks
- Training Junior Team Members
- Power Saws
- System Layouts
- Portable Grinders
- Maintenance and Light Repair
- Project Requirements
- Service Records
- Strong work ethic
- Changing tires
- Attention to detail
- Engine repair
- Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
- Changing oil
- Valid Driver's license
- Hand and power tools
- Time management
- Brake systems understanding
- Preventive Maintenance
- Replacing parts
- Troubleshooting skills
- Parts replacement
- Fluid exchanges
- Brake systems
- Inspecting vehicles
- Steering systems
- Tire services
- Vehicle inspection
- Suspension systems
- Alignments experience
- System repairs
- Transmissions
- Fuel systems
- Exhaust systems
- Preventive maintenance services
- Coolant system control
- Installing equipment
- Electrical failure repairs
- Battery services
- Replacing filters
- Engine rebuilds
- Heating and air conditioning
- Vehicle inspections
- Drivetrain repair
- Automotive electronics
- Drivetrain and axle installation
- Electrical experience
- Advanced diagnostics
- Operating air compressors
- Soldering skills
- Welding and fabrication
- Maintenance scheduling
- Calibrating systems
- Preparing work orders
- Hazardous waste management
- Managing parts
- Manual transmissions
- Roadside repair
- Purchasing parts and inventory
- Electrical repair procedures
- Performance tuning
- Chemical disposal
- Relaying complex information
- Hybrid systems
- Supply ordering
- Rust removal
- Safety protocols and procedures
Accomplishments
I have had the pleasure of restoring several antique cars from the ground up that were featured in magazines. Since being at Lockheed i received a lighting squad card for support of the f35 department
Certification
I have a welding certification in steel an aluminum mig welding. I have a structural repair certification on frame an body an I have a freeon license
Additional Information
I have 22 years experience in the automotive industry in body to mechanical repair
Timeline
Industrial Painter
Lockheed Martin
01.2023 - Current
Auto Body Technician Auto Mechanic
Keziahs Collision
01.2001 - Current
No Degree - Auto Collision
Appalachian Technical College
High School Diploma -
Cherokee High School
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