Peter Trinkwalder
Depew,NY
Summary
Skilled Paint Technician with background in both automotive and residential painting. Strengths include mastery of color matching, surface preparation, and finishing techniques, coupled with knowledge of safety protocols and equipment maintenance. Previous roles have involved improving paint application efficiency and enhancing overall product quality.
Talented floor manager driven to optimize procedures and maximize team performance with exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communicator and strategic planner with adaptable approach. Bringing expertise and several years' experience.
Responsive team leader with strong sales background combined with motivational and encouraging style. Talented trainer, problem-solver and planner takes on routine and complex job functions to promote business success. Well-organized and proactive retail professional with good communication skills and positive attitude.
Down-to-earth professional with proven track record of leading teams to success by effectively directing customer service activities, correctly analyzing sales figures and overseeing store operations. Detail-oriented individual consistently delivers on sales and profits and achieves targets. Awarded for best-in-class sales and customer loyalty.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Paint Technician and Floor Manager
Image Collision Repair
Lockport, New York
07.2011 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, washing and cleaning with solvents.
- Mixed paint to desired color and texture using various tools and techniques.
- Applied primer, sealer, base coat and clear coat according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Managed what jobs needed to be done in a timely manner.
- Made sure we had enough product in the facility to get all jobs done and if we were low I would get more.
- Helped people learn how to get jobs done in a more efficient way
- Would inspect jobs after they were done to make sure the customers would be very satisfied with what they paid their hard earned money for.
- Performed quality control checks during each step of the painting process to ensure accuracy.
- Repaired defects in painted surfaces using putty, bondo, glazing compound.
- Operated spray guns for maximum efficiency while minimizing waste of materials.
- Kept up-to-date records of all work performed including paints used, time spent and cost incurred.
- Cleaned up after job completion by disposing of hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected vehicles prior to painting to identify any damage or rust spots that need attention.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following OSHA standards at all times.
- Provided advice and recommendations on appropriate types of paints for different jobs based on customer requirements.
- Worked closely with body shop technicians to ensure proper preparation before painting process begins.
- Assisted in mixing colors as per client instructions to achieve desired results.
- Applied multiple coats of paint as needed for complete coverage without runs or drips.
- Protected adjacent areas from overspray during the application process.
- Monitored climate conditions such as humidity levels and temperature to adjust drying times accordingly.
- Ensured proper ventilation when spraying hazardous chemicals such as lacquers or enamels.
- Tested new products before use in order to understand their properties better.
- Verified paint color and properties and corrected issues to meet quality targets.
- Cleaned and maintained paint room to avoid color contamination and maintain safety standards.
- Mixed paints to achieve precise colors and properties based on order documentation.
- Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
- Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
- Sanded and sealed completed finishes according to precise specifications.
- Loaded paint into equipment and adjusted controls to maintain consistent paint flow.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Tonawanda High School
North Tonawanda, NY05-2011
Skills
- Inventory Control
- Paint purchasing
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- New technician training
- Basic math abilities
- Quality Control Procedures
- Inspection procedures
- Effective Communication
- Efficiency optimization
- Detail orientation
- Safety Protocols
- Finishing Techniques
- Interpersonal Skills
- Compliance standards
- Safety Procedures
- Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Reliability
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Hand tool use
- Maintenance skills
- Excellent Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Analytical Skills
- Team building
- Multitasking
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-solving abilities
- Self Motivation
Timeline
Head Paint Technician and Floor Manager
Image Collision Repair
07.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
North Tonawanda High School