Raquel Cabrera
Summary
Proven Industrial Painter/Blaster with extensive experience at McDermott, demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail. Skilled in surface preparation, I significantly reduced material wastage and consistently exceeded quality standards. My commitment to safety protocols and team collaboration has enhanced productivity and workplace safety. Seeking a long-term safety technician position in the field due to my experience and understanding of the construction industry, my goal is to get everyone back home safe just the way they came to work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Painter/Blaster
McDermott
Sabine Pass, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Maintained painting equipment in excellent condition, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Ensured a safe working environment through proper use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing paint usage through accurate measurements and application techniques.
- Performed regular inspections of completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded consistently throughout the project duration.
- Tracking down pipe according to ISO drawing to ensure that it can be worked on safely by the means of a scaffold, man-lift or scissor lift.
- Reading ISO’s
- Transferring work data to a QC report manually for each ISO drawing according to job specifications.
- Ensuring proper painting conditions before paint application.
- Safety committee, audit jobs, attended meeting to better working conditions at job site.
Industrial Painter/Blaster
Brock Services
Sulphur, LA
06.2019 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Maintained painting equipment in excellent condition, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Ensured a safe working environment through proper use of protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing paint usage through accurate measurements and application techniques.
- Performed regular inspections of completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded consistently throughout the project duration.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing tools, materials, and workspace efficiently.
- Provided expert guidance on surface preparation procedures such as abrasive blasting or chemical treatments necessary for achieving desired finishes on different materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, and ladders to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Prepared and applied stencils, computer-generated decals or other decorative items to finished products.
- Prevented misfires by conducting thorough pre-blast inspections of all equipment, connections, and detonators before initiating each blast sequence.
- Sandblasted heavy equipment using spray guns and sandblasting equipment to clean grease, dried concrete, oil paint and rust from equipment.
- Turned dials, valves or switches to regulate conveyor speeds, machine temperature, air pressure and circulation. (Plural pump)
- Improved team productivity with consistent communication and coordination during blasting operations.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
Education
NCCER - Safety
ABC School of SETX
Nederland, TX03.2024
Skills
- Surface Preparation
- Industrial Equipment Operation
- Worksite Cleanliness
- Airless Spray Systems
- Safety Protocols Adherence
- Quality Control Inspections
- Spray Painting Techniques
- Respiratory protection
- Safety understanding
- Punctual and Dependable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Paint mixing
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Attention to Detail
- Power and hand tools
- Team Collaboration
- Dependable
- Brushing and rolling paint
- Bilingual
Certification
NCCER NUMBER: 27864952
SAFETY TECHNOLOGY
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY TECHNICIAN (CSST)
CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY SUPERVISOR (CSSS)
OSHA 30
CPR
CCMA
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Professional Refrence
Yolanda Sánchez (956) 970-5511
Francisco Pagan (337) 215-0126
Oscar Jiménez (409) 332-9268
Timeline
Industrial Painter/Blaster
McDermott
06.2024 - Current
Industrial Painter/Blaster
Brock Services
06.2019 - 05.2024
NCCER - Safety
ABC School of SETX