Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Christopher mestas

Marana,AZ

Summary

Resourceful Painter's Helper known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in surface preparation, color mixing, and equipment maintenance to support seamless painting operations. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth workflow and project success. Skilled Painter's Helper with substantial experience in assisting lead painters to complete projects accurately and efficiently. Strengths include knowledge of painting techniques, preparation of surfaces, mixing paints, and cleanup tasks. Demonstrated ability to follow instructions closely and contribute effectively to team success. Previous work showcases commitment to quality craftsmanship and job site safety.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Painter's Helper

Facelift Painting
Sahuarita, AZ
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • Operated power washers to prepare surfaces for painting jobs.
  • Assisted with mixing and preparing paints for use on projects.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment by sweeping, mopping, and disposing of paint waste properly.
  • Assisted with painting interior and exterior structures including baseboards, door frames and window frames.
  • Helped move furniture out of the way during painting projects.
  • Checked that all equipment is functioning correctly before starting any project.
  • Applied primers, sealants and finishes to walls according to specifications.
  • Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting them.
  • Scraped old paint from surfaces in preparation for new coats of paint.
  • Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks to be completed.
  • Used spray guns to apply paint evenly over large surfaces.
  • Loaded and unloaded ladders onto work sites safely.
  • Provided support to lead painters throughout the duration of each job.
  • Cleaned surfaces to be painted using abrasives, solvents, brushes, scrapers and other tools.
  • Measured walls accurately to determine the amount of material needed for each job.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as saws, sanders and grinders.
  • Stretched drop cloths around furniture before beginning painting tasks.
  • Dismantled parts of structures as needed before painting them.
  • Applied stain to wood surfaces such as by brushing on following woodgrain and wiping excess with clean rag.
  • Readied drywall by applying skim coat, sanding and adding desired texture.
  • Painted walls and other large areas using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
  • Prepared surfaces by stripping existing coatings, filling holes and sanding.
  • Set up painting job spaces by unloading trucks, placing ladders and laying out protective tarp draping sheets.
  • Prepared job spaces by unloading trucks, placing ladders and setting up protective equipment.
  • Created protective coating by applying clear coat.
  • Communicated with crew leader to receive new job assignments.
  • Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
  • Filled cracks and breaks in plaster surfaces with putty or epoxy compounds.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Protected surfaces with masking tape and plastic sheeting to prevent damage.
  • Transported supplies to work sites, removed from trucks and organized for crew use.
  • Organized and cleaned work area and tools.
  • Erected and broke down scaffolding, ladders and other support structures for installations.
  • Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
  • Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.

Sales Associate

SAM LEVITZ FURNITURE
TUCSON, AZ
04.2013 - 10.2013
  • Developed promotional strategies to increase sales volume.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
  • Assisted in visual merchandising, creating appealing displays that capture customer interest.
  • Adhered to company initiatives and achieved established goals.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Adapted sales strategies based on customer interactions and feedback to improve results.
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.

Education

GED -

Eastern Arizona College
10-2011

Skills

  • Site cleaning
  • Color mixing
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Chemical safety
  • Paint mixing
  • Varnish and Enamel Application
  • Painting equipment operation
  • Color Matching
  • Job Site Cleanup
  • Drywall Repair
  • Primer Application
  • Power Washing
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Ladder safety
  • Faux Finishing
  • Surface Preparation
  • Indoor and Outdoor Painting

Affiliations

  • GYM
  • FAMILY VACATIONS
  • WORK WHEN I GET JOB
  • SPEND TIME WITH MY FAMILY

Accomplishments

  • FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION
  • COMPLETED STATE PROGRAMS

Certification

  • HAD DRIVER LICENSE SINCE I WAS 16
  • CLEAN DRIVER RECORD

Timeline

Painter's Helper

Facelift Painting
11.2021 - 03.2023

Sales Associate

SAM LEVITZ FURNITURE
04.2013 - 10.2013

GED -

Eastern Arizona College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Christopher mestas