MICHAEL VALENTI
ALBRIGHTSVILLE,PA
Summary
Certified Coatings Inspector with over a decade of experience in surface preparation, coating application, and quality assurance. Proficient in conducting visual inspections, performing field tests, and ensuring compliance with industry standards (NACE, SSPC, ISO). Skilled in using advanced inspection tools, documenting findings, and maintaining safety protocols. Adept at managing projects, training teams, and delivering high-quality results in industrial and commercial settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Coating Inspector
AEIS
2024.01 - Current
- First responsibility is to assure that all work is preformed safely .
- Physically inspected surface preparation/cleanliness, paint mixing/application and finish product itself.
- Visual inspection and associated field test to assure compliance with specs/ manufacturer's directions including but not limited to taking ambient( Psychrometer/ Surface temp gage), blast profile/ cleanliness(Testex tape and micrometer, Surface comparators), SCAT tests, wet film thickness gage, dry film thickness gage.
- Documented all daily reports for company/client and communicated to all relevant parties/individuals associated within project.
- As supervisor, I had added reasonability/authority to assure and/or correct quality and/or deficiencies in work.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Improved coating quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Enhanced project efficiency by providing timely feedback to the coating team regarding defects and inconsistencies.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by meticulously reviewing project specifications and adhering to guidelines.
- Managed project timelines effectively, prioritizing tasks and coordinating with team members to meet deadlines.
Coatings Inspector
JMT
2023.05 - 2024.01
- First responsibility is to assure that all work is preformed safely .
- Physically inspected surface preparation/cleanliness, paint mixing/application and finish product itself.
- Visual inspection and associated field test to assure compliance with specs/ manufacturer's directions including but not limited to taking ambient( Psychrometer/ Surface temp gage), blast profile/ cleanliness(Testex tape and micrometer, Surface comparators), SCAT tests, wet film thickness gage, dry film thickness gage.
- Documented all daily reports for company/client and communicated to all relevant parties/individuals associated within project.
- As supervisor, I had added reasonability/authority to assure and/or correct quality and/or deficiencies in work.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Used analyzers, multimeters and power supplies to conduct diagnostic procedures.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
Coatings Inspector
Si Engineering
2022.06 - 2023.05
- First responsibility is to assure that all work is preformed safely .
- Physically inspected surface preparation/cleanliness, paint mixing/application and finish product itself.
- Visual inspection and associated field test to assure compliance with specs/ manufacturer's directions including but not limited to taking ambient( Psychrometer/ Surface temp gage), blast profile/ cleanliness(Testex tape and micrometer, Surface comparators), SCAT tests, wet film thickness gage, dry film thickness gage.
- Documented all daily reports for company/client and communicated to all relevant parties/individuals associated within project.
- As supervisor, I had added reasonability/authority to assure and/or correct quality and/or deficiencies in work.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Achieved optimal adherence by washing, treating and sanding surfaces.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Bridge Painter
Local Union 806
2010.06 - 2022.06
- QC Work
- First responsibility is to assure that all work is preformed safely .
- Physically inspected surface preparation/cleanliness, paint mixing/application and finish product itself.
- Visual inspection and associated field test to assure compliance with specs/ manufacturer's directions including but not limited to taking ambient( Psychrometer/ Surface temp gage), blast profile/ cleanliness(Testex tape and micrometer, Surface comparators), SCAT tests, wet film thickness gage, dry film thickness gage.
- Documented all daily reports for company/client and communicated to all relevant parties/individuals associated within project.
- As supervisor, I had added reasonability/authority to assure and/or correct quality and/or deficiencies in work.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Achieved optimal adherence by washing, treating and sanding surfaces.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
Education
John Adams High School
Ozone Park, NY10.1998
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Perceptual Speed
- Specifications Conformance
- Inspection Tools:Psychrometer, DFT Gauges, Holiday Detectors, Testex Tape, Surface Comparators
- Standards:NACE, SSPC, ISO 8501, ASTM D7234
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Inspection Reporting Software
- Surface Preparation & Coating Application
- Visual & Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Quality Control & Assurance
- Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Project Documentation & Reporting
- Team Leadership & Training
Certification
- Nace level 2 certified coatings
- SSPC C-3/C-5 competent person for the deleading of industrial structures
- TWIC Card
- Ethics course
- OSHA 30
- 32 Hours Supported scaffold erector training
- 32 Hours Suspended scaffold supervisor
Job locations
Brooklyn bridge
Whitestone bridge
MTA L line
MTA 6 Station’s rehab
Tarrytown water tank
RFK bridge
Throgs neck bridge
Susquehanna River Bridge (penndot)
Timeline
Coating Inspector
AEIS
2024.01 - Current
Coatings Inspector
JMT
2023.05 - 2024.01
Coatings Inspector
Si Engineering
2022.06 - 2023.05
Bridge Painter
Local Union 806
2010.06 - 2022.06
John Adams High School