Proven Automotive Spray Painter and Body Technician with a track record of excellence at Maaco Enterprises Inc and Dynamic Elite Collision. Specializes in equipment calibration and quality control, ensuring over 95% customer satisfaction. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering high-quality finishes and repairs that meet stringent employer standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Spray Painter
Maaco Enterprises Inc Maaco Auto Pntg Bodywork Ctr
08.2020 - 05.2023
Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
Sprayed specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
Used metal pick hammers and punches to remove minor pits and dimples in body.
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
Turned dials, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products.
Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
Automotive Spray Painter
Dynamic Elite Collision
03.2017 - 08.2019
Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
Hammered out minor body dents and dimples using bumping hammer.
Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
Sprayed specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
Used metal pick hammers and punches to remove minor pits and dimples in body.
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
Turned dials, handwheels, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation.
Filled hoppers, reservoirs and pans with material used to coat, paint or spray using conveyors or pails.
Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products.
Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
Automotive Body Technician
Los De Santiago Auto Body Shop
05.2014 - 01.2017
Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
Diagnosed and repaired various mechanical and electrical problems on diverse vehicle makes and models.
Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
Education
Certificate - Introduction To Carbon Fiber
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Certificate - Hazardous Air Pollutant Reduction.
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Certificate - Hazardous Material Storage Disposal.
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Certificate - Detailing
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Certified - Road To Gold Orientation
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Certificate - Refinishing Equipment
I-Car PPG
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2019
Skills
Equipment Calibration
Vehicle disassembly
Workplace Safety
Environmental Compliance
Damage Assessment
Quality control inspection
Inspection procedures
Teamwork and Collaboration
Quality Control
Sealant Application
Pattern Recognition
Surface cleaning
Physical Stamina
Interpersonal Communication
Task Prioritization
Compliance standards
Continuous Improvement
Defect Correction
Inventory Management
Quality Assurance
Organizational Skills
Professionalism
Hazardous waste disposal
Safety Protocols
Equipment operation
Material Selection
Problem-solving aptitude
Maintenance skills
Troubleshooting
Active Listening
Cavity filling
Adaptability and Flexibility
Equipment Maintenance
Surface Preparation
Excellent Communication
Hand tool use
Coating application
Problem-Solving
Tool Maintenance
Modifications and adjustments
Equipment Preparation
Spray Gun Operation
Multitasking
Corrective Action Implementation
Repairing wall surfaces
Multitasking Abilities
Attention to Detail
Team building
Relationship Building
Pressure control
Equipment Operation
Hazardous Material Handling
Self Motivation
Color Matching
Problem-solving abilities
Color mixing
Reliability
Detail orientation
Time management abilities
Efficiency optimization
Finishing Techniques
Visual Inspection
Material Handling
Adaptability
Machine Assembly
Effective Communication
Paint mixing
Goal Setting
Analytical Thinking
References
Yolanda Rojo 11637 Angell St. Norwalk, CA 90650
(562)390-8329
Luis Lopez
11637 Angell St Norwalk, CA. 90650
(323)839-6200
Elizabeth Marquez
15566 Carmel Verde Ln.
Moreno valley, CA. 92551
(951) 419-9031
Timeline
Automotive Spray Painter
Maaco Enterprises Inc Maaco Auto Pntg Bodywork Ctr
08.2020 - 05.2023
Automotive Spray Painter
Dynamic Elite Collision
03.2017 - 08.2019
Automotive Body Technician
Los De Santiago Auto Body Shop
05.2014 - 01.2017
Certificate - Introduction To Carbon Fiber
I-Car PPG
Certificate - Hazardous Air Pollutant Reduction.
I-Car PPG
Certificate - Hazardous Material Storage Disposal.
I-Car PPG
Certificate - Detailing
I-Car PPG
Certified - Road To Gold Orientation
I-Car PPG
Certificate - Refinishing Equipment
I-Car PPG
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