Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
References
Hobbies and Interests
Volunteer Experience
Languages
Certification
Timeline
David Olson

David Olson

4124 County Road 124 Hesperus,CO.

Summary

Hard working , fun loving , animal lover.

Washed up ski bum kayaker.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial painter

Timberwolf painting CO./Design for the mind MT.
05.2012 - Current
  • Applied paint with brushes, rollers, and sponges.
  • Simulated special looks such as wood grain, marble, and brick through use of paint techniques and special tools.
  • Filled cracks, joints, and nail holes with putty plaster.
  • Smoothed surfaces through sanding, brushing, and scraping.
  • Observed safety protocols set by company to avoid hazardous conditions.
  • Used paint remover, scrapers and brushes to remove old paint.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.

Front desk Night manager

Brighton ski lodge
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Processed check-ins and check-outs, created reservations and processed special requests.
  • Drove sales and maximized revenue by up-selling rooms and amenities.
  • Motivated staff by setting goals, providing ongoing feedback, and rewarding and recognizing employees.
  • Assisted guests by displaying knowledge of hotel property, local attractions, and hours of operation of hotel outlets and services.

Snow cat groomer/ snowmaker

Big Sky resort
11.2000 - 04.2017
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

River Guide/Lead boatman / boat house manager

North fork guides/Main Salmon River
06.2008 - 09.2016
  • Consistently maintained professional, friendly demeanor with guests.
  • Purchased food for guests and prepared meals during trips.
  • Successfully navigated Class 1to 4 obstacles.
  • Guided groups of up to 30 people on scheduled tours.

River guide / Safety Kayaker / fly fishing guide / Bus driver

Yellowstone Raft Company/Gallatin River
06.2000 - 09.2010
  • Consistently maintained professional, friendly demeanor with guests.
  • Purchased food for guests and prepared meals during trips.
  • Successfully navigated Class 1 to 4 obstacles.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
  • Guided groups of up to 30 people on scheduled tours.

River guide/Middle Fork Salmon River

Echo
07.2000 - 09.2008
  • Consistently maintained professional, friendly demeanor with guests.
  • Purchased food for guests and prepared meals during trips.
  • Successfully navigated Class 2 to 4 obstacles.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.

Cat driver for snowcat skiing

Grand Targhee resort
11.1998 - 04.1999
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Snow cat groomer

Wolf Creek ski area
11.1995 - 04.1997

River guide/ Animas River

Durango River trippers / Flexible flyers
06.1992 - 08.1996
  • Consistently maintained professional, friendly demeanor with guests.
  • Purchased food for guests and prepared meals during trips.
  • Successfully navigated Class 1 to 4 obstacles.
  • Furnished customers with unique experiences by developing and creating new tour routes.

snow cat groomer

Brighton resort
11.1992 - 04.1996

Ski lift builder

Dopplemayr /Ctec garaventa
06.1990 - 12.1993
  • Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
  • Developed detailed construction plans and organized required materials to maintain productivity.

Groomer / snow maker

Big sky resort
11.1991 - 05.1992

Groomer

Purgatory ski resort
11.1990 - 04.1991

Night laundry / houseman

Iron blossom lodge
11.1988 - 05.1990
  • Refilled par stock of guest amenities and supplies in each housekeeping storage.

Sheet metal installer HVAC

Garrh's sheet metal
07.1985 - 09.1988
  • Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallic material to meet product specifications.
  • Installed Furnaces,Swamp coolers,HVAC, and Duct work...etc...
  • Fabricated duct work and necessary materials in a sheetmetel shop.

Education

EMT basic - Medical

Pueblo Community College, Mancos, CO
05.2023

CDL Class A - Endorsements Passenger, tanker, Doubles, no restrictions in truck driving

Swift truck driving school, Billings, MT
04.2017

EMT - Medical

San Juan Vo-tech, Durango, CO
05.1991

High School Diploma - undefined

Durango Senior High School, Durango, CO
05.1987

Skills

  • Hard worker
  • Detail oriented
  • Problem solver
  • Heads up thinker
  • Can take constructive criticism
  • Habla poquito Espanol
  • EMT/First Responder/1st aid CPR
  • Swiftwater Rescue
  • CDL Class A
  • Idaho River Guide license LB/MF1,MF2, LB/SA5,SA6
  • TIPS Concessions Alcohol Training
  • Colorado River Guide license
  • Montana fishing/River Guide

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 07/08/69

References

  • Monika Dietz, Brighton Lodge Manager, 801-532-4731 x120
  • Jozie Hwrencher, Owner Design for the Mind Painting , 406-580-6358
  • Ed Link, Owner North Fork Guides, 208-865-2534
  • Keith Turco, Owner Timber Wolf Painting, 970-426-2310

Hobbies and Interests

  • Telemark skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain biking
  • Guitar
  • Ukulele
  • Cribbage
  • Frisbee
  • Fly fishing
  • Beekeeping
  • Gardening

Volunteer Experience

Animas River Days Beer Gardens I.D. Checker

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

  • Certified EMT Basic.
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • Commercial Drivers license Class A , No Restrictions, Passenger and Tanker Endorsements.
  • Certificate for TIPS Concessions Alcohol Training.
  • Swift Water Rescue.

Timeline

Front desk Night manager - Brighton ski lodge
09.2017 - 05.2019
Commercial painter - Timberwolf painting CO./Design for the mind MT.
05.2012 - Current
River Guide/Lead boatman / boat house manager - North fork guides/Main Salmon River
06.2008 - 09.2016
Snow cat groomer/ snowmaker - Big Sky resort
11.2000 - 04.2017
River guide/Middle Fork Salmon River - Echo
07.2000 - 09.2008
River guide / Safety Kayaker / fly fishing guide / Bus driver - Yellowstone Raft Company/Gallatin River
06.2000 - 09.2010
Cat driver for snowcat skiing - Grand Targhee resort
11.1998 - 04.1999
Snow cat groomer - Wolf Creek ski area
11.1995 - 04.1997
snow cat groomer - Brighton resort
11.1992 - 04.1996
River guide/ Animas River - Durango River trippers / Flexible flyers
06.1992 - 08.1996
Groomer / snow maker - Big sky resort
11.1991 - 05.1992
Groomer - Purgatory ski resort
11.1990 - 04.1991
Ski lift builder - Dopplemayr /Ctec garaventa
06.1990 - 12.1993
Night laundry / houseman - Iron blossom lodge
11.1988 - 05.1990
Sheet metal installer HVAC - Garrh's sheet metal
07.1985 - 09.1988
Swift truck driving school - CDL Class A, Endorsements Passenger, tanker, Doubles, no restrictions in truck driving
San Juan Vo-tech - EMT, Medical
Durango Senior High School - High School Diploma,
Pueblo Community College - EMT basic, Medical

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