Richard Garcia
Fontana
Summary
Creative Painter with over 41 years of experience, recognized for exceptional productivity and precision. Expertise in color mixing, surface preparation, and aesthetic design application has consistently resulted in high-quality finishes. Strong time management and problem-solving abilities contribute to successful project outcomes and elevated client satisfaction. Dedicated to ongoing professional development in the creative arts sector.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter/Finisher
Talbert Architectural Panels and Doors
City Of Industry
12.2017 - 12.2024
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Calculated cost and quantities of required materials based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Inspected products for defects in workmanship or materials prior to completion.
- Performed sanding and grinding on metal surfaces to ensure smoothness of the finished product.
- Cleaned, prepared and painted metal components using a variety of techniques including air-brushing and spray painting.
- Sanded down rough edges of woodwork items to create a smooth finish.
- Troubleshot problems related to equipment malfunctions during the finishing process.
- Provided technical support to team members regarding best practices in finishing techniques.
- Applied protective coatings such as lacquers, stains, sealants and varnishes to enhance the appearance of the finished product.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Mixed and applied finish coatings to products with precision.
- Collaborated with production team to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared and treated surfaces before applying finishes.
- Followed detailed finishing instructions from supervisors.
- Monitored drying and curing processes of finishes.
- Identified and implemented improvements in finishing processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of finishing area.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless production flow.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Painter/Finisher
Restoration Hardware
Ontario
12.2013 - 12.2017
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Recommended blending, harmonizing and contrasting color options to customers.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, locks, catches and fasteners onto furniture pieces according to instructions.
- Inspected products for defects in workmanship or materials prior to completion.
- Monitored employees by inspecting work for accuracy, quality and throughput.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Collaborated with production team to meet project deadlines.
Painter/Finisher
Fine Line Office Furniture
Irwindale
12.2011 - 12.2013
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
Painter/Finisher
Hamilton Fixture
Ontario
12.2010 - 12.2011
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
Painter/Finisher
Rodriguez Painting & Faux Finishing
Tustin
03.2007 - 12.2010
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, locks, catches and fasteners onto furniture pieces according to instructions.
- Inspected products for defects in workmanship or materials prior to completion.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Polished furniture pieces with buffing wheels to achieve a high gloss finish.
- Assisted in the development of new finishing methods and techniques.
- Applied final touches to products ensuring high-quality finishes.
- Adjusted finishing techniques based on material types.
- Trained new employees on finishing techniques and safety practices.
Painter/Finisher
A/C Interior
Ontario
10.2006 - 03.2007
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
- Troubleshot problems related to equipment malfunctions during the finishing process.
- Monitored employees by inspecting work for accuracy, quality and throughput.
- Prepared and treated surfaces before applying finishes.
- Followed detailed finishing instructions from supervisors.
- Monitored drying and curing processes of finishes.
- Applied final touches to products ensuring high-quality finishes.
Painter/Finisher
TS Woodworks
Riverside
03.2003 - 10.2006
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
Painter/Finisher
FK Anderson
Los Angeles
10.2002 - 03.2003
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Estimated cost of materials needed for the project.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
- Applied final touches to products ensuring high-quality finishes.
Painter/Finisher
La Bruna
Ontario
01.1994 - 10.2002
- Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, locks, catches and fasteners onto furniture pieces according to instructions.
- Repaired damaged wood surfaces through filling cracks, holes or gouges with putty or wood filler.
- Troubleshot problems related to equipment malfunctions during the finishing process.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Monitored employees by inspecting work for accuracy, quality and throughput.
- Handled delicate items with care during finishing stages.
- Monitored drying and curing processes of finishes.
- Followed detailed finishing instructions from supervisors.
- Conducted quality inspections of finished products for defects.
- Adjusted finishing techniques based on material types.
- Trained new employees on finishing techniques and safety practices.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Assisted in the development of new finishing methods and techniques.
- Applied final touches to products ensuring high-quality finishes.
- Provided accurate timelines for project completion to key stakeholders.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glen A. Wilson High
Hacienda Heights, CA05-1984
Skills
- Paint mixing
- Surface preparation
- Equipment operation
- Quality inspection
- Protective coatings
- Cost estimation
- Proficient in Spray Painting Equipment
- Expertise in Paint Types
- Precision Spray Techniques
- Staining Techniques
- Repair and Refinishing Expertise
- Color matching
- Glazing Techniques
Timeline
Painter/Finisher
Talbert Architectural Panels and Doors
12.2017 - 12.2024
Painter/Finisher
Restoration Hardware
12.2013 - 12.2017
Painter/Finisher
Fine Line Office Furniture
12.2011 - 12.2013
Painter/Finisher
Hamilton Fixture
12.2010 - 12.2011
Painter/Finisher
Rodriguez Painting & Faux Finishing
03.2007 - 12.2010
Painter/Finisher
A/C Interior
10.2006 - 03.2007
Painter/Finisher
TS Woodworks
03.2003 - 10.2006
Painter/Finisher
FK Anderson
10.2002 - 03.2003
Painter/Finisher
La Bruna
01.1994 - 10.2002
High School Diploma -
Glen A. Wilson High
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