Sal Maldonado

After retiring early in Jan. of 2024 from the automotive auto body industry, at age 55 after 36 years, I find myself with too much time on my hands and looking for a new adventure.

AUTO ADAS TECHNICIAN/REFINISHER - COLLISION STOP - Harlingen Texas

(2021-01 - 2024-01)

As an ADAS tech (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems), it was my responsibility to troubleshoot and diagnose ADAS equipment such as radar, cameras, blindspot monitoring, etc. and replace and/or recalibrate. As a refinisher; Achieve consistent color matching by utilizing digital paint mixing systems, resulting in uniform finishes on all vehicles.

• Complete complex paint jobs within tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.
• Streamlined painting processes by implementing efficient spray techniques, reducing waste and increasing productivity.
• Enhanced vehicle appearance by applying high-quality paint jobs, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.

AUTO REFINISHER - TIPTON FORD - BROWNSVILLE TEXAS

(2020-01 - 2021-01)

• Participated in ongoing training opportunities for continual improvement of skills related to industry advances in technology or materials used in automotive painting processes
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality control for each individual task assigned
• Upheld quality standards by conducting thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customer or dealerships.
• Provided supervisor with daily status report on all tasks and workers' duties.

AUTO REFINISHER - COLLISION STOP - HARLINGEN TEXAS

(2018-01 - 2020-01)

Refer to previous refinisher jobs.

AUTO REFINISHER - KOLLISION KING - BROWNSVILLE TEXAS

(2014-01 - 2018-01)

Refer to previous refinisher jobs.

NO DEGREE - Criminal Justice - Palm Beach Community College