Crystal Mears
Goodlettsville,TN
Summary
Hardworking Painter offering skills in preparing, sealing, and covering surfaces with paint, varnish, and other finishes. Complete work under tight schedules and consistently satisfy customers. Detail-oriented lead painter with strong background painting interior and exterior surfaces. Work well on new construction sites and in building maintenance. Trained in manual and spray gun painting methods. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Capable and experienced working in challenging environments. Excited about the opportunity to take the next career step . Willing to take on any task to support team and help business succeed. Offers strong communication and leader abilities. Talented lead painter skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restoration Supervisor
The Tradesman Group
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised restoration projects to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained team members on proper restoration techniques and equipment usage.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation for efficient workflows.
- Managed inventory of restoration supplies and equipment for project readiness.
- Communicated with clients to address concerns and provide project updates.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to ensure quality and timely completion of work.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy before submitting payment requests.
- Created detailed reports summarizing progress on restoration projects.
- Evaluated performance of employees and provided feedback as necessary.
- Provided direction to team members during emergency response operations.
- Documented all job related information, including labor hours, materials used, and other relevant data.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding hazardous material disposal.
- Supervised and coordinated the daily activities of restoration technicians.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for restoration projects.
- Investigated accidents or incidents involving personnel or property damage.
- Performed preventative maintenance on tools and equipment used in restorations.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality or service issues related to restorations.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for onsite personnel.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for new technicians.
- Provided technical guidance and support to technicians during restorations.
- Tracked changes made throughout the course of a project to ensure accuracy.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Foreman
Alvin Krantz Painting
Goodlettsville, TN
03.2019 - 07.2023
- Prepared surfaces by filling cracks and holes with fillers, putty and plaster.
- Created special finishes with basic and complex techniques, including faux finishing.
- Applied paint, stains, and other finishes to [Type] structures using manual or spray gun methods.
- Removed imperfections and added texture with sandpaper, brushing, and steel wool.
- Achieved target colors by personally mixing and matching paints, stains, and varnishes.
- Protected nearby surfaces from overspray and paint drops by masking off areas and using drop cloths.
- Finished wood and metal structures with stains or enamel coatings.
- Estimated and planned work based on job orders and direct instructions from owners and supervisors.
- Reached high ceilings and exteriors with use of scaffolding and specialty ladder systems.
- Eliminated old finishes with stripping, sanding, or abrasive blasting, taking care to protect structure underneath from damage.
- Assisted with tasks and work duties during slow periods to maintain team productivity.
- Completed tasks promptly and with minimal oversight.
- Kept areas clean, organized, and in line with company professional standards.
- Fixed problems with equipment using troubleshooting and repair abilities.
- Boosted efficiency by keeping work areas clean, tidy, and free of debris.
- Supervised painting crews to ensure quality and efficiency on job sites.
- Coordinated material delivery and inventory management for projects.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and painting techniques.
- Conducted inspections to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Scheduled daily tasks and assignments for team members effectively.
- Communicated with clients to understand project requirements and updates.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Implemented best practices for safety compliance across all operations.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Communicated regularly with subcontractors regarding project timelines.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Education
OSHA 10 - OSHA 10
OSHA 10 Educational Programs
07.2024 - 12.2026
SAIA - Scaffolding
SAIA Scaffolding Assembly And Inspection
04.2024 - 04.2024
GED
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Operating paint sprayers
- Operating lifts
- Reading blueprints
- Directing employees
- Communicating with upper management and other contractors
- Sanding
- Finish stripping
- Surface preparation
- Scaffolding erection
- Wood sealing
- Cultural awareness
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Coordination
- Scheduling
- Written communication
- Planning
Timeline
OSHA 10 - OSHA 10
OSHA 10 Educational Programs
07.2024 - 12.2026
SAIA - Scaffolding
SAIA Scaffolding Assembly And Inspection
04.2024 - 04.2024
Restoration Supervisor
The Tradesman Group
09.2023 - 11.2025
Foreman
Alvin Krantz Painting
03.2019 - 07.2023
GED