DAVID MEZA
River Ridge, La,LA
Summary
Construction and facilities professional with extensive experience overseeing contractors, leading teams, and coordinating work in operational hospital settings. Former Lead Painter/Trainer at Ochsner Baptist Hospital with a strong record of safety compliance, training, and cross-department collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Painter
Ochsner Baptist Medical Center
08.2020 - 12.2024
- Supervised painting teams to ensure quality and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance project timelines.
- Inspected completed work for consistency and high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to align painting activities with project schedules.
- Maintained inventory of paint supplies and equipment for optimal utilization.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects within scope and timeline
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
SELF EMPLOYED PAINTING COMPANY
MeliMatts Painting LLC.
06.2016 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting services on time and within budget.
- Developed lasting relationships with clients through exceptional communication and responsiveness, leading to repeat business opportunities.
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials, resulting in zero workplace accidents.
- Managed project timelines effectively to ensure timely completion without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Increased team efficiency by implementing streamlined project management strategies for painting projects.
- Reduced callbacks and rework by consistently applying industry best practices in surface preparation and paint application.
- Contributed to the company''s growth by generating new business leads through targeted marketing efforts and positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of industry trends and best practices through professional development courses, staying up-to-date on the latest painting techniques and materials.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and integrity by promptly addressing any concerns or issues raised by clients throughout each project phase.
Cable Installation Technician
Cox Cable
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional cable installation services
- Reduced service call-backs by accurately diagnosing and resolving cable-related issues during initial visits.
- Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.
- Assisted customers with the selection of appropriate cable packages based on their needs and preferences, maximizing value for both parties.
- Enhanced client understanding of cable systems through clear explanations and demonstrations of equipment usage.
- Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
- Streamlined workflow processes for faster installations by carefully organizing tools, materials, and equipment prior to each job.
LOSS PREVENTION OFFICER/TRAINER
RITZ CARLTON COCONUT GROVE/NEW ORLEANS
01.2008 - 04.2014
- Completed incident reports and activity logs for accurate, current records.
- Patrolled hotel premises to detect and prevent unwanted guest from accessing hotel grounds along with making sure all activities were conducted in orderly fashion.
- Responded quickly to emergency alarms and calls for assistance for improved issue prevention.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to develop effective strategies for addressing gaps in trainee knowledge or skills.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to detain and prosecute trespassers and shoplifters.
- Served as a key point of contact for staff members, addressing any loss prevention-related questions or concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Interviewed suspects, customers and witnesses to obtain helpful information and statements.
- Trained personnel on security best practices, protocols and procedures.
- Minimized safety hazards, conducting regular premises inspections and coordinating necessary maintenance.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and alarm systems to detect suspicious activity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2003
Skills
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Strategic planning
- Schedule management
- Team collaboration
- Work flow planning
- Risk management
- Document management
- Project scope
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Contract management
- Productivity improvement
- Inventory control
- Performance improvements
- Construction management
- Compliance monitoring
Accomplishments
- Led and supervised painting and coatings projects in an active hospital environment, coordinating in-house crews and departmental contractors while maintaining uninterrupted patient operations.
- Managed and scheduled multiple contractors across maintenance and renovation projects, ensuring work met hospital standards, deadlines, and safety compliance requirements.
- Trained and mentored new hires and junior painters, improving crew efficiency, quality consistency, and safety awareness across all assigned projects.
- Enforced strict safety protocols, infection-control procedures, and facility regulations, contributing to zero safety incidents during assigned projects.
- Planned daily and weekly work schedules, balanced manpower and resources, and adjusted timelines to meet urgent facility needs and changing priorities.
- Served as primary point of contact between facilities management, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and rapid issue resolution.
- Oversaw quality control and final inspections, reducing rework and ensuring all projects met hospital and regulatory standards.
- Supported project planning by estimating labor needs, tracking material usage, and assisting supervisors with project coordination and closeout.
Certification
- OSHA Safety Standards (jobsite & hospital compliance)
- Contractor Safety Orientation & Oversight (Healthcare Facilities)
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) & Safety Meetings
- Crew Training & Leadership Development
- Infection Control & Work in Active Healthcare Environments
Languages
English - Native or Bilingual
Spanish - Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Painter
Ochsner Baptist Medical Center
08.2020 - 12.2024
SELF EMPLOYED PAINTING COMPANY
MeliMatts Painting LLC.
06.2016 - Current
Cable Installation Technician
Cox Cable
05.2014 - 05.2016
LOSS PREVENTION OFFICER/TRAINER
RITZ CARLTON COCONUT GROVE/NEW ORLEANS
01.2008 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Miami Dade College