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Liam Vasseur

Calgary,AB

Summary

Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with over 10 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman Painter

Self-employeed
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Supervised team of professionals completing painting work for residential, custom, and commercial customers.
  • Used brushes, rollers and spray equipment to complete jobs with speed and accuracy.
  • Checked paint quality, prepared mixes and monitored coverage.
  • Oversaw site preparation and job planning for jobs
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
  • Primed, painted, stained and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.

Foreman Painter

Calibre Coatings
01.2016 - 12.2019
  • Supervised team of professionals completing painting work for commercial, custom and residential customers.
  • Used brushes, rollers and spray equipment to complete jobs with speed and accuracy.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Oversaw site preparation and job planning for residential and commercial sites.
  • Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
  • Primed, painted, stained and lacquered walls and surfaces.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and builders.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Communicated with supervisor on job milestones.

Professional Painter

Foothills Decorating
01.2015 - 12.2019
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
  • Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
  • Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
  • Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
  • Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
  • Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.

Epoxy Applicator

United Decorating
05.2013 - 12.2015
  • Swept, scraped, sanded, or chipped dirt and irregularities from base surfaces and filled cracks with putty, plaster, or cement grout to form smooth foundations.
  • Maintained excellent communication, cleanliness, and safety standards on work sites and projects.
  • Guided sanding machines over surfaces of floors to achieve smoothness.
  • Inspected floors for smoothness.
  • Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.

General Renovation Laborer

Custom Innovations
10.2012 - 05.2013
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects. (i.e: paint, tile, carpentry, floor installation, drywalling/taping, landscaping etc.)
  • Executed daily duties to meet strict deadlines and drive forward progress.
  • Inspected quality of work daily to maintain project momentum and meet specifications.
  • Assisted crew members with complex tasks requiring close teamwork and coordination to meet quality specifications.
  • Kept sites clean and organized to decrease accidents and increase overall productivity.

Restoration Crew Member

P. Leathard Contracting Ltd.
03.2011 - 10.2012
  • Cleaned and restored interiors of homes damaged by fire, water, asbestos or smoke, using commercial cleaning equipment.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
  • Inspected damaged properties and contents to prepare job action plan.
  • Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
  • Worked safely in disaster environment by adhering to company and quality procedures.
  • Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.

Valet Parking Attendant

Park-2-Go
10.2010 - 03.2011
  • Parked and retrieved automobiles, successfully driving both manual and automatic vehicles.
  • Issued ticket stubs and placed numbered tags on windshields to assist employees with locating vehicles.
  • Answered general questions about parking fees, facilities, and directions.
  • Facilitated vehicle flow by managing traffic control and parking in assigned area.
  • Assessed condition of customer vehicles both before and after parking to verify condition of vehicles.
  • Assisted drivers with locked vehicles or in need of jump-starts to facilitate access to vehicles quickly and safely.

Bakery Assistant

Cobbs Bread
01.2008 - 08.2008
  • Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
  • Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
  • Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
  • Stored, labeled and replenished supplies in compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty, and consistent revenue.
  • Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.

General Laborer

Fountain Tire
01.2007 - 12.2007
  • Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
  • Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.

Education

GED -

Notre Dame High School
Calgary, AB
06.2012

Skills

  • Team Leadership Skills
  • Quickly Learns New Tasks
  • Punctual
  • Physical Fitness
  • Safety Practices
  • Project Supervision
  • Project Deadlines
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Written and Verbal Instructions
  • Client Communication

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Foreman Painter

Self-employeed
01.2019 - 06.2023

Foreman Painter

Calibre Coatings
01.2016 - 12.2019

Professional Painter

Foothills Decorating
01.2015 - 12.2019

Epoxy Applicator

United Decorating
05.2013 - 12.2015

General Renovation Laborer

Custom Innovations
10.2012 - 05.2013

Restoration Crew Member

P. Leathard Contracting Ltd.
03.2011 - 10.2012

Valet Parking Attendant

Park-2-Go
10.2010 - 03.2011

Bakery Assistant

Cobbs Bread
01.2008 - 08.2008

General Laborer

Fountain Tire
01.2007 - 12.2007

GED -

Notre Dame High School

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