Christopher Balo
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Motivated, dependable, and hardworking individual seeking an opportunity to contribute to a successful team. Quick to learn, adaptable, and committed to providing quality work while maintaining a positive attitude. Reliable team player who can also work well independently with minimal supervision.
Overview
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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint Prepper/ Painter/ Bodyman (B/C Tech)
First Team Toyota
Chesapeake, VA
02.2010 - 08.2026
- Sanded vehicles
- Masked vehicles
- Refinished vehicles
- Reviewed and executed tasks stated on estimates
- Wrote supplements for repairs and parts needed to added to estimates
- Disassembled and properly repaired vehicles using various methods such as straightening metal, use of body filler, and texture/plastic repair.
- Replaced OEM and aftermarket parts and panels
- Removed and installed decals, protectors, pinstripes and blackout tape upon completion of repairs and paint work.
- Performed detailed oriented duties such as sanding and buffing paint imperfections including runs, sags, nibs, and orange peel for final product.
Automotive Paint Prepper
Hall Chevrolet
Chesapeake, VA
07.2006 - 02.2010
- Sanded vehicles
- Masked vehicles
- Painted jambs and weld zones on vehicles
- Final cleaned surfaces for refinishing
Education
Collision Repair
Tidewater Tech
Norfolk, VASkills
- Disassembly/Reassembly of Vehicles
- Surface Preparation
- Straightening Panels
- Refinishing Panels
- Buffing/Polishing Panels
Certification
- ASE Painting and Refinishing Certification/Recertifications
Timeline
Paint Prepper/ Painter/ Bodyman (B/C Tech)
First Team Toyota
02.2010 - 08.2026
Automotive Paint Prepper
Hall Chevrolet
07.2006 - 02.2010
Collision Repair
Tidewater Tech