Tyler Carico
Iberia
Summary
Skilled Auto Body Technician with extensive experience at Hi-Tech Auto Body, proficient in steel, aluminum, plastic, and fiberglass repairs, and adept at managing insurance company interactions for repair plans. Demonstrated success in enhancing workshop efficiency and customer satisfaction through expert collision repairs and restorations. Excels in team training and workflow optimization, achieving high-quality outcomes and repeat business through excellent communication and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Body Technician
Hi-Tech Auto Body
05.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- 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.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- 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.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, trade shows, and certification courses relevant to the auto body technician field.
- Reduced waste generation by recycling materials where possible and following environmentally friendly disposal procedures.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Decreased repair time by streamlining processes and effectively managing workflow in the shop.
- Enhanced team productivity by training junior technicians on industry best practices and advanced repair techniques.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through efficient inventory management and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Performed meticulous color matching using paint mixing systems, resulting in seamless paint finishes that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business through excellent communication skills and follow-up care.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing accurate repair estimates and timelines.
- Increased workshop efficiency with organization and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Improved paint job durability with meticulous surface preparation and sealing techniques.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Reduced parts inventory costs, carefully selecting and recycling usable parts from damaged vehicles.
- Delivered vehicles with improved safety, thoroughly inspecting and repairing structural damage.
- Minimized environmental impact by utilizing eco-friendly materials and waste disposal methods.
Auto Body Technician
Fischer Body Shop
04.2018 - 05.2022
- 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.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- 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.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- 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.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, trade shows, and certification courses relevant to the auto body technician field.
- Reduced waste generation by recycling materials where possible and following environmentally friendly disposal procedures.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Decreased repair time by streamlining processes and effectively managing workflow in the shop.
- Streamlined parts ordering process, reducing wait times for customers and allowing for faster repairs completion.
- Enhanced team productivity by training junior technicians on industry best practices and advanced repair techniques.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through efficient inventory management and resource allocation.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business through excellent communication skills and follow-up care.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing accurate repair estimates and timelines.
- Increased workshop efficiency with organization and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Achieved seamless repairs, expertly blending paint to match vehicle's original finish.
- Improved paint job durability with meticulous surface preparation and sealing techniques.
- Enhanced vehicle aesthetics by precisely matching and applying paint.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Reduced parts inventory costs, carefully selecting and recycling usable parts from damaged vehicles.
- Delivered vehicles with improved safety, thoroughly inspecting and repairing structural damage.
- Minimized environmental impact by utilizing eco-friendly materials and waste disposal methods.
- Increased repeat business, establishing strong relationships with customers through excellent service.
- Ensured color accuracy and quality, expertly mixing and applying automotive paints.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- Facilitated timely project completion, coordinating with parts suppliers and other technicians.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by leading training sessions on new repair techniques.
- Accelerated repair times without compromising quality, by streamlining paint curing process.
- Streamlined repair process, significantly reducing turnaround times for vehicle repairs.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, implementing more effective workflow for repair tasks.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and techniques through continuous learning.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction scores, consistently delivering quality workmanship.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
Auto Body Technician
Hawken Carstar
09.2012 - 11.2017
- 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.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Completed complex repairs with precision, demonstrating expertise in various auto body materials and techniques.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through attending workshops, trade shows, and certification courses relevant to the auto body technician field.
- Reduced waste generation by recycling materials where possible and following environmentally friendly disposal procedures.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
- Decreased repair time by streamlining processes and effectively managing workflow in the shop.
- Streamlined parts ordering process, reducing wait times for customers and allowing for faster repairs completion.
- Enhanced team productivity by training junior technicians on industry best practices and advanced repair techniques.
- Utilized computer-aided design software to design and fix body parts.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Collaborated with insurance adjusters to negotiate fair estimates for customers, ensuring accurate compensation for damages sustained.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing accurate repair estimates and timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business through excellent communication skills and follow-up care.
- Increased workshop efficiency with organization and maintenance of tools and equipment.
- Achieved seamless repairs, expertly blending paint to match vehicle's original finish.
- Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining clean and safe work environment.
- Reduced parts inventory costs, carefully selecting and recycling usable parts from damaged vehicles.
- Delivered vehicles with improved safety, thoroughly inspecting and repairing structural damage.
- Minimized environmental impact by utilizing eco-friendly materials and waste disposal methods.
- Increased repeat business, establishing strong relationships with customers through excellent service.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- Facilitated timely project completion, coordinating with parts suppliers and other technicians.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by leading training sessions on new repair techniques.
- Accelerated repair times without compromising quality, by streamlining paint curing process.
- Streamlined repair process, significantly reducing turnaround times for vehicle repairs.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, implementing more effective workflow for repair tasks.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and techniques through continuous learning.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction scores, consistently delivering quality workmanship.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
Education
AUTO BODY
Eldon Career Center
Eldon, MOHigh School Diploma -
Miller County R-3
Tuscumbia, MO05-2009
Skills
- body repairs
- initial estimates and supplements
- dealing with inurance compaines on repair plans
- mapping out related damage and unrelated prior damage
- dissasemble vehicle, repair vehicle, reassemble vehicle
- aluminum, plastic and fiberglass repairs
Timeline
Auto Body Technician
Hi-Tech Auto Body
05.2022 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Fischer Body Shop
04.2018 - 05.2022
Auto Body Technician
Hawken Carstar
09.2012 - 11.2017
AUTO BODY
Eldon Career Center
High School Diploma -
Miller County R-3
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