Jonathan Cardenas
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Furniture Refinisher known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills in surface preparation, color matching, and finishing. Excels in time management, problem-solving, and creativity to restore furniture to its original beauty or give it a modern twist.
Motivated student, eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives, and a strong work ethic to any team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Furniture Refinisher / Woodworker
Mid Century Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Restored vintage antique furniture to near original state.
- Applied stains, paints, lacquers, varnishes and other finishes to furniture pieces using brushes and spray guns.
- Color matching using stains and toners accordingly to fit customer specifications/needs.
- Repaired damaged furniture parts such as legs, drawers, doors and frames.
- Installed hardware on furniture pieces including handles, knobs and hinges.
- Removed old finish from furniture pieces with chemical strippers or mechanical tools such as scrapers and sanders.
- Packaged furniture and shipped globally via courier or crates.
- Crate Builder (Constructed custom crates and sized them appropriately to fit individual furniture pieces).
Education
High School Diploma -
The Met
Sacramento, CA06-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Wood Technology / Digital Fabrication
Laney College
Oakland, CASkills
- Machining Safety Protocols
- Experience in Installing Cabinets / Hardware
- Spray Gun Knowledge
- Finishing Techniques
- Understanding Shop Drawings / CV Files
- Made Shop Drawings / Machining Plans / Cut Lists
- Color Matching
- Upholstery
- Customer Service
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Portfolio
Jonathans Portfolio - Google Docs
Timeline
Furniture Refinisher / Woodworker
Mid Century Sacramento
10.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
The Met
Some College (No Degree) - Wood Technology / Digital Fabrication
Laney College
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