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Ricky Bennett

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Dependable Painter with 14 years of hands-on experience in commercial and industrial settings. Methodical and self-directed team player, well-versed in both interior and exterior applications.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter

Ambrosino Construction
Queens, NY
07.2017 - 12.2023
  • Worked closely with clients to understand what they're looking for and advised them on different colors, mediums, and other applicable options.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
  • Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
  • Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.

Maintenance Technician

CLC World Encantada/Regal Oaks
Kissimmee, FL
07.2014 - 07.2017
  • Handled equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner including touching up paints, repairing blinds and changing light bulbs.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Ensured timely completion of all unit turnovers according to guidelines.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.

Houseman

Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa
Kissimmee, FL
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Performed deep cleaning duties such as shampooing carpets or polishing furniture when required.
  • Followed safety guidelines while handling hazardous materials such as chemicals.
  • Communicated effectively with other departments such as front desk or engineering teams if needed.
  • Checked stock levels of cleaning supplies regularly and reported low inventory levels to supervisors.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.

Painter

Ambrosino Construction
Queens , NY
08.2005 - 08.2012
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
  • Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
  • Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Calculated cost and quantities of required materials based on surface measurements or work orders.
  • Smoothed surfaces using various tools including sandpaper, brushes, steel wool and metal.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Andrew's Anglican Secondary School
Grenada
06-1989

Skills

  • Paint Mixing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Surface Preparation

Accomplishments

  • Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa-Employee of the 1st quarter 2014.

Timeline

Painter

Ambrosino Construction
07.2017 - 12.2023

Maintenance Technician

CLC World Encantada/Regal Oaks
07.2014 - 07.2017

Houseman

Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa
08.2013 - 06.2015

Painter

Ambrosino Construction
08.2005 - 08.2012

High School Diploma -

St. Andrew's Anglican Secondary School
Ricky Bennett