Baruch Solares
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dependable Painter with 15 years of hands-on experience in commercial and industrial settings. Methodical and self-directed team player well-versed in both interior and exterior applications. Committed to providing superior services at competitive and reasonable cost.
Talented Painter with eye for detail and efficient approach. Offering 15 years of experience in painting and repair work. Comfortable renewing aging structures and applying initial coats to new construction.
Reliable Residential Painter focused on meeting all project deadlines and adhering to budgets. Works closely with designers to produce quality results for every customer. Dedicated to meeting or exceeding customer expectations for all completed jobs.
Personable and detail-oriented Residential Painter skilled at performing exceptional house painting work while minimizing disruption to customers' living spaces. Quick and efficient at applying monochrome and faux finishes. Committed to completing each and every paint job to customer's satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter/Spray Painter
American colors
Toronto , ON
08.2023 - 01.2024
Painter Paint Sprayer and Stain Applicator
Rainbow painting
Scarboroug, ON
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture;.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects;.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering or fading;.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes;.
- Estimated cost of materials needed for the project;.
- Provided expert advice on best products to use for various jobs;.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning job;.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings;.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting;.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences;.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones;.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications ;.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms;.
- Performed minor repairs such as caulking windowsills before painting them ;.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during preparation of walls ;.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints ;.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
Painter Labour
Brushstrokes painting
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture;.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects;.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering or fading;.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes;.
Landscaping Crew Member
Florencia landscaping
GTA
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Operated mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment to maintain lawns and gardens.
- Maintained landscape features such as trees, shrubs, flowers, turf grasses, and ground covers.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as weeding flower beds, pruning trees and bushes, raking leaves.
- Assisted in the installation of new plants, irrigation systems, hardscapes, outdoor lighting systems.
- Mixed fertilizers and pesticides according to label instructions for application on lawns or gardens.
- Repaired sprinklers and performed regular watering schedules for all landscaped areas.
- Removed debris from grounds such as leaves, twigs, branches using hand tools or power equipment.
- Provided support in the construction of decks, fences, retaining walls and other structures related to landscape design.
- Transported materials between job sites including plants, soil amendments and other supplies needed for completion of projects.
- Installed sod, seed, mulch in designated areas to ensure proper growth conditions were met.
- Assisted with snow removal during winter season by shoveling sidewalks or plowing driveways when necessary.
- Checked hoses and connections for leaks prior to use at each job site.
- Inspected property before beginning work to identify any potential hazards or issues that may need addressing prior to starting project.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions as required by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while performing duties including wearing protective gear when appropriate.
Retail Sales Associate
Party packagers
Vaughan, ON
05.2009 - 12.2011
- Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
- Provided product information and answered customer questions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
- Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Adhered to all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or working with heavy equipment.
- Promoted special offers and discounts to encourage additional purchases.
- Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
- Reported any discrepancies in inventory counts or pricing issues promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School
Toronto, ON05-2008
Skills
- Painting Restoration
- Texture Manipulation
- Airbrush Techniques
- Ability to work under pressure
- Creativity and Innovation
- Paint mixing
- Strong attention to detail
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Time Management
- Paint viscosity
- Problem-Solving
- Punctual and Dependable
- Primer Application
- Team Player
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Construction Site Operations
- Strong Work Ethic
- Commercial Painting
- Caulking and Crack Filling
- Painting equipment operation
- Customer Service
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Exterior Painting
- Effective Multitasking
- Color mixing
Timeline
Painter/Spray Painter
American colors
08.2023 - 01.2024
Painter Paint Sprayer and Stain Applicator
Rainbow painting
02.2019 - 06.2023
Painter Labour
Brushstrokes painting
07.2015 - 01.2019
Landscaping Crew Member
Florencia landscaping
06.2014 - 10.2014
Retail Sales Associate
Party packagers
05.2009 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School