Hardworking and passionate job seeker with 20+ years in spray painting techniques and high-quality finishes. Utilizes expertise in color matching to achieve precise results. Strong understanding of surface preparation and application processes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter
B & J Collison Center
01.2025 - Current
Primed, Auto painting, all types of vechicles.
Auto detailing/Buffing
Enhanced final finishes by meticulously preparing surfaces, including sanding, masking, and priming.
Supported collision repair department by seamlessly blending new paint into existing finishes for a factory-like appearance after repairs were made.
Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, identifying and rectifying any defects or imperfections promptly.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficiency and prevent contamination of painting process.
Paint Technician
Chris Crain Collision Center
07.2020 - 11.2024
Primed, painted, all types of vechicles.
Streamlined workflow by optimizing processes for prepping, masking, and sanding vehicles before painting.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring safety and efficiency in the paint booth.
Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Team Lead Painter
Macco Auto Painting
11.1998 - 07.2020
Streamlined workflow by optimizing processes for prepping, masking, and sanding vehicles before painting.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring safety and efficiency in the paint booth.
Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
Primed, painted, all types of vehicles.
Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Kept track of inventory levels and ordered necessary supplies well ahead of time preventing delays due to material shortages.
Contributed to successful project bids by preparing accurate estimates of labor hours required for painting tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Little Rock High School
201 W 22nd Street
06-1994
Skills
Expert auto paint sprayer operation
Expert paint mixing
Spray gun maintenance
Car Detail/Buffing
Workplace safety
Teamwork
Certification
Automotive Refinishing Technician Certification – National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).