David Starkey
Black Hawk,CO
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Drywall Journeyman with a proven track record at Painting Innovations. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving and time management skills, consistently delivering high-quality finishes. Adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration, ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to excellence in every project undertaken.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting Journymen
Painting Innovations
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Drywall Painter Contractor
Self
01.2010 - 08.2025
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure optimal paint adherence.
- Applied various painting techniques on different materials to achieve desired finishes.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks and prolonging lifespan.
- Assisted in color matching and selection to meet client specifications effectively.
- Complied with safety protocols while managing hazardous materials during painting processes.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility in work approach.
- Completed routine maintenance tasks on painting equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- 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.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and filling holes, ensuring smooth finishes.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing detailed consultations on color selection and design aesthetics.
- Boosted property value for clients, selecting and applying high-quality, durable exterior paints.
- Achieved consistent paint finishes by expertly mixing paints to match desired colors and textures.
- Enhanced visual appeal of residential properties by applying coats of paint, varnish, and sealants.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Utilized brushes and rollers to create various textures.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Drywall Journeyman
Capenters Local 1506
09.1999 - 10.2000
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Drywall Taper Journymen
Liberty Drywall
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Applied joint compound to drywall surfaces, ensuring smooth finishes and adherence to quality standards.
- Utilized various taping tools, enhancing efficiency in drywall installation and finishing processes.
- Collaborated with team members to assess project requirements and allocate resources effectively.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for taping and finishing drywall installations.
- Improved workflow by implementing best practices for drywall tapering and finishing tasks.
- Inspected finished work for compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Led quality control initiatives, resulting in consistently high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained clean worksites by consistently removing debris and disposing of materials in accordance with regulations.
- Expedited project timelines through efficient coordination with other tradespeople onsite.
- Enhanced overall job quality with precise taping of seams between drywall panels for a smooth finish.
- Achieved high-quality finishes with the use of specialized tools such as taping knives, mud mixers, and corner beads for seamless appearance.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring consistent access to high-quality materials at competitive prices.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
- Mixed, matched and applied diverse textures to achieve quality finishes.
- Achieved precise installation requirements by cutting and fitting drywall to accommodate corners and edges.
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Cut and installed decorative framing and trim.
- Screwed metal and wooden studs into frames.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
Drywall Journeymen
Pking Drywall
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Drywall Journeyman
P&M Drywall
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patterson Highschool
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
- Decision-making
- Organization and time management
Timeline
Painting Journymen
Painting Innovations
08.2025 - 09.2025
Drywall Painter Contractor
Self
01.2010 - 08.2025
Drywall Journeyman
Capenters Local 1506
09.1999 - 10.2000
Drywall Taper Journymen
Liberty Drywall
01.1997 - 01.1998
Drywall Journeymen
Pking Drywall
01.1994 - 01.1997
Drywall Journeyman
P&M Drywall
01.1992 - 01.1993
High School Diploma -
Patterson Highschool
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