Henry Ventura
Summary
20 Years in the painting/ construction industry.
Have great social skills and adaptable leadership qualities.
Dependable and punctual.
100% Bi lingual. { spanish/english }
Great awareness on how to deal and satisfy both parties and in service{my company] and customer service.
.Always ready to expand my knowledge for myself and to spread to the ones next to me and the new generation that follows.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting Lead
Purcell Painting & Coatings
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Adhered to manufacturer instructions for paints, solvents and any materials used.
- Cleaned job site after project completion, removing tape, and tarps and inspecting for drips or inconsistencies in paint application.
- Demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety principles and practices.
- Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Started and finished the Seattle Children's Hospital floors 7 through 9.
painting foreman
Penington Painting
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Managed time and hours efficiently.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Painter/lead
Long Painting
08.2008 - 11.2014
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
painting apprentice
Rm Painting
02.2006 - 08.2008
- Smoothed and cleaned surfaces and removed wallpaper prior to painting allowing even coating of paint.
- Returned equipment and unused painting supplies to proper locations after each workday.
- Cleaned brushes, rollers any other related painting equipment prior to use.
- prepped millwork, spackling, sanding, caulking, priming etc.
- learned to operate boom lifts
pre apprentice
Fort Simcoe Job Corps
03.2005 - 01.2006
- Learned the basics of painting
- how to hold a brush
- how to use a brush and roller
- how to mud and tape and finish drywall
- earned my osha 10
Education
GED -
Fort Simcoe Job Corps
Yakima, WA11.2006
Skills
- Bi lingual
- Continuous learner
- Effective communication
- Respect for deadlines
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleanliness and tidiness
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Steady hand control
- Time management
- Customer service orientation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Painting Lead
Purcell Painting & Coatings
01.2021 - 07.2023
painting foreman
Penington Painting
01.2016 - 12.2020
Painter/lead
Long Painting
08.2008 - 11.2014
painting apprentice
Rm Painting
02.2006 - 08.2008
pre apprentice
Fort Simcoe Job Corps
03.2005 - 01.2006
GED -
Fort Simcoe Job Corps
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