Adam Reyes
Berwyn,IL
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter/prep
Meyers Autobody
Chi, IL
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Tar removers were used on cars that had been driven through construction zones.
- Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, cloths, and buffing machines.
- Inspected vehicles for scratches or dents prior to detailing.
- Replaced burnt out light bulbs as needed on headlights or taillights.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services provided.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for detailing vehicles correctly.
- Applied paint sealants to protect the finish of cars from environmental damage.
- Inspect vehicle bodies for rust damage before beginning repairs.
- Follow instructions provided by supervisors regarding specific job requirements.
- Sand body panels to remove imperfections prior to painting.
- Maintain a clean workspace at all times while adhering to safety regulations.
- Polish finished vehicles using buffers and other tools.
- Assist in the application of primers, sealers, base coats, and clear coats.
- Ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials used during the painting process.
- Operate air guns, spray guns, pressure tanks, compressors, and other equipment needed for auto body repair work.
- Apply decorative finishes such as pinstripes and custom designs on vehicles' exteriors.
- Transfer completed jobs from the production area into storage spaces.
- Clean up spilled paints and solvents according to safety protocols.
- Mix and match paint colors to achieve desired shades.
- Disassemble parts of vehicles requiring extensive painting work.
- Prepare surfaces for painting by washing, sanding, and grinding.
- Sanded and sealed completed finishes according to precise specifications.
- Matched paints to vehicle color specifications or original manufacturer colors.
- Check finished products against quality control standards established by employers.
- Provide assistance in mixing paints according to manufacturer specifications.
- Communicate effectively with customers when providing updates on project status.
- Perform minor repairs such as filling dents or holes with putty or fiberglass.
- Prepared surfaces by removing imperfections, applying rust-resistant undercoats and sealing seams.
- Applied color coats using sprayers and brushes.
- 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.
- Kept machinery in good working order by completing thorough disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of sprayers and other power equipment.
- Matched required colors with available ones and verified timely procurement.
- 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.
- Received new inventory orders and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
- Used buffing tools to repair dents on vehicle doors and panels.
- Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
- Monitored parts and materials storage area and maintained stock replenishment and organization.
- Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
- Polished finished product to remove imperfections and prepare for delivery.
- Mixed paint in accordance with manufacturer's specifications to ensure proper color match.
- Provided guidance and training support to new team members joining the auto body painting department.
- Cleaned up work area after completion of each job to maintain a safe working environment.
- Performed minor repairs on body panels as needed prior to painting process.
- Removed rust from metal components before applying primer or paint.
- Applied primers, sealers, base coats and clear coats to vehicle surfaces using spray guns.
- Repaired dents, scratches and other blemishes in preparation for painting process.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding job progress updates or any issues encountered while performing tasks.
- Used sandpaper and other abrasive materials to smooth out surface imperfections prior to painting process.
- Sanded, prepared and prepped vehicles for painting process.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance.
- Masked off areas of vehicles that were not intended to be painted.
- Ensured all safety guidelines were followed when operating power tools and equipment.
- Checked air pressure levels on spray guns throughout the day for consistent performance.
- Ensured that all tools were properly stored after use in order to maintain a safe working environment.
- Organized inventory of paints, primers, coatings, solvents and other supplies used in the auto body painting process.
- Assisted in mixing colors according to customer specifications and preferences.
- Maintained painting and coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment.
Auto Painter
Chicago Collision
Chicago, IL
06.2008 - 10.2022
- Prepared surfaces for painting by removing rust, dirt and grease using wire brush and chemical solutions.
- Calibrated spray guns in order to achieve optimal results when mixing colors.
- Polished painted surfaces to obtain a smooth finish.
- Assisted other technicians in performing tasks such as sanding and polishing as needed.
- Mixed paint according to manufacturer's specifications and mixed catalysts with paint in order to achieve desired texture.
- Mixed paint according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Operated air compressor equipment to power tools such as grinders, drills and paint spray guns.
- Monitored job progress by inspecting each stage of the painting process.
- Removed old finishes from vehicles using sanders, scrapers, heat guns and chemicals.
- Kept accurate records of materials used during each job.
- Applied protective coatings onto vehicles in order to protect them from corrosion.
- Masked areas of vehicle not intended for painting with tape and paper coverings.
- Set up booths with proper ventilation systems for spraying operations.
- Applied primer coats, base coats and clear coats on vehicles using spray guns.
- Checked finished work against original specifications to ensure accuracy.
- Cleaned up after each job by disposing of all used materials properly.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during the entire painting process.
- Worked with a variety of paints including enamels, lacquers and urethanes.
- Selected appropriate paints for specific jobs according to customer requests or industry standards.
- Adjusted nozzles on spray guns in order to maintain even flow of paint while spraying.
- Repaired minor dents, scratches or other imperfections prior to painting process.
- Prepared surfaces by removing imperfections, applying rust-resistant undercoats and sealing seams.
- Matched paints to vehicle color specifications or original manufacturer colors.
- Sanded and sealed completed finishes according to precise specifications.
- Primed vehicle repairs to improve adhesions of new paint coats.
- Kept machinery in good working order by completing thorough disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of sprayers and other power equipment.
- Made tools such as sprayers, buffers and brushes available prior to start of each paint job.
- Readied vehicles for painting by removing accessories and masking surfaces with tape or paper to protect from paint.
- Matched required colors with available ones and verified timely procurement.
- Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
- Applied color coats using sprayers and brushes.
- Maintained painting and coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
- Filled hoppers and reservoirs with coating and painting materials according to project specifications.
- Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
- Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
- Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift.
Timeline
Painter/prep
Meyers Autobody
03.2022 - 01.2024
Auto Painter
Chicago Collision
06.2008 - 10.2022