Brent Opsahl
Maplewood
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in painting and maintenance. Expertise in managing teams, executing high-quality projects, and maintaining a safe work environment. Committed to delivering exceptional results and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter, Maintenance
Elite finishers
Hugo
02.2016 - 12.2025
- Applied primer and paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment to achieve high-quality finishes.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate paints and finishes based on specific project requirements.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching imperfections before painting.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts for efficient application processes.
- Performed minor plaster repairs to blend newly renovated wall surfaces with existing structures.
- Filled cracks, holes, or joints with caulking guns or putty knives to ensure smooth surfaces.
- Maintained and organized painting supplies, ensuring availability of necessary tools and materials.
- Completed various repairs on commercial and residential buildings to uphold structural integrity.
Maintenance Technician
Main Street Company
Bloomington
09.2005 - 11.2025
- Inspected and repaired plumbing fixtures to prevent leaks and water damage.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
Painter Supervisor
Artistic Touch Painting
Hugo
02.2006 - 03.2014
- Supervised painting crews to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment for each job site.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Education
GED -
Us Army
Fort Benning, GA02-1987
Skills
- Paint application
- Surface preparation
- Color selection
- Efficiency in spray techniques
- Minor repair skills
- Project management
Certification
lead paint and asbestos abatement
Timeline
Painter, Maintenance
Elite finishers
02.2016 - 12.2025
Painter Supervisor
Artistic Touch Painting
02.2006 - 03.2014
Maintenance Technician
Main Street Company
09.2005 - 11.2025
GED -
Us Army