Kelvin Figueroa
Houston
Summary
I am willing to train others and give precise, clear instructions for what needs to be accomplished. Dedicated employee with a successful track record of meeting deadlines and tight budgets. Ready for a new position where attention to detail can be utilized.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Painter
S&B Industries
Houston
07.2025 - Current
- Oversaw painting operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior painters on best practices and techniques.
- Managed paint inventory and ordered supplies as needed for projects.
- Inspected finished work for quality control and compliance with standards.
- Adhered strictly to industry regulations pertaining to health and safety practices during painting operations.
Painter foremen
Performance Contractors
Houston
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment for even coverage.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment during painting tasks.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate paint types and colors based on project requirements.
- Learned company protocols for effective communication with clients about project details.
- Tracked isometric drawings and piping and instrumentation drawings to determine the work scope and timing to perform the work on the pipe
Blaster Painter
Apache Industrial Services
Houston
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared surfaces using sandblasting and grinding tools for effective paint application.
- Applied protective coatings and paints to various surfaces following safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent quality in paint finishes.
- Conducted inspections of painted surfaces for defects or inconsistencies before final approval.
- Used various types of abrasives including glass beads, aluminum oxide, and garnet sand.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, and masking off areas.
Painter
BrandSafway
Houston
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning prior to painting.
- Applied various types of coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Mixed paints and finishes according to specifications and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition through regular cleaning.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
Education
Cip Level 1 - Coatings Inspector Program
Houston
08.2025 - 08.2025
North Shore Senior High School
Houston, TxSome College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Surface preparation
- Quality control
- Paint mixing
- Safety compliance
- Supervisor
- Pre plan job task
- Read isometric drawings and piping and instrumentation
- 3D drawings on computer or iPad models
- Very familiar with new construction job sites and live refineries units / loading docks / vessels/ oxidizers/ heaters/ pump pads
- Pipes/valves sizes and layouts
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Mentorship skills
- Efficient time management
- Production planning
- Blueprint reading proficiency
- Quality control monitoring
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Nccer for paint
Timeline
Cip Level 1 - Coatings Inspector Program
Houston
08.2025 - 08.2025
Lead Painter
S&B Industries
07.2025 - Current
Painter foremen
Performance Contractors
01.2024 - 06.2025
Blaster Painter
Apache Industrial Services
01.2022 - 11.2023
Painter
BrandSafway
07.2019 - 12.2021
North Shore Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement
Houston Community College