Dynamic Individual With Strong Communication Skills and Customer Care Experience Interested in Employment.
Attention: Human Resources / Personnel Manager
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am an energetic, personable, honest, hard-worker with excellent references and letters of recommendation. I have extensive experience in sales, sales presentations, training with over 30 years’ experience in both collision repair and refinishing processes. I have had positions as Regional Sales Manager, Technical Training Instructor, Collision Center Manager and technician.
I am a quick learner. I work well independently or as a team player. I take great pride in my work and constantly strive to improve my performance.
I am seeking a full-time position. I am available for immediate employment and welcome the opportunity to speak to you as soon as possible.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I am certain that I would prove to be a valuable asset to you and your company. I can be reached at 336-***-**** or acqkly@r.postjobfree.com
Sincerely,
Gary Dreisbach
Gary Dreisbach
6 Arbor Crossing Ct.
Greensboro, NC 27405
acqkly@r.postjobfree.com 336-***-****
Background
I have 40 years’ experience in the automotive collision repair industry. Past experiences would include, Regional Sales Manager, Shop Production Management, and Technical Training Instructor. Collision Center shop manager of a large dealership franchises. Training Instructor teaching structural damage analysis and repair and suspension and steering analysis and repair on cars and light trucks. Regional Sales Manager selling capital Equipment to collision centers, thru positive relationships and high levels of trust with shop owners and management. Have worked as a technician in all aspects of the collision repair industry.
Work Experience
Rome Technologies, October 2013 to March 2015
2421 Mountain Road, Pasadena, MD 21122
Training Instructor
Training and implementation of collision center management software. I am responsible for implementation in all aspects of daily operations of a collision center including: job scheduling, blueprinting, parts management, dispatching, production management, customer service, marketing, document management and accounting.
Regional Auto Center, January 2011 to October2013
2448 Battleground Ave. Greensboro, NC 27403
Foreman and Training Manager
Duties include overseeing the daily operations of production throughput in a high production shop. Manage the efficient production operation of the detail, paint, body and mechanical departments of the collision center. Organize and supervise the workflow, the effective utilization of the work force and ensure that the customers’ vehicles are repaired on time and meet or exceed their quality expectations.
Carolina Weld Tek, Inc. February 2007 to January 2011
2549 N Rocky River RD. Lancaster, SC 29720
Regional Sales Manager
Managed sales of equipment manufacturer products and services within a defined geographic area. Ensured consistent, profitable growth in sales revenues through positive planning, deployment and management. Identifying objectives, strategies and action plans to improve short- and long-term sales and earnings. Companies that I represented would include; Chief Automotive Systems, Pro Spot Welders, Global Refinishing Solutions, Tecna Resistance Welder, Cebora Pulse Mig and Chassis Liner.
Rice Toyota Collision Center, October 2004 to February 2007
2323 Joe Brown Drive Greensboro, NC 27405
Shop Production Manager
Greensboro, NC October 2002 - February 2007
Duties include overseeing the daily operations of production throughput in a high production shop. Manage the efficient production operation of the detail, paint, body and mechanical departments of the collision center. Organize and supervise the workflow, the effective utilization of the work force and ensure that the customers’ vehicles are repaired on time and meet or exceed their quality expectations.
Chief Automotive Systems February 1998 to October 2002
996 Industrial Dr. Madison, IN 47250
Chief Automotive Systems Training Instructor
Technical Training Instructor teaching structural damage analysis and repair planning and Steering and suspension damage analysis. Classes conducted were for Collison center personnel and insurance company adjusters and administration. Also in charge of training shop personnel on new equipment purchases. Create and develop training class schedule for the southeastern USA. Develop class material with up to date information on current vehicle repairs.
Crown Paint and Body Center, Greensboro, NC March 1996 to February 1998
Collision repair technician
Perform repairs, panel replacement, structural repair and refinishing to all types of collision damaged vehicles and trucks.
Independence Ford, Bloomsburg, Pa April 1991 to February 1996
Collision Repair Tech / Assistant Manager
Perform repairs, panel replacement, structural repair and refinishing to all types of collision damaged vehicles and trucks.
Assistant to office management.
Education
General Business
Graduate of Berwick High School - Berwick Pa. May 1979
Additional Information
Skills
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong desire to succeed without direct supervision.
• Positive team oriented attitude.
• Ability to provide leadership.
• Excellent Sales and consulting skills.
• Superior Technical knowledge in the Collision
Industry.
References upon request.