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
05.2023
CDL Class A - Endorsements Passenger, tanker, Doubles, no restrictions in truck driving
04.2017
EMT - Medical
05.1991
High School Diploma - undefined
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