Member Spotlight

Luz Adriana Tobon Gutierrez

Commercial Painter

Local Union 507

Luz has always had a passion for construction. She began her career in the trades as a carpenter, but when work slowed down in 2023, she decided to explore her interest in painting. A general contractor referred her to Valdez Painting, where she was hired in August 2023 as a 55% apprentice.

Since then, Luz has advanced to an 80% apprentice. Although the carpenters invited her to return, she chose to remain a painter because she truly enjoys the work and the supportive environment. She appreciates how she is treated and values the guidance and support she receives at Local Union 507.

Today, Luz proudly serves as the Vice President of Local Union 507. She is also an active volunteer with Ayudando a Latinos a Soñar Half Moon Bay. Luz is proud and grateful to be part of Local 507 and thankful for the opportunity to build her future in the trade.

Luz siempre ha tenido pasión por la construcción. Comenzó su carrera en oficios como carpintera, pero cuando el trabajo disminuyó en 2023, decidió explorar su interés en la pintura. Un contratista general la recomendó a Valdez Painting, donde fue contratada en agosto de 2023 como aprendiz al 55%.

Desde entonces, Luz ha avanzado a aprendiz al 80%. Aunque los carpinteros la invitaron a regresar, ella decidió quedarse como pintora porque realmente disfruta del trabajo y del ambiente de apoyo. Aprecia cómo la tratan y valora la orientación y el apoyo que recibe en el Local 507.

Hoy, Luz orgullosamente se desempeña como Vicepresidenta del Local 507. También es voluntaria activa en Ayudando a Latinos a Soñar Half Moon Bay. Luz está orgullosa y agradecida de ser parte del Local 507 y de tener la oportunidad de construir su futuro en este oficio.

⚠️ Painter Certificates Required for New Dispatch

Before getting a new dispatch, painters must have the following certifications:

Commercial Painters

• Fall Protection (including Ladder Safety)
• Booms & Lifts
• Anti-Harassment Training
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• Scaffold Training

Industrial/Bridge Painters

• OSHA 10
• Scaffold Training
• Anti-Harassment Training
• CAS Level 2 or Hanging Platform Training, Booms & Lifts, and Fall Protection (including Ladder Safety)

Missing a cert? You won’t be dispatched—get compliant now.

⚠️IMPORTANT CONTRACT NOTICE

Both the Painters Contract and the Tapers Contract expire June 30, 2026

Painters Suggestion Survey-QR Code

Tapers Suggestion Survey-QR Code

Local 507 Monthly Membership Meeting📍 2149 Oakland Rd, San Jose
Tuesday, March 24 | 6:30 PM