Oscar Ortiz
Queens
Summary
Dynamic painter with extensive experience at Albert Pearlman, excelling in surface preparation and color consultation. Proven ability to deliver flawless finishes while maintaining equipment and managing project scopes. Recognized for expertise in plaster repair and a keen eye for detail, ensuring high-quality results in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter/Foreman
Albert Pearlman
New York
08.2015 - 08.2024
- Read floor plans
- Performed minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Kept accurate records of completed jobs for billing purposes.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
Education
D.C 9 Painter Union
New York, New YorkSkills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Plaster repair
- Color consultation
- Equipment maintenance
- Scope of work planning
- Touch-up painting
- Oil painting techniques
- Indoor and outdoor painting
Timeline
Painter/Foreman
Albert Pearlman
08.2015 - 08.2024
D.C 9 Painter Union