Davis Gillespie

Waynesville,NC

Summary

Results-driven professional with 9 years of experience in residential painting, progressing from crew member to crew leader and ultimately business owner. Eager to apply my work experience and the education and skills I have developed through studying Psychology and Finance to a professional business environment. Motivated to learn, grow, and bring my strong work ethic, leadership experience, and commitment to success to a new career.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Operator

Davis Gillespie Painting

Haywood County, NC

08.2023 - 08.2026

Owned and operated a residential painting company, overseeing projects from initial client consultation and estimating through completion.
Met with prospective clients to assess properties, understand project needs, recommend appropriate solutions, and provide professional guidance on painting and preparation.
Prepared detailed project estimates, including labor, materials, project costs, and expected completion timelines.
Managed all aspects of job-site operations, including material procurement, transportation, equipment setup, surface preparation, painting, and final project completion.
Developed and implemented advertising and marketing efforts to generate new business and maintain a steady pipeline of customers.
Built and maintained strong customer relationships through clear communication, dependable service, and attention to customer needs and expectations.
Evaluated project scope and developed practical plans of action to determine the most efficient approach to completing each job.
Managed scheduling, project timelines, materials, and labor while balancing multiple responsibilities associated with operating a small business.
Maintained a strong focus on quality workmanship, job-site safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

Residential Painter / Crew Leader

VanGo Painting

Haywood County, NC

04.2018 - 08.2026

Advanced to Crew Leader through strong performance, reliability, and leadership over a nine-year career with the company.
Led painting crews on residential projects, helping determine the plan of action, organize workflow, and establish priorities for each job.
Coordinated delivery, unloading, and setup of materials, tools, ladders, and equipment to ensure efficient job site readiness.
Prepared residential properties for painting, including surface preparation and other necessary prep work to ensure a high-quality finished product.
Performed interior and exterior painting while maintaining attention to detail, quality standards, and efficient production.
Directed and assisted crew members throughout projects, helping ensure work was completed safely, efficiently, and according to customer expectations.
Maintained organized and safe job sites and properly handled painting materials, tools, and equipment.
Recognized as a Top Employee for consistent performance, dependability, work ethic, and commitment to quality.
Built a strong record of long-term service and demonstrated the ability to take on increased responsibility and leadership.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN

12-2017

Skills

Client relationship management
Project management
Budgeting and cost estimation

Decision making and problem solving
Leadership
Microsoft Excel

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