Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Automotive Classic Restoration
Languages
Timeline
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Joshua Ruiz

West Valley,Utah

Summary

Dynamic Automotive Paint Technician with a proven track record at Pelons Garage, enhancing productivity and achieving consistent color matching through advanced techniques. Expert in surface preparation and quality control, fostering strong client relationships and mentoring junior staff. Committed to safety and continuous improvement, ensuring high-quality finishes and customer satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Automotive Paint Technician

Pelons Garage
01.2021 - Current
  • Boosted productivity in painting workflows.
  • Utilized cutting-edge color matching tools to achieve consistent results.
  • Reduced rework occurrences by maintaining precision throughout the painting process.
  • Disposed of hazardous materials in compliance with local regulations.
  • Maintained exceptional work quality standards through rigorous surface preparation, masking, and sanding procedures prior to painting.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality automotive paint services and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Promoted cleanliness and orderliness to ensure safety.
  • Completed jobs efficiently by prioritizing tasks, effectively managing time, and collaborating with team members when needed.
  • Maximized paint longevity for customers'' vehicles by recommending appropriate sealants, clear coats, or other protective measures based on their needs.
  • Contributed to team success by actively participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with others in the department.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication channels throughout the repair process and addressing any issues that arose promptly.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to new hires or junior staff members, helping them quickly become proficient in their roles as automotive paint technicians.
  • Maintained a high level of organization in the work area by keeping tools and equipment clean, properly stored, and easily accessible.
  • Enhanced paint mixing methods to optimize material utilization and minimize waste.
  • Enhanced paint shop productivity by streamlining work processes and implementing efficient time management techniques.
  • Achieved consistent color matching on all vehicles by utilizing advanced color matching technologies and regularly calibrating equipment.

Paint Prepper

MAACO
06.2017 - 01.2021
  • Cleaned guns, tanks and tubes with solvents, wire brushes and cloths.
  • Maximized paint adhesion by properly sanding and smoothing surfaces before application.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail while inspecting surfaces for flaws or defects prior to painting processes.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols and wearing appropriate protective gear.

Education

Highschool - Automotive Painting

Cyprus High School
Magna, UT
06.2017

Skills

  • Masking procedures
  • Body filler application
  • Detail-oriented finishing
  • Estimating repair costs
  • Clear coat application
  • Color matching expertise
  • Sanding techniques
  • Primer application
  • Surface preparation techniques
  • Quality control inspection
  • Polishing techniques
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Spray gun operation
  • Solvent selection
  • Damage assessment
  • Chemical safety awareness
  • Sealer application
  • Paint mixing proficiency
  • Automotive paint application
  • Adhesion promoter use
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Paint sprayer operation
  • Material handling
  • Hand tool use
  • Relationship building
  • Tool maintenance
  • Surface cleaning
  • Surface preparation
  • Paint mixing
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Finishing techniques
  • Self motivation

Accomplishments

One thing about me is that I’m very persistent even through failure. If I mess up then I get back on my feet and problem solve what I did wrong to ensure my growth as an individual to ensure I reach my goal. My biggest accomplishment is when I personally restored a classic from scratch. I removed all contaminated panels and welded new ones to even painting the vehicle myself with a custom color. Still I have so much to learn about colors I’m willing to fail to succeed so that I can reach who I want to be. This speaks thru my life who I am that I won’t back down from a challenge. I’ve hit rock bottom many times but I always to strive to come back stronger, smarter, and better than I was the day before.

Automotive Classic Restoration

I will say I still have much to learn, I learned how to do all these skills from welding to refinishing paint jobs on my own. I strive to be the best that I can be to one day have my own classic. I’ve removed panels to replace them with  new ones in all the right steps never cut corners. I’ve restored broncos, chevelles, Hondas even just simple repairs from customers with finished restored classics by touching them up or fixing dents and paint matching.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Automotive Paint Technician

Pelons Garage
01.2021 - Current

Paint Prepper

MAACO
06.2017 - 01.2021

Highschool - Automotive Painting

Cyprus High School
Joshua Ruiz