Ricky Callow
Zuni,VA
Summary
I got into automotive work as a young kid that loved to fix up vehicles in the yard. I went to vocational school in 11th grade, where I gained a lot of knowledge in this industry. I got my first job as a paint helper my senior year in high school and have stayed in the paint industry since then.
I have always enjoyed sharing my knowledge and helping others in the industry to give them more opportunity to learn.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Paint Technician
Bay Custom Auto
07.2021 - Current
- I currently paint everyday in our paint shop. Production painter.
- Run the paint shop and look over two helpers. Have trained both of them to paint as well. We work well as a team.
- Very well versed in how to maximize the work flow and get as much work through the booths as possible.
- Get jobs organized for the day.
- Versed well in sanding and buffing.
- Use my tools available to get color correct.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
- Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
Automotive Paint Technician
Hampton Collision
06.2020 - 07.2021
- I painted everyday in our paint shop. Production painter.
- Ran the paint shop and look over two helpers. Have trained both of them to paint as well. We work well as a team.
- Very well versed in how to maximize the work flow and get as much work through the booths as possible.
- Get jobs organized for the day.
- Versed well in sanding and buffing.
- Use my tools available to get color correct.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
- Maintained optimal stock levels of inventory to guarantee timely availability of products.
Automotive Paint Specialist
National Coatings & Supplies
02.2014 - 06.2020
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Utilized company website and vendor catalogs to locate special order items for customers.
- Mixed paint colors to create custom blends, using paint mixing machine and spatulas.
- Shared personal recommendations and product knowledge with customers to help determine correct product for customer DIY projects.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Preformed color chip updates for Axalta/BASF
- Trained painters on paint lines when shops were switched.
- Helped shops with flow of cars through the shop.
- Install of computers and mixing machines.
- Helped painters maximize material usage.
- Filled in as painter when needed.
- Built some great relationships along the way that I still have to this day. Gained alot of skills in those Years working for National Coatings and Supply.
- Traveled all over United States for new installs and training.
Automotive Paint Technician
CarMax
01.2010 - 02.2014
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
- Removed rust and other debris from surfaces to paint and fill cavities and dents using sandpaper, wire brush and body fillers and applicators.
- Sprayed specified amounts of finish, primer and protective and decorative coatings onto vehicle surfaces.
- Prepared vehicles by removing unnecessary accessories and applying protections to adjacent surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School
Windsor, VA06.2004
Skills
- Very good with working with people on a one on one level
- Demand a high level of quality
- Attention to detail
- Love seeing people grow in skills and knowledge
- Pushing others out of their comfort zone for them to gain skills
- Sanding and buffing
Certification
- Master Certified in Axalta
- I-Car certified
- Car-O-Liner certified
Timeline
Automotive Paint Technician
Bay Custom Auto
07.2021 - Current
Automotive Paint Technician
Hampton Collision
06.2020 - 07.2021
Automotive Paint Specialist
National Coatings & Supplies
02.2014 - 06.2020
Automotive Paint Technician
CarMax
01.2010 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School