Jorge M. Canales Ramos
Orlando,United States
Summary
Resourceful Fiberglass Technician recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in fiberglass fabrication, mold making, and quality control ensuring high-quality outcomes. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to meet project deadlines and exceed expectations. Committed to continuous learning and applying innovative techniques for optimal results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiberglass
Blue Hippo
Orlando, Fl
09.2023 - Current
- I managed time effectively and collaborated as part of a team to ensure project objectives and tasks were completed on time and met deadlines.
- I utilized advanced technical skills and experience to solve complex problems and implement solutions.
- I used power tools such as grinders, routers, saws, and drills when necessary to complete tasks quickly and accurately.
- I polished the repaired areas with sandpaper or buffing wheels to achieve a smooth finish.
- I cut and shaped fiberglass cloth using hand tools such as scissors, razors, and knives.
- The cured laminates were sanded to prepare them for final finishing operations, such as painting or polishing.
- Plans and drawings provided by the clients were reviewed to understand the requirements of each job.
- Surfaces were prepared before applying paint coatings by cleaning them with solvents or abrasive materials.
- Holes were drilled in the fiberglass components for mounting hardware or accessories.
- The lamination equipment was operated and adjusted, controlling speed, pressure, and temperature.
- The lamination process was managed by observing the curing time and surface temperature to fine-tune the results and achieve quality results.
- Layers of saturated fiberglass were pressed into molds, wrinkles were smoothed, and air bubbles were removed to produce a quality product.
- Trimming, grinding, and polishing of composite materials were performed.
- Fiberglass was laminated into various products using manual layup and vacuum packing techniques.
- Advanced measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and dial gauges were used to compare part dimensions with blueprints or drawings.
- Custom parts were manufactured to customer specifications using CNC mills, sanders, and other tools.
- Molds were developed for various components, ensuring proper fit and finish.
- Close collaboration was maintained with other departments to ensure timely project completion.
Fiberglass Finisher
Velocity Powerboat
Sanford, FL
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Performing patching/bodywork on plugs and custom boats
- Mixing and applying different fillers, and leveling with air sander or block
- Detail-oriented
- Willingness to learn
- Team player
- Repairs fiberglass boat hulls, decks, and small parts using a spray gun with paint, buffer with wax, polish, compound, fillers, putty, and/or paste.
- Inspect boat surfaces for defects such as air voids, cuts, cracks, chips, etc.
- Fiberglass and gel-coat repair
- Must be able to block, sand, repair patchwork, and buff boat hulls, decks, and small parts.
Boat Builder
Canales Boat Building and Rea
Fajardo, PR
03.2000 - 05.2010
- Inspected ship components and mechanisms for compliance with safety, operability and regulatory standards.
- Monitored inventory, budgeted supply use and ordered supplies to keep ship sufficiently stocked.
- Performed thorough, accurate and efficient repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Gel coat, chopper, install stringer and transom, install water and gas tank, assemble the boat.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Patching, mixing and applying different fillers, and leveling with sand.
- Repairs fiberglass boat hulls, decks and small parts using a spray gun with paint, buffer with wax polish.
- Fiberglass and gelcoat repair.
Education
GED -
MRG
Morgantown, WV04.2016
Skills
- Fiberglass
- Fiberglass repair and installation
- Fiberglass mold
- Silicone mold
- Hand layup technique
- Roll fiberglass
- Primer application
- Gelcoat application and repair
- Surface inspection
- Bodywork techniques
- Sanding and buffing
- Painting with spray gun
- Trimming and cutting
- Surface finishing
- Power tool operation
- Composite materials
- Chopper gun operation
- Measurement tools
- Heat Gun Usage
- Chemical handling protocols
- Resin mixing and application
- Epoxy resin handling
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Deadline oriented
- Complex Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Fiberglass
Blue Hippo
09.2023 - Current
Fiberglass Finisher
Velocity Powerboat
10.2022 - 08.2023
Boat Builder
Canales Boat Building and Rea
03.2000 - 05.2010
GED -
MRG