Vitaly Smirnov
Tampa
Summary
Fiberglass Technician experienced in fiberglass production and repair. Improved operational efficiency by optimizing processes and maintaining high-quality output through expertise in fabrication techniques and safety standards. Motivated by challenges, demonstrating strong work ethic, adaptability, and effective independent work.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiberglass Technician
Elite Marine Specialists
St. Petersburg
12.2018 - Current
- Fabricated fiberglass components for boats and marine structures.
- Mixed and applied fiberglass resin to boat hulls, decks, and bulkheads, enhancing durability and water resistance.
- Mixed and applied resin to create strong, durable surfaces on vessels.
- Installed fiberglass components on boats and vessels to ensure structural integrity and performance.
- Operated hand and power tools for shaping and finishing fiberglass materials.
- Utilized power tools such as grinders, routers, saws, and drills to complete tasks quickly and accurately.
- Repaired damaged areas on boats by sanding down existing material and applying new layers of fiberglass cloth and resin mixture.
- Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds, smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality product.
- Laid up mold patterns with matting materials such as woven roving or chopped strand matting.
- Applied gelcoat to molds to create a smooth surface finish on finished products.
- Sanded cured laminates to prepare them for final finishing operations such as painting or polishing.
- Prepared surfaces prior to application of paint coatings by cleaning with solvents or abrasive materials.
- Inspected finished products for quality control and structural integrity.
- Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
- Followed safety procedures at all times while working in the shop environment.
- Sprayed gel coat on fiberglass molds to specified thickness to protect fiberglass exterior.
- Sprayed gel coat on fiberglass molds to specified thickness to protect fiberglass exterior.
Fiberglass Technician
Embree Marine
St. Petersburg
10.2012 - 12.2018
- Mixed and applied fiberglass resin to enhance durability and strength of boat hulls, decks, and bulkheads.
- Mixed and applied resin to create strong, durable surfaces on vessels.
- Repaired damaged areas on boats by sanding down existing material and applying new layers of fiberglass cloth and resin mixture.
- Polished repaired areas using sandpaper and buffing wheels to ensure a high-quality, smooth finish.
- Operated hand and power tools for shaping and finishing fiberglass materials.
- Utilized power tools such as grinders, routers, saws, drills when necessary in order to complete tasks quickly and accurately.
- Inspected finished products for quality control, ensuring compliance with structural integrity standards.
- Applied gelcoat to molds to create a smooth surface finish on finished products.
- Sanded cured laminates to prepare them for final finishing operations such as painting or polishing.
- Prepared surfaces prior to application of paint coatings by cleaning with solvents or abrasive materials.
- Sprayed gel coat on fiberglass molds to specified thickness to protect fiberglass exterior.
- Maintained clean workspace to ensure safety and efficiency standards.
Fiberglass Technician
Salt Creek Marina
St. Petersburg
05.2007 - 09.2012
- Fabricated fiberglass components using specialized tools and techniques.
- Conducted repairs on damaged fiberglass structures to ensure durability.
- Supported assembly of boats and marine equipment to ensure quality and functionality.
- Applied gelcoat to enhance surface protection and aesthetic appeal.
- Sprayed boats with awlgrip paint for improved durability and finish.
- Sand blasting
- Sanding bottoms on boat, fixing blisters
Fiberglass Technician
Progressive Marine Service
St. Petersburg
05.2002 - 05.2007
- Fabricated fiberglass components with specialized tools and techniques to meet design specifications.
- Conducted repairs on damaged fiberglass structures, enhancing their durability and performance.
- Assisted in assembly of boats and marine equipment, contributing to timely project completion.
- Applying gelcoat
- Performed sand blasting on surfaces to prepare for coating and finishing.
- Sanding bottoms on boats and fixing blisters
Education
Sickles High School
Tampa, FLAssociate of Arts - Culinary
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FLSkills
- Fiberglass fabrication
- Mold making
- Resin application
- Spraying gelcoat
- Spraying primer and paint
- Surface preparation
- Quality control
Timeline
Fiberglass Technician
Elite Marine Specialists
12.2018 - Current
Fiberglass Technician
Embree Marine
10.2012 - 12.2018
Fiberglass Technician
Salt Creek Marina
05.2007 - 09.2012
Fiberglass Technician
Progressive Marine Service
05.2002 - 05.2007
Sickles High School
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Hillsborough Community College