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Francisco Contreras

Chicago,IL

Summary

Painter with 23years experience in industrial and commercial projects, honed at companies like Continental painting and Decorating. Mastered sprayer use and surface repair, demonstrating exceptional time management and bilingual abilities. Proven track record of completing projects efficiently, ensuring top-notch quality and safety.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter

Continental Painting & Decorating
Chicago, IL
03.2022 - Current
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
  • Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
  • Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
  • Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Painter

Shamrock Decorating
Alsip, IL
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
  • Coordinated and completed ongoing routine painting of exterior and interior of properties.
  • 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.

Painter

Durango Painting and Decorating
Chicago, IL
03.2013 - 07.2021
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
  • Coordinated and completed ongoing routine painting of exterior and interior of properties.
  • 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.

Apprentice Painter

C&W Building Services
Chicago, IL
04.2002 - 03.2013
  • Started my Apprenticeship
  • Learned how to do prep work, and learned how to use machinery, ladders, and scaffolding saftely. Also learned how to be a professional painter.

Education

Painting

JTC Apprenticeship
Chicago, IL
04-2002

High School Diploma -

Kelly High School
Chicago, IL
06.1999

Skills

  • Sprayer use
  • Industrial, residential and commercial painting experience
  • Power washing experience
  • Ladder safety
  • Proper surface preparation
  • Airless spray equipment
  • Drywall repair
  • Wall and surface repair
  • Dependable with Exceptional time management
  • Safety understanding
  • Fluent in English and Spanish

Accomplishments

  • 30 hour Construction Safety and Health
  • Certified Training in ANSI, A92.3, a92.5, & A92.6
  • Certified Training in Silica Training
  • Certified in Suspended Scaffolding
  • Up to date on Respirator Clearance
  • Certified in First Aid CPR AED
  • Certified in Hazard communication Training
  • 8 Hour Training in ICRA Awareness Training
  • 16 Hour Entitled Permit in Required Confined Spaces

Timeline

Painter

Continental Painting & Decorating
03.2022 - Current

Painter

Shamrock Decorating
07.2021 - 03.2022

Painter

Durango Painting and Decorating
03.2013 - 07.2021

Apprentice Painter

C&W Building Services
04.2002 - 03.2013

Painting

JTC Apprenticeship

High School Diploma -

Kelly High School

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