Glen Gonsalves
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Organized painter well-versed with color combinations, chemicals, painting tools and equipment used in painting processes. Offering 30+ years of experience applying paint on exterior and interior surfaces. Customer-focused individual exceptionally talented at preparing surfaces by sanding, scraping and spackling. experienced with commercial and residential.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Painter
Performance Contractors, Inc.
07.2020 - Current
- Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
- Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
Journeyman Painter
Luxor Hotel & Casino
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.
- Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
Journeyman Painter
Performance Contractors, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
Journeyman Painter
Kola Constructon & Painting
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.
- Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
Journeyman Painter
JD Painting & Decorating Inc.
02.2010 - 12.2015
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
Education
Painters Apprenticeship - Painter
Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HI01.1992
High School Diploma -
Moanalua High School
Honolulu, HI05.1987
Skills
- Finish Removal
- Hazard Recognition and Removal
- Wood Staining
- Manual and Machine Sanding
- Work Order Interpretation
- Materials Calculation
- Cost Estimation
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Clear Communication
- Pigment Mixing
- OSHA Compliance
Timeline
Journeyman Painter
Performance Contractors, Inc.
07.2020 - Current
Journeyman Painter
Luxor Hotel & Casino
08.2017 - 06.2020
Journeyman Painter
Performance Contractors, Inc.
01.2017 - 07.2017
Journeyman Painter
Kola Constructon & Painting
01.2016 - 01.2017
Journeyman Painter
JD Painting & Decorating Inc.
02.2010 - 12.2015
Painters Apprenticeship - Painter
Honolulu Community College
High School Diploma -
Moanalua High School
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