Kyle Adam
Karratha
Summary
I am a Diligent Auto Body Technician driven to deliver exceptional quality work within stringent deadlines. Strong track record of dependability and a superior work ethic in industry roles. Dynamic auto body professional offering extensive auto body knowledge gained through 9 years of industry experience. Well-versed in repair and assembly for range of makes and models. Strong knowledge of industry best practices and insurance protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Technician
Royans
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and improve overall shop efficiency.
- Achieved cost savings by accurately estimating required parts, labor hours, and negotiating with vendors for the best possible pricing on supplies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing various automotive body issues.
- Enhanced workshop productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Assisted in building strong relationships with insurance companies through prompt communication and accurate documentation of repairs completed.
- Established trust with customers and coworkers by maintaining a high level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity in all interactions.
- Provided exceptional customer service through active listening, empathetic communication, and addressing concerns or questions in a timely manner.
- Consistently met deadlines for vehicle delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction and minimizing disruptions to their daily lives.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by performing various tasks such as painting, welding, fabricating custom parts, or electrical troubleshooting when necessary.
- Completed high-quality repairs by carefully following manufacturer guidelines and industry best practices.
- Reduced repair timeframes by utilizing advanced tools and techniques for faster, more accurate repairs.
- Minimized downtime by promptly ordering necessary parts and supplies, ensuring timely completion of repairs.
- Identified inefficiencies within the workflow process, implementing changes that resulted in improved turnaround times for vehicle repairs without compromising quality standards maintained consistently across all projects undertaken successfully over time leading ultimately towards higher levels achieved within professional career development opportunities provided during employment tenure thus far experienced throughout working life so far encountered overall generally speaking broadly considered altogether collectively taken into account cumulatively considered comprehensively regarded holistically assessed collectively evaluated overall.
- Ensured optimal performance of equipment through routine calibration checks and proper maintenance procedures followed promptly.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and properly handling hazardous materials.
- Maximized use of available workspace by efficiently organizing tools, equipment, and vehicles within the shop area.
- Increased repeat business with excellent communication skills, keeping customers informed throughout the repair process.
- Supported junior technicians through mentoring, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance on complex repairs.
- Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Prepared cost estimates for vehicle repairs and provided detailed documentation for customer review.
- Enforced compliance with safety regulations when operating equipment.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including mouldings and emblems.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Automotive Body Technician
Mundaring Smash Repairs
02.2015 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and improve overall shop efficiency.
- Enhanced workshop productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Established trust with customers and coworkers by maintaining a high level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity in all interactions.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
Education
Certificate III Automotive Body Repair Technology
Government of Western Australia South Metro TAFE
Perth, WA01.2021
Skills
- Automotive Refinishing
- Plastic Repair Techniques
- Custom fabrication
- Parts Ordering
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Expert Metalworking
- Estimating costs
- Damage Assessment
- Adaptable to new technology
- Advanced Welding Techniques
- Body panel replacement
- Excellent work ethic
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Deadline-oriented
- Repair assessment
- Client Service
- Knowledge of insurance protocols
- Quality Control
- Lf licences for Forklift
Additional Information
Professional References:
Royans
Tony Letai 0459 959 623
Dave Reynoles 0419 478 704
Personal References
James Richardson 0488 748 905
Timeline
Automotive Technician
Royans
03.2021 - 02.2024
Automotive Body Technician
Mundaring Smash Repairs
02.2015 - 02.2021
Certificate III Automotive Body Repair Technology
Government of Western Australia South Metro TAFE
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