Skillful House Painter with 8 years of experience finishing interior and exterior surfaces of residential dwellings. Sanded and prepared surfaces, applied primer and paint and implemented advanced finishing techniques and custom designs. Adept at using brushes, rollers, spray paint, sponges and broad variety of painting and finishing products. Attentive to detail in providing clients with exceptional painting service.
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Katy Starrett
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
2 Girls 1 Brush Painting Services , Edmonton, AB
Sole Proprietor
2017.05 - Current (7 years & 4 months)
Job overview
- Sprayed and brushed custom artwork to create unconventional feature walls and unique furniture pieces
- Developed detailed plans for each project based on customer specifications.
- Provided accurate estimates of labor costs, timeframes, and material requirements for projects
- Prepared surfaces for painting by removing old paint, filling holes and cracks, sanding, and cleaning
- Performed minor repairs or carpentry work in order prepare for refinishing
- Selected and used appropriate tools, equipment and paint such as required for each job.
- Maintained a clean work environment at all times while working onsite
- Scheduled jobs according to customer needs and availability of resources.
- Kept records of supplies used during each job including paint color codes and quantities purchased.
- Consulted with customers regarding their preferences for color schemes and finishes prior to beginning any work.
- Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
- Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.
- Used various graphic design programs to create different marketing materials to grab the attention of potential clients
Clear Choice Painting, Edmonton, AB
Painter Laborer
2023.06 - 2023.11 (5 months)
Job overview
- Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping and sanding them.
- Applied primer on walls and ceilings prior to painting.
- Operated a variety of painting tools such as paint sprayers, rollers and brushes.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracks or blisters.
- Installed drop cloths around furniture and fixtures prior to starting work.
- Ensured proper ventilation while working with hazardous chemicals like paint thinner or stripper.
- Followed instructions given by supervisor regarding specific tasks that need to be performed.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint exterior surfaces.
- Sanded, stripped, brushed and power washed surfaces to clean and smooth, ensuring adherence of paint and primer.
- Removed fixtures and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Primed and sealed unfinished wood, plastic and metal surfaces to prepare for additional coats of paint and other finishing substances.
- Executed advanced finishing techniques to achieve customized appearance of finished surfaces.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
Education
Kelly Road Secondary Prince George, BC
GED
University Overview
Skills
- Purchasing and Planning
- Cost Analysis and Savings
- Profitability and Revenue Generation
- Business Development
- Planning and Execution
- Negotiation
- Project Management
- Business Marketing
- Quality Assurance
- Finishing Techniques
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Computer Literate
- Safety Awareness
- Exceptional Time Management
- Basic Carpentry
- Attention to Detail
- Wood Staining
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Painting Equipment Operation
Availability
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Timeline
Painter Laborer
Clear Choice Painting
2023.06 - 2023.11 (5 months)
Sole Proprietor
2 Girls 1 Brush Painting Services
2017.05 - Current (7 years & 4 months)
Kelly Road Secondary
GED
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