Jayde Howard
Goulburn,NSW
Summary
Results-oriented Automotive Refinishing Technician with extensive experience at Hi-Drive, specialising in surface preparation and finish application.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Refinishing Technician
HiDrive
Goulburn
05.2021 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by sanding and cleaning prior to refinishing.
- Maintained tools and equipment in clean, working condition.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with team members on complex refinishing projects.
- Documented work processes and materials used for each project.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as solvents, glues and paints.
- Measured areas requiring repair or replacement of parts due to extensive damage.
- Assisted in maintaining shop cleanliness by sweeping floors daily and wiping down counters after every project was completed.
- Maintained records of all completed projects detailing supplies used, labour hours spent on each job.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies necessary for completing jobs efficiently without running out of materials mid-project.
- Utilised hand tools including chisels, planes, saws, hammers, screwdrivers and files as needed during the refinishing process.
- Operated spray equipment such as airless sprayers, HVLP guns and brush and roller systems to apply clear coats or coloured topcoats.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
- Reviewed blueprints and manufacturer manuals before beginning installation and repair work.
- Sanded down existing finishes to create a smooth surface before applying new coatings of stain or varnish.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
Education
Mulwaree High School
Goulburn, NSW12-2019
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Finish application
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous material handling
- Tool operation
- Vehicle refinishing
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Hand sanding
- Paint mixing
- Masking techniques
- Coating application
- Chemical stripping
- Detail-oriented
- Automotive refinishing
- Spray equipment operation
- Color matching
- Metal repair
- Powder coating
- Damage assessment
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Process improvement
- Hole patching
- Safety protocols
- Power tools usage
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Equipment inspection
- Emergency response
- Interpersonal skills
- Quality assurance
Certification
- AUR32420 Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
- First Aid Certificate
- White Card
- Forklift Licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Automotive Refinishing Technician
HiDrive
05.2021 - Current
Mulwaree High School