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Dallas Hernandez

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Knowledgeable Journeyman Painter with solid background in painting and surface preparation. Successfully completed numerous projects demonstrating precision in color matching and application techniques. Proven ability to maintain high standards of safety and quality, while effectively utilizing problem-solving and attention to detail.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journeyman Painter

WPI
12.2024 - 01.2025
  • Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
  • Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
  • Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
  • Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.

Industrial Coater

Fd Thomas
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance tasks on coater equipment to maintain optimum functionality and extend its lifespan.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and techniques as required within the ever-evolving industry.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents, contributing to a safer work environment.
  • Set up and operated powder coating and assorted power and hand tools.
  • Performed powder, troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
  • Enhanced production efficiency with the timely maintenance of coater machinery and equipment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, preventing stockouts or excess supply that could disrupt operations or increase costs.

Journeyman Painter

Pete King
03.2022 - 03.2024
  • Achieved consistent high-quality finishes by applying expert painting techniques and using proper tools.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
  • Increased efficiency with advanced surface preparation skills, including sanding, caulking, and masking.
  • Reduced project lead times through effective planning and organization of materials and resources.
  • Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
  • Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
  • Consistently met deadlines for both residential and commercial clients through efficient task prioritization and time management skills.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.

Painter

CPM Services
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
  • Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
  • Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
  • Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
  • Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
  • Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
  • Prepared surfaces for remodeling in residential and commercial properties.
  • Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
  • Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels daily.
  • Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
  • Documented progress and provided estimated completion time for clients.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
  • Operated compressors and Sky Lift equipment with caution to avoid injuries and maintain tools.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.

Independent Contractor

On Call Staffing Solutions Inc.
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Worked well with architects, clients and fellow contractors to achieve project visions.
  • Avoided costly rework and codes issues through regular inspections of in-progress work and strong project planning abilities.
  • Facilitated inspections for permitting, codes compliance and final close-outs on Construction projects.
  • Coordinated services with external companies to check whether utility installations were completed on schedule.
  • Compiled and verified data to resolve issues and streamline efficiency.
  • Completed Demolition with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in no injuries.
  • Defined appropriate metrics and measurements to drive results.
  • Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.

Landscaper

DLC Resources
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
  • Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
  • Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
  • Installed block and stone décor according to plans and specifications.
  • Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Recorded services rendered, materials used and charges assessed on specified forms.
  • Utilized thatcher to lift dead leaves and grass from between growing grass and soil.
  • Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks and large and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
  • Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Managed settings and maintained sprinkler systems for lawn and bed watering.
  • Maintained sidewalks, fountains and planters.
  • Mixed and applied fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides to promote growth and mitigate pests.
  • Oversaw watering schedules, equipment winterization and other irrigation planning and maintenance.
  • Planned gardens and beds with seasonal displays.
  • Coordinated and delegated tasks for large-scale landscaping projects.
  • Created plans and blueprints to design custom gardens and beds.

Painter's Helper

NKW
02.2020 - 01.2021
  • Prepared surfaces by stripping existing coatings, filling holes and sanding.
  • Set up painting job spaces by unloading trucks, placing ladders and laying out protective tarp draping sheets.
  • Removed existing wallpaper by applying solution, scraping and peeling paper off walls.
  • Mixed paint with additives to create desired results.
  • Readied drywall by applying skim coat, sanding and adding desired texture.
  • Organized supplies and tracked stock levels to maintain inventory records and request reorders.
  • Communicated with foreman to receive new job assignments.
  • Applied stain to wood surfaces such as oil based stain by brushing on following woodgrain and wiping excess with clean rag.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
  • Worked with 20 other team members to meet strict project completion deadlines.
  • Filled cracks and breaks in plaster surfaces with putty or epoxy compounds.
  • Protected surfaces with masking tape and plastic sheeting to prevent damage.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
  • Operated compressors and lift equipment with caution to avoid injuries and maintain tools.

Education

GED -

Camelback High School
Phoenix, AZ
01-2022

Skills

  • Class 7 Forklift Certified
  • OSHA Certified
  • Industrial and Commercial Painting Experience
  • Surface Preparation
  • Wood Staining
  • Paint Sprayer Operation
  • English & Spanish Fluency
  • Brush techniques
  • Painting restoration
  • Varnish and enamel application
  • Epoxy coatings
  • Lacquer application
  • Interior painting
  • Residential painting

Certification

OSHA-10

Class 7 Forklift Certified

Boom Lift Certified

Scissor and Scaffold Competent Personnel

Confined Space Certified

Certified Mixologist

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Journeyman Painter

WPI
12.2024 - 01.2025

Industrial Coater

Fd Thomas
03.2024 - 11.2024

Journeyman Painter

Pete King
03.2022 - 03.2024

Painter

CPM Services
11.2021 - 03.2022

Independent Contractor

On Call Staffing Solutions Inc.
08.2021 - 11.2021

Landscaper

DLC Resources
01.2021 - 07.2021

Painter's Helper

NKW
02.2020 - 01.2021

OSHA-10

Class 7 Forklift Certified

Boom Lift Certified

Scissor and Scaffold Competent Personnel

Confined Space Certified

Certified Mixologist

GED -

Camelback High School
Dallas Hernandez