Walter Osorio
Chicago,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented painter with proven expertise in surface preparation, paint application, and safety protocols. Committed to maintaining high standards and completing projects efficiently.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Paramount Decorating
Bartlett, Illinois
03.2024 - 08.2026
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and sanding prior to painting.
- Applied paints and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete painting projects efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools after job completion.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Estimated cost of materials needed for the project.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
Painter
Durango Painting
Aurora, Illinois
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and sanding prior to painting.
- Applied paints and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Mixed paint colors to achieve desired shades and consistency.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
Painter
International Decorating in.
Barrington, Illinois
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning and sanding prior to painting.
- Applied paints and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Mixed paint colors to achieve desired shades and consistency.
- Ensured proper safety protocols while handling tools and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to complete painting projects efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools after job completion.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate materials for specific project needs.
Education
Journeyman Painter - Painting
Painters District Council 14 Apprenticeship
Berkeley, IL 09.2021 - 09.2024
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Tool safety
Certification
- Advanced spray class
- Respirator fit test
- City scaffolding
- Hazcom
Timeline
Painter
Paramount Decorating
03.2024 - 08.2026
Painter
Durango Painting
12.2023 - 03.2024
Painter
International Decorating in.
09.2021 - 02.2022
Journeyman Painter - Painting
Painters District Council 14 Apprenticeship
09.2021 - 09.2024