Brett Sheaffer
Summary
Experienced Automotive Paint Technician with 30 years in color matching, surface preparation, and clear coat application. Delivers high-quality finishes while effectively managing time and solving problems. Collaborates with teams to drive results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Paint Technician
Classic Collision
Titusville
06.2021 - Current
- Applied primers, sealers, base coats and clear coat finishes to vehicles according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Applied primer and paint using spray guns and other equipment.
- Mixed and matched paint colors to ensure optimal finishes that meet customer specifications.
- Matched colors using spectrophotometers and computer-aided technologies to guarantee accurate vehicle color restoration.
- Inspected painted surfaces for quality and consistency before final approval.
- Inspected painted vehicles for defects such as runs or sags in the finish before returning them to customers.
- Repaired minor scratches, dents, chips and other imperfections on vehicle surfaces prior to painting.
- Applied protective coatings such as waxes or sealants after completion of painting job.
- Trained new employees on paint application techniques to enhance overall team skill and efficiency.
- Ensured proper ventilation during painting processes for safety.
- Troubleshot any problems related to automotive paint application processes.
- Followed all safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as thinners or paint strippers.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials and tools.
- Maintained a clean work area in compliance with safety regulations.
- Taped off adjacent areas and parts such as mirrors and handles to prevent overspray.
- Adjusted the flow of material from spray guns so that it met factory standards of quality.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for painting jobs.
- Cleaned up after each job using solvents and cleaners.
- Evaluated new products and techniques related to automotive painting industry.
- Operated hoists, lifts and other equipment necessary for completing automotive painting tasks.
- Operated hoists, lifts and other equipment necessary for completing automotive painting tasks.
- Taped off adjacent areas and parts such as mirrors and handles to prevent overspray.
- Followed OEM standards for blending formulas, applying topcoats and curing paint.
Automotive Paint Technician
Mitchco
Titusville and Merritt Island
2019 - 06.2021
Automotive Paint Technician
Gerber Collision and Glass
Titusville
2016 - 2019
Automotive Paint Technician
Freddy Curtis Auto Body
Titusville
2007 - 2016
Skills
- Spray gun operation
- Paint application
- Clear coat application
- Paint mixing
- Paint mixing proficiency
- Surface preparation techniques
- Masking procedures
- Sanding techniques
- Surface inspection
- Color matching
- Color theory knowledge
- Advanced paint formulations
Certification
- ICAR
- PPG
- Axalta
Timeline
Automotive Paint Technician
Classic Collision
06.2021 - Current
Automotive Paint Technician
Mitchco
2019 - 06.2021
Automotive Paint Technician
Gerber Collision and Glass
2016 - 2019
Automotive Paint Technician
Freddy Curtis Auto Body
2007 - 2016