Austin Vestering
Edmond,OK
Summary
Talented Painter experienced in aerospace painting technology from applying paints, solvents and sealants to performing minor maintenance and repairs. Over 12 years of experience working with established Aerospace company.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Tinker AFB
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2023 - Current
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Aerospace Painter
Lockheed Martin
Marietta, GA
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
Composite Operator 3
Northrop Grumman
Clearfield, UT
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Trimmed cured materials by sawing with diamond-impregnated cutoff wheels.
- Cured materials by setting materials at room temperature, placing under heat lamps and baking in ovens.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Was part of a group of select people chosen to teach structural assembly to new individuals for the program we where assigned.
- Took classes in structural assembly, basic subsystems, composite repair and hand layup.
- Held a DOD secret clearance and was in the process of a program clearance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Aerospace Painter
Aerospace Turbine Rotables
Wichita, KS
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Painted to milspec with hvlp compliant guns.
Aerospace Painter
Premier Processing
Wichita, KS
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Sprayed to millspec with multiple paints and primers on various surfaces and materials.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
- Prepared surfaces for painting and primers.
Aerospace Painter
Premier Processing
Wichita, KS
12.2015 - 09.2016
- Applied various types of paints and primers to various types of parts and materials.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Mixed paint to desired consistencies.
Aerospace Painter
Chrome Plus International
Wichita, KS
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes surfaces.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Mixed paint desired consistencies.
Aerospace Painter
3p Processing
Wichita, KS
03.2012 - 11.2015
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Painted surfaces with HVLP spray guns.
- Applied various types of paints and primer to multiple surfaces.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
Education
Aerospace Coating And Paint
Wichita Area Technical College
Wichita, KSHigh School Diploma -
Goddard Academy
Goddard, KS05.2011
Skills
- Sprayer Use
- Team Development
- Blast and Paint Equipment Servicing
- Heavy Lifting
- Finish Coat Application
- Measuring Tools
- Team Player
- Punctual and Dependable
- Primer Application
- Top Coat Application
- Blueprint Reading
- Precision Instruments
Additional Information
References
Jeff Horner 316-409-0839
Mark Vestering 404-368-1728
Daniel Crowe 727-505-9524
Zachary Krabill 385-278-3251
Timeline
Painter
Tinker AFB
07.2023 - Current
Aerospace Painter
Lockheed Martin
04.2021 - 07.2023
Composite Operator 3
Northrop Grumman
04.2020 - 04.2021
Aerospace Painter
Aerospace Turbine Rotables
05.2018 - 03.2021
Aerospace Painter
Premier Processing
04.2017 - 04.2018
Aerospace Painter
Premier Processing
12.2015 - 09.2016
Aerospace Painter
Chrome Plus International
11.2015 - 12.2015
Aerospace Painter
3p Processing
03.2012 - 11.2015
Aerospace Coating And Paint
Wichita Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Goddard Academy