Arnold Searle
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Dedicated painter with a strong work ethic and attention to detail, previously at D&D Painting & Design. Skilled in spray painting and surface preparation, I consistently delivered high-quality results on time, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering repeat business through effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
D&D Painting & Design
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- 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.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
- Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
- Enhanced the appearance of residential and commercial spaces by skillfully applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes.
- Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Streamlined the painting process with efficient use of tools and equipment, reducing project costs.
Painter
Blue Spruce Painting
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- 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.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
Forklift Operator
River Valley Holding
11.1999 - 02.2022
- Reduced risk of accidents by safely managing truck loading and unloading with suitable forklift attachments.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
- Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
- Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
- Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
- Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
- Optimized fuel usage and maintenance costs by operating forklifts in economical manner.
- Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
- Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
- Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
- Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Used equipment such as Type and Type to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
Education
GED -
Baker High
Baldwinsville, NY1985
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Exterior painting
- Effective multitasking
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
- Self-directed and motivated
- Time management
- Paint sprayer operation
- Paint mixing
- Team collaboration
- Punctual and dependable
- Surface preparation
- Hand and power tools
- Caulking and crack filling
- Touch-up painting
- Quality assurance
- Power and hand tools
- Wall repair
- Commercial painting
- Creative thinking
- Color matching
- Spray painting
- Excellent communication
- Customer service
- Primer application
- Customer needs assessment
- Basic carpentry
- Painting restoration
- Finishing techniques
- Clean driving record
- Scaffolding setup
- Brush technique mastery
- Issue resolution
- Color mixing
- Oil painting techniques
- Scheduling
- Scope of work planning
- Inventory control
- Fixtures removal
- Underpainting techniques
- Wood panel painting
- Color theory expertise
- Manufacturer application specifications
- Landscape painting
- Acrylic painting techniques
- Glass painting
- Pastel painting
- Stone painting
- Glazing techniques
- Texture manipulation
- Blast and paint equipment servicing
Timeline
Painter
D&D Painting & Design
05.2024 - 10.2024
Painter
Blue Spruce Painting
04.2023 - 10.2023
Forklift Operator
River Valley Holding
11.1999 - 02.2022
GED -
Baker High
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