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Gilberto Leyva

Elgin,IL

Summary

Skilled Journeyman Painter with extensive experience at Five Star Painting, adept in commercial and industrial projects. Excelled in spray painting and safety procedures, achieving high customer satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to select and apply precise coatings, significantly enhancing project outcomes. Proven leadership in maintaining quality standards and efficient project completion, with a strong focus on mold remediation and texture painting.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Painter

Five Star Painting
Itasca, IL
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
  • Sprayed, brushed and rolled paint on interior and exterior surfaces;.
  • Repaired drywall cracks prior to painting;.
  • Measured and cut materials according to specifications;.
  • Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work;.
  • Removed old paint layers using chemical strippers or scrapers;.
  • Utilized ladders and scaffolding to access hard-to-reach areas;.
  • Kept accurate records of supplies used during projects;.
  • Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
  • Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
  • Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.

Journeyman Painter

TBJ Drywall Painting
Elgin, IL
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
  • Applied primers and sealers as required;.
  • Sprayed, brushed and rolled paint on interior and exterior surfaces;.
  • Repaired drywall cracks prior to painting;.
  • Measured and cut materials according to specifications;.
  • Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work;.
  • Inspected finished surfaces for defects in order to ensure quality standards were met;.
  • Caulked joints between walls, ceilings, moldings and woodwork;.
  • Ensured proper safety measures were taken when handling hazardous materials such as solvents or paint thinners;.
  • Utilized ladders and scaffolding to access hard-to-reach areas;.
  • Kept accurate records of supplies used during projects;.
  • Worked with a variety of tools including brushes, rollers, spray guns and airless sprayers ;.
  • Followed all applicable building codes while completing tasks ;.
  • Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
  • Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.

Journeyman Painter

A&D Painting
Berwyn, IL
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
  • Applied primers and sealers as required;.
  • Sprayed, brushed and rolled paint on interior and exterior surfaces;.
  • Repaired drywall cracks prior to painting;.
  • Installed wall coverings such as wallpaper and fabric-backed vinyls;.
  • Measured and cut materials according to specifications;.
  • Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work;.
  • Removed old paint layers using chemical strippers or scrapers;.
  • Caulked joints between walls, ceilings, moldings and woodwork;.
  • Assisted in the installation of trim pieces such as baseboards and crown moulding;.
  • Kept accurate records of supplies used during projects;.
  • Ordered necessary supplies from vendors based on job requirements;.
  • Worked with a variety of tools including brushes, rollers, spray guns and airless sprayers ;.
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
  • Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
  • Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
  • Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
  • Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
  • Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.

Skills

  • Safety procedures
  • Touch-up painting
  • Commercial painting
  • Industrial painting
  • Spray painting
  • Mold remediation
  • Texture painting

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Journeyman Painter

Five Star Painting
07.2024 - 10.2024

Journeyman Painter

TBJ Drywall Painting
06.2021 - 07.2024

Journeyman Painter

A&D Painting
06.2020 - 05.2023

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