Omar Preciado

Fairfield

Summary

Painting professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality work and maintaining safety standards. Recognized for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and skilled in surface preparation, paint application, and finishing techniques.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Cook

Mary’s Pizza Shack

03.1997 - 06.1999

Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.

Harvest Worker

Walsh Vineyards Management

06.1998 - 10.1998

Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing weather conditions and adjusting work schedules accordingly.
Reduced crop waste by carefully sorting and handling harvested produce.
Collaborated with fellow workers to ensure timely completion of seasonal harvests.
Prepared harvested products for shipment following company protocols and standards for quality control.
Operated various agricultural machinery for efficient harvest, including tractors and combine harvesters.

Union Painter

Local 741

11.2007 - Current

Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current with industry advancements and safety regulations.
Implemented environmentally friendly practices, such as recycling materials and using low-VOC paints when possible.
Ensured high-quality finishes by meticulously preparing surfaces for painting.
Conducted regular equipment inspections, addressing any issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Efficiently managed project timelines through proactive planning and coordination with other trades onsite.
Adhered to safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents and maintaining a secure environment.
Cultivated positive relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and consistent quality workmanship.
Enhanced work efficiency by utilizing advanced painting techniques and tools.
Maintained cleanliness of job sites, ensuring a professional appearance throughout the project duration.
Achieved superior surface finishes through expert masking techniques that protected adjacent areas from overspray or damage during the painting process.
Skillfully operated aerial lifts, scaffolding systems, and other specialized equipment necessary for completing challenging tasks safely.
Improved customer satisfaction rates by consistently delivering flawless paintwork that met or exceeded expectations.
Reduced project completion time by implementing effective workflow management strategies.
Mentored new union painters, sharing technical knowledge and best practices for efficient performance on the job site.
Prevented costly rework by closely adhering to blueprints, specifications, and client requests while executing painting jobs.
Increased overall productivity of the team by consistently maintaining a positive attitude and fostering a supportive work environment.
Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.

Education

Highschool Diploma -

Fairfield Adult School

Fairfield, CA

06.1997