Matthew Ortiz
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Lead Industrial Painter with hands-on experience applying high-quality coatings to large metal equipment including dump trucks, water tanks, and commercial vehicles. Skilled in surface preparation, HVLP spray application, paint mixing, and defect correction in controlled environments. Experienced with PPG single-stage and multi-coat systems, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. Proven ability to lead workflow, meet production deadlines, and maintain consistent finish standards.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Industrial Painter
VALEW
Adelanto, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Lead painting operations for heavy-duty equipment including dump trucks, water tanks, and commercial truck bodies
- Directed workflow and task assignments to ensure efficient production and on-time completion of paint jobs
- Performed advanced surface preparation including sanding, masking, and metal conditioning for high-durability coatings
- Mixed and applied primer, basecoat, clearcoat, and PPG single-stage coatings using HVLP spray systems in controlled paint booth environments
- Ensured consistent finish quality by inspecting for defects (runs, fisheyes, orange peel) and performing corrections
- Maintained strict compliance with safety standards, PPE usage, and hazardous material handling procedures
- Oversaw maintenance of spray equipment, air systems, and paint booth cleanliness to prevent contamination
- Trained and assisted team members on proper paint techniques, masking, and equipment use
- Applied coatings designed for long-term environmental resistance on industrial equipment
Box Truck Driver
Amazon (Midas Trucking)
Santa Clarita, CA
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Operate 16–26 ft box trucks with DOT-compliant inspections and safe driving practices
- Deliver large freight using liftgates and material handling equipment
- Maintain route efficiency using GPS and delivery software
- Follow strict safety procedures in fast-paced environments
Manufacturing Apprentice
Lost Angels Career Center
Lost Angels Career Center
01.2026 - 04.2026
- FOD Compliance
- Mechanical training including torque sequence and specs
- Basic mechanical and electrical principles
- Engine teardown and reassemble (ie. Chevy Small Block)
- Suspension teardown and reassemble
- Create, read and follow work orders including bag & tag
- Conduct auto body repair: dent repair, surface prep, sanding, primer, filler application and various masking techniques
- Entry-level blueprints for sheet metal and square tubing structures
- Ability to cut, bend, and weld sheet metal, body panels, frames
- Introduction to running CAM programs (G-Code), machine homing and work offset
- CNC Lathe experience in loading blanks/programs, part inspection, and precision measurement using calipers and micrometers
- Entry-level precision drilling and measurements such as drill starts and corrections
- Proficiency in threading metal (tap/die)
- MIG weld various joints
- Weld components and ability to adjust machine based on material gauges
- Ability to comprehend weld symbols, weld components and correct sequence
- Assembling electronic components and circuit boards including flux, tinning, and component placement
- Preparing and soldering components to build fabricated metal parts and items
Education
Certificate of Completion - Advanced Manufacturing Program
Lost Angels Career Center
Lancaster, CA4 2026
High School Diploma -
Antelope Valley Adult School
Lancaster, CASkills
HVLP spray gun operation in controlled paint booth environments
Surface preparation (sanding, cleaning, masking, metal conditioning)
Application of primer, topcoat, basecoat/clearcoat, and single-stage coatings
PPG coating systems and industrial paint application
Paint mixing to specification (ratios, viscosity, pot life control)
Coating inspection and defect correction (runs, fisheyes, orange peel)
Rework and refinishing of painted surfaces to meet quality standards
FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention and contamination control
Interpretation of work instructions and production requirements
Hazardous material handling, PPE compliance, and safety procedures
Paint booth maintenance and environmental control awareness
Equipment maintenance (spray guns, airlines, regulators, filtration systems)
Precision and attention to detail in coating application
Production workflow coordination and team leadership
Basic blueprint reading and manufacturing fundamentals
Certification
- HAZMAT
- Cal/OSHA
- Forklift
- Sexual Harassment
Timeline
Lead Industrial Painter
VALEW
04.2026 - Current
Manufacturing Apprentice
Lost Angels Career Center
01.2026 - 04.2026
Box Truck Driver
Amazon (Midas Trucking)
12.2025 - 04.2026
Certificate of Completion - Advanced Manufacturing Program
Lost Angels Career Center
High School Diploma -
Antelope Valley Adult School