Cody Alexander
El Dorado,KS
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Union Tank Car Company, excelling in spray painting and surface preparation. Proven track record of enhancing workflow efficiency and achieving high-quality finishes. Highly motivated to deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Union Tank Car Company
06.2018 - 09.2025
- Operated spray guns and airless paint equipment for surface preparation and finishing.
- Applied protective coatings on tank cars, ensuring durability and compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted surface blasting using sandblasting equipment to remove contaminants before painting.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established timelines and quality standards.
- Inspected finished surfaces for quality assurance, identifying defects and implementing corrective measures.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper painting techniques and safety protocols.
- Enhanced workflow by suggesting process improvements for painting procedures, increasing overall efficiency.
- Ensured client satisfaction with painting results, addressing any concerns or requests promptly.
- Delivered timely project completion by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Streamlined project timelines with effective scheduling, ensuring minimal disruption to clients'' daily activities during painting projects.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing questions or concerns professionally and courteously.
- Expertly operated blasting equipment to remove rust, old paint, and other contaminants from various surfaces before painting application.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Continuously updated technical skills by participating in training workshops and staying informed on industry best practices.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Reduced material waste by accurately estimating paint quantities and properly storing supplies for future use.
- Achieved high-quality paint finishes by applying expert knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
- Increased productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work area, optimizing workflow efficiency.
Professional Car Detailer
Ford of Augusta
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Conducted thorough exterior and interior cleaning of vehicles using industry-standard tools and products.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain optimal workflow efficiency during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing thorough interior and exterior detailing services.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while performing thorough inspections before releasing vehicles back to clients.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all detailing activities, minimizing accidents and injuries in the workplace.
- Achieved timely completion of assigned tasks by efficiently managing time and resources.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service and addressed customer inquiries.
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
- Performed detailed vacuuming of interior and exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
- Checked quality of work by thoroughly inspecting interior and exterior for additional cleaning requirements.
- Wiped down and polished interior and exterior surfaces.
- Removed dirt and debris from vehicle and equipment interiors.
- Maintained records of cleaning activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waipahu Community School For Adults
Waipahu, HISkills
Work area cleanliness
- Spray painting
- Detail-oriented
- Safety procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Surface preparation
- Quality inspection
- OSHA compliance
- Industrial painting
- Confined space work
- Blast cleaning
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
Timeline
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Union Tank Car Company
06.2018 - 09.2025
Professional Car Detailer
Ford of Augusta
03.2017 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Waipahu Community School For Adults