MARK DICKERSON
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Wilmington,DE
adyi40@r.postjobfree.com
WORK SUMMARY
Work Order Assessment
Estimate Preparation
Mix colors precisely to match factory coloring on vehicles Automated Paint Mixing
Team Collaboration
Color Matching
Collision Repair
Spray Gun Operation
Surface Preparation
Defect Correction
Paint Mixing
Quality Control
Decorative Finishes
Paint Sprayer Operation
Sealant Application
Color Mixing
Safety Procedures
Equipment Preparation and Operation
WORK EXPERIENCE
Head Auto Body Painter
05/2021 to 07/2023
Delaware Cadillac Auto Body Shop
Wilmington, DE
Ran 2 paint booths in a extremely busy paint shop. With 6 to 8 RO's a day; 90 to 100 hours per day 400 to 500 hrs in a week. Expertise in the PPG paint line. Mixing and tinting colors to match the manufacturers. Prep and primed vehicle repairs to improve adhesions of new paint coats. Maintained painting and coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment. Sanded and sealed completed finishes
Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats. Made tools such as sprayers, buffers and brushes available prior to start of each paint job. Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow. Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications. Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift. Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines. Auto Body Painter shop manager/ Head Painter
07/2016 to 04/2021
Rhodes Custom Auto
Townsend, DE
Customized classic cars including metal body work
Priming, Prepping and Refinishing
Wet Sanding and Buffing
Customized work included roll cages
Firewall and motor compartments
Door handle shaving
Rear tubbing.
Mini tubs
Fiberglass work
Carbon Fiber work
Ran the Auto Body Paint Shop with little to no supervision. Using the Lesonal/Sikkens paint line I implemented by mixing tints to match manufacturers color. full restoration custom work and collision work.
Managed supply and labor costs closely in order to meet budget objectives. Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies and managed inventory. Managed site by focusing on safety, operations and productivity. Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands. Recorded inspection and work order results in software system. Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards. Auto Body Painter/Prep
01/2012 to 01/2016
Robs Collision Center
Bristol, PA
Readied vehicles for painting by removing accessories and masking surfaces with tape or paper to protect from paint.
Primed vehicle repairs to improve adhesions of new paint coats. Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality. Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift. Filled hoppers and reservoirs with coating and painting materials. Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow. Kept work areas neat, clean and free of safety hazards. Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance. Helped grind, paint, buff and polish auto body parts. Maintained and recorded costs of materials and supplies to assist with job costing and revenue projections. Sanded, refinished and painted car bodies to improve appearance and overall value. Wrote complete and accurate cost estimates for labor and parts. Communicated effectively with insurance companies, documenting in detail each process of repair. Matched required colors with available ones in a timely matter. Made tools such as sprayers, buffers and brushes available prior to start of each paint job. SKILLS
Carbon Fiber Work; Custom Work; Work Order Assessment; Estimate Preparation; Mix colors precisely to match factory coloring on vehicles; Team Collaboration; Color Matching; Spray Gun Operation; Surface Preparation; Defect Correction Paint Mixing; Quality Control; Decorative Finishes; Sealant Application; Safety Procedures; Equipment Operation; Equipment Preparation; Full Vehicle Restoration; Collision Repair Work
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EDUCATION
Newark High School
High school or equivalent
Newark, DE
09/1999 to 05/2002