Elliott Gaines

Pianter

Self-employeed

01.2008 - Current

Executed precise surface preparation and painting techniques for diverse residential projects.
Managed project timelines, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
Developed customized color palettes and finishes based on client preferences and design specifications.
Mentored junior painters, providing training in best practices for safety and efficiency.
Implemented cost-effective strategies to minimize material waste while maximizing quality outcomes.
Assessed client needs through consultations, delivering tailored solutions that enhanced customer satisfaction.
Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety regulations.
Collaborated with contractors to coordinate schedules and ensure seamless project execution across multiple sites.
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 surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
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.
Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.