Nicholes Lujan
6814 North 77th Lane ,AZ
Summary
Results-driven Automotive Paint Technician with extensive experience at Caliber Collision. Expert in spray gun operation and masking procedures, consistently delivering high-quality finishes. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and training junior staff, leading to improved turnaround times. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining safety and cleanliness in all work areas.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Automotive Paint Technician
Caliber Collision
Phoenix, AZ
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal adhesion.
- Mixed and matched paint colors according to manufacturer specifications for accurate color matching.
- Applied various types of automotive coatings including primers, basecoats, and clearcoats efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools to promote safety and prevent contamination.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and enhance productivity on projects.
Automotive Painter Helper
Sands Collision
Glendale, AZ
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, and applying primer.
- Applied paint using spray guns to ensure even coverage and quality finish.
- Mixed paint colors accurately to match specifications and customer preferences.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects and corrected issues promptly.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
Painters Helper
Streamline Collision
Phoenix, AZ
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Covered surfaces with drop cloths, masking tape and paper during painting.
- Helped remove damaged materials and surfaces in preparation for repairs.
- Improved work efficiency by assisting with the preparation and clean-up of painting surfaces.
- Assisted in achieving high-quality results by properly preparing surfaces through sanding, scraping, and filling holes or cracks.
Buffer
Go Green Autobody
Phoenix, AZ
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Operated various sanding and polishing tools to achieve high-quality surface finishes.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with technicians to prepare vehicles for painting processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on proper buffing techniques and equipment usage, fostering skill development.
- Implemented new buffing procedures that improved turnaround times for vehicle repairs.
- Conducted regular maintenance on buffing equipment, reducing downtime and improving performance reliability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High
San Diego, CA05.2000
Skills
- Masking procedures
- Body filler application
- Detail-oriented finishing
- Estimating repair costs
- Clear coat application
- Primer application
- Spray gun operation
Timeline
Automotive Paint Technician
Caliber Collision
09.2024 - Current
Automotive Painter Helper
Sands Collision
12.2021 - 09.2024
Painters Helper
Streamline Collision
10.2019 - 11.2021
Buffer
Go Green Autobody
10.2016 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High