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Matthew Hood

De Soto

Summary

Dynamic Auto Glass Technician with a proven track record at Abbey Glass, excelling in windshield replacement and mobile service. Skilled in precision measurement and quality assurance, I consistently ensured high-quality workmanship while enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to safety and efficiency, I thrive in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Auto Glass Technician

Abbey Glass
05.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow, resulting in timely project completion.
  • Accepted and processed payments for services.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards and best practices in all tasks performed.
  • Applied primer, installed glass and monitored curing.
  • Provided mobile services, bringing convenience to customers at their preferred locations.
  • Prepared surfaces by sweeping away debris, scrubbing glass and applying chemicals.
  • Replaced windshields and windows in vans, trucks and cars.
  • Kept work areas organized, clean and free of hazards.

Equipment Specialist

United Rentals
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated logistical aspects of equipment acquisition projects, including transportation, installation, and training requirements.
  • Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintained inventory of necessary expendables, parts and supplies.
  • Inspected and checked outgoing orders for quality control.
  • Maintained proper care and storage of diagnostic tools and equipment and tracked inventory.

Welder

CLS Industrial
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.

Education

Certificate - Welding

Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO
12-2022

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Diagnosing problems
  • Power tool operation
  • Troubleshooting malfunctions
  • Installing windows
  • Safety procedures
  • Precision measurement
  • Quality assurance
  • Repairing cracks
  • Replacing windshields
  • Urethane adhesion
  • Glass handling
  • Installing windshields
  • Windshield replacement
  • Mobile service
  • Heavy lifting

Timeline

Auto Glass Technician

Abbey Glass
05.2024 - Current

Equipment Specialist

United Rentals
12.2023 - 05.2024

Welder

CLS Industrial
02.2023 - 12.2023

Certificate - Welding

Jefferson College
Matthew Hood