David Ruiz Valdivia
Highly motivated, dependable, and physically reliable professional with 15+ years of experience in industrial and commercial painting. Experienced in painting industrial tanks, bridges, commercial structures, and large-scale projects, with strong knowledge of surface preparation, coating application, and maintaining high-quality workmanship. 34 years old, bilingual in English and Spanish, and physically capable of performing demanding work in industrial environments, including lifting, climbing, standing for extended periods, and working in various weather conditions. Dedicated, hardworking, and safety-conscious, with a strong work ethic and commitment to completing projects efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards. Reliable team player who takes pride in his work and consistently strives to deliver professional results.
Work History
Industrial Painter
2 Years 1 Month- Prepared surfaces through sanding, cleaning, masking, and priming for industrial coating application.
- Applied paint and protective finishes using spray guns, brushes, and rollers for consistent coverage.
- Mixed coatings, hardeners, and solvents to match specifications and required viscosity.
- Inspected finished surfaces for defects, runs, and coverage issues, correcting inconsistencies promptly.
- Complied with safety procedures while handling chemicals, respirators, and ventilation equipment.
- Conducted thorough assessments of project specifications before beginning work to ensure all requirements were understood and achievable within given timelines.
Industrial Painter
- Followed work orders, blueprints, and coating instructions to meet finish requirements.
- Maintained painting equipment, cleaned tools, and organized materials to support efficient workflow.
- Assisted team members with masking, surface prep, and material staging for production readiness.
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Specialize in bridges and water tanks, industrial painting.
Oil Refinery /industrial Painting
Painted the oil refinery tanks
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Sandblast and pain in the gas tanks.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.