Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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David Vine

Page,AZ

Summary

Adept at leading teams and enhancing project efficiency, I honed my skills in quality control and mechanical troubleshooting at Unlimited Houseboat Services. My proactive approach resulted in significant cost savings and maintaining high standards of safety. I excel in fostering teamwork and leveraging both hard and soft skills to exceed employer expectations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Painter

Unlimited Houseboat Services
03.2009 - Current
  • Ensured accurate recordkeeping of labor hours, materials used, and project progress for billing purposes.
  • Led a team of painters, providing clear direction and fostering strong communication skills.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with proper ventilation and personal protective gear usage.
  • Collaborated with other tradespeople to coordinate schedule and workflow, resulting in smooth project completion.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining painting processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Developed strong working relationships with suppliers, negotiating discounts on materials for cost savings.
  • Effectively managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining high levels of quality control.
  • Expanded knowledge of new industry trends and techniques through continued education and professional development opportunities.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Trained new employees in company protocols and specific painting procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all team members'' workmanship.

Painter's Apprentice

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2007 - Current


Clean work areas and equipment

Load and unload materials

Transferring scaffolding

Unloading and loading

Lubricate machinery and perform routine maintenance

Clean and prepare construction sites

Digging trenches

Direct traffic around the work site

Follow instructions from supervisors

Following all instructions and safety regulations

Performing manual labour tasks

Preparing job sites

Work efficiently

Consult with construction plans

Debris removal

Maintain all safety standards

Operating machinery

Perform other duties as requested

Perform site clean-up

Wear proper safety equipment

  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Covered surfaces with drop cloths, masking tape and paper during painting.
  • Examined surfaces for imperfections and applied additional coats to achieve smooth, even finish.
  • Helped remove damaged materials and surfaces in preparation for repairs.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.

Marine Assistant Mechanic

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2005 - Current
  • Completed repair jobs within specified time frames, minimizing delays for clients waiting on their vessels.
  • Worked closely with lead mechanic to develop skills in specialized areas such as hydraulic systems or advanced diagnostics.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate repairs on boats and yachts.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of vessels both pre-and post-repair to ensure all work was completed accurately and effectively.
  • Promoted a culture of safety in the workplace by strictly adhering to company policies and industry regulations while encouraging others to do the same.

Marine Technician's Assistant

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2004 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.

Education

Associate of Arts - Painting

Yacht Paint Application Center
Miami, FL And Anaheim, CA

Skills

  • Quality control monitoring
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Hand and power tools
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Self motivation
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Safety
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Forklift operation

Certification

  • Advanced Training Certificate Akzo Noble
  • Advanced Painting Certification
  • Applicator Institute Certification

Timeline

Lead Painter

Unlimited Houseboat Services
03.2009 - Current

Painter's Apprentice

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2007 - Current

Marine Assistant Mechanic

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2005 - Current

Marine Technician's Assistant

Unlimited Houseboat Services
05.2004 - Current

Associate of Arts - Painting

Yacht Paint Application Center
David Vine