Brian Thompson
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dynamic Lead Painter with a proven track record at Bumpus Bodyshop, excelling in quality control and expert color matching. Recognized for implementing process improvements that reduced paint waste by 20%, while fostering teamwork and enhancing training programs. Detail-oriented and reliable, committed to delivering exceptional finishes and maintaining a safe work environment.
Professional painter with strong focus on delivering high-quality finishes and ensuring client satisfaction. Proven expertise in surface preparation, color matching, and application techniques. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability, and results-driven mindset. Skilled in using variety of tools and materials to meet project demands and exceed expectations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Painter
Bumpus Bodyshop
04.2021 - 10.2025
- Supervised painting operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Developed training programs for new painters, enhancing skill levels and efficiency.
- Coordinated workflow among team members, optimizing project timelines and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced paint waste and enhanced finish quality.
- Collaborated with bodyshop technicians to align painting processes with repair schedules.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper ventilation and personal protective gear usage.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate paint colors, finishes, and materials based on their needs and preferences.
- Organized daily job site clean-up efforts, maintaining a professional appearance throughout the duration of the project.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Utilized advanced painting equipment, such as sprayers and rollers, to efficiently complete large-scale projects with precision and attention to detail.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
Team Lead Painter
James Corlew Chevrolet
11.2015 - 03.2021
- Led team in executing high-quality paint applications on vehicles.
- Trained new painters on safety protocols and efficient painting techniques.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow and reduce paint waste.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
Prep/painter
Autobody America
11.2003 - 01.2015
- Supervised painting operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Developed training programs for new painters, enhancing skill levels and efficiency.
- Coordinated workflow among team members, optimizing project timelines and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced paint waste and enhanced finish quality.
- Collaborated with bodyshop technicians to align painting processes with repair schedules.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper ventilation and personal protective gear usage.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate paint colors, finishes, and materials based on their needs and preferences.
- Organized daily job site clean-up efforts, maintaining a professional appearance throughout the duration of the project.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Utilized advanced painting equipment, such as sprayers and rollers, to efficiently complete large-scale projects with precision and attention to detail.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
Education
High School Diploma - Graduated
Glencliff High School
Nashville, TN04.1996
Skills
- Exterior painting
- Crew oversight
- Interior painting
- Heavy lifting
- Quality control monitoring
- Surface preparation
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Advanced surface preparation
- Detail-oriented approach
- Expert color matching
- Paint mixing techniques
- Efficient time management
- Paint application
- Surface repair
- Spray finishing techniques
- Spot painting techniques
- Finish sanding
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Spray gun painting
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Power and hand tools
- Decision-making
Certification
Are and I car certified
Timeline
Lead Painter
Bumpus Bodyshop
04.2021 - 10.2025
Team Lead Painter
James Corlew Chevrolet
11.2015 - 03.2021
Prep/painter
Autobody America
11.2003 - 01.2015
High School Diploma - Graduated
Glencliff High School