Charles Bates
Cranbourne North ,VIC
Summary
Hey there, I’m an Automotive Spray Painter with PACCAR Kenworth Australia currently on afternoon shift, working in the touch up section doing blow ins/small,medium to large blends. Experienced with water base and solvent paints, I have been working on Kenworths and DAF trucks for the almost 4 years and previously painted cars in a panel shop for almost 20 years. I believe I’m suitable for this job, fast learner and team player with many years experience spray painting. Thank you Charlie
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Spray Painter
PACCAR Kenworth
07.2021 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship in line with industry standards and client expectations.
- 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.
- Ensured long-lasting results by properly curing applied paints according to manufacturer specifications using specialized equipment such as infrared lamps or baking ovens when necessary.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities in troubleshooting various issues related to paint formulas or application techniques to achieve desired results.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Used surface preparation and painting techniques to paint surfaces of cars, trucks and fleet vans.
- Mixed and thinned paints and other coatings to specified colors and consistency using viscometers and mixing equipment.
- Achieved consistent color matching by carefully mixing and testing paint samples before application.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure efficiency and prevent contamination of painting process.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed work, identifying and rectifying any defects or imperfections promptly.
- Managed inventory of painting supplies by tracking usage, reordering as needed, and ensuring proper storage conditions were maintained at all times.
- Safeguarded personal safety and that of coworkers by adhering to strict workplace guidelines and utilizing appropriate protective equipment during paint applications.
Automotive Spray Painter
Astoria Honda
02.2002 - 06.2021
Skills
- Automotive refinishing
- Spray gun maintenance
- Expert paint mixing
- Workplace safety
- Clear coat application
- Detail-oriented work
- Quality control inspection
- Proper surface preparation
- Advanced spray techniques
- Solvent-based paints
- Paint defect correction
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Material handling
- Decision-making
- Hand tool use
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Surface cleaning
- Surface preparation
- Visual inspection
- Safety protocols
- Paint mixing
- Adaptability
- Hazardous waste management
- Troubleshooting
- Defect correction
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous material handling
- Hand and power tools
- Strong attention to detail
- Thorough cleaning
- Safety awareness
- Continuous learning mindset
- Expert masking skills
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Team player
- Touch-up painting
- Commercial painting
- Punctual and dependable
- Spray painting
- Primer application
- Color matching
- Color mixing
- Safety
- Paint applications
Certification
Certificate 3 automotive refinishing
Timeline
Automotive Spray Painter
PACCAR Kenworth
07.2021 - Current
Automotive Spray Painter
Astoria Honda
02.2002 - 06.2021
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