Michael Sorenson
Fort Collins
Summary
Knowledgeable Autobody Technician with solid background in vehicle repair and refinishing. Proven ability to restore vehicles to factory standards while maintaining high level of craftsmanship. Demonstrated expertise in paint matching and collision repair techniques.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Auto Collision Repair Tech.
Carriage Shoppe
02.2020 - 12.2024
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Assisted with painting and finishing work to return cars to showroom-ready status.
Auto Body Technician
ACE Auto Collision Experts
03.2014 - 06.2017
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
Auto Body Technician
Pro-Finish
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Assisted with painting and finishing work to return cars to showroom-ready status.
- Picked up and removed debris from work areas to maintain safe and tidy shop.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Collision Technology
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND08-2010
Skills
- Plastic repair techniques
- Suspension system repairs
- Shop safety practices
- Body filler application
- Vehicle reassembly
- Excellent work ethic
- Welding experience
- Quality-focused
- Sanding techniques
- Adhesive bonding
- Estimating damage
- Parts reassembling
- Auto body repair
Timeline
Auto Collision Repair Tech.
Carriage Shoppe
02.2020 - 12.2024
Auto Body Technician
ACE Auto Collision Experts
03.2014 - 06.2017
Auto Body Technician
Pro-Finish
06.2011 - 11.2013
Certificate of Technical Studies - Automotive Collision Technology
Bismarck State College
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