Fayer Jenkins
Columbus,MS
Summary
Highly skilled and dependable Painter and Maintenance Technician with over 25 years of experience in residential, commercial, and property-maintenance work. Experienced in preparing surfaces, applying interior and exterior finishes, performing minor repairs, and keeping work areas clean and safe. Resourceful professional known for completing and delivering quality workmanship on or ahead of schedule. Capable of working independently or as part of a crew.
Overview
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Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter and Maintenance Technician
R&D Maintenance
Columbus, MS
05.2001 - Current
- Prepared interior and exterior surfaces by removing loose or peeling paint, scraping, sanding, washing, and repairing minor surface imperfections.
- Patched small holes and cracks in walls and ceilings; sanded repairs smooth to create an even surface before priming and painting.
- Applied primer, paint, stains, and protective finishes to walls, ceilings, doors, trim, fences, and other surfaces.
- Used brushes, rollers, and paint sprayers based on the surface, project requirements, and finish desired.
- Selected and prepared materials, checked supplies, and organized tools before beginning work.
- Covered or moved furniture and protected floors, fixtures, windows, landscaping, and nearby surfaces from dust, paint, and damage.
- Sealed joints around trim, windows, and doors with caulk and sealant.
- Completed minor maintenance tasks, such as replacing hardware, tightening fittings, and addressing basic wear and damage.
- Ensured quality standards by inspecting finished work, touching up uneven areas, and correcting drips or missed spots.
- Followed work orders, supervisor directions, product instructions, and job-site safety procedures.
- Communicated with property owners, tenants, customers, and coworkers to coordinate access, clarify requests, and keep work moving.
- Worked independently or with a crew to complete projects within assigned schedules.
- Painted and maintained offices, commercial buildings, or other property types].
- Prepared work areas and surfaces before painting, including cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, and priming.
- Completed [specific maintenance duties you performed].
- Contributed to tool and material organization for improved safety and efficiency.
- Keep only the examples that match your actual experience.
- Interior repainting: Prepared and painted rooms, hallways, ceilings, doors, and trim while protecting nearby furnishings and flooring.
- Exterior painting: Prepared siding, fences, railings, and other outdoor surfaces; applied suitable coatings and cleaned the work area after completion.
- Turnover and touch-up work: Repaired small surface imperfections and refreshed painted areas between tenants or occupants.
- Maintenance support: Performed minor repairs and routine upkeep alongside painting assignments.
- Brushes · Rollers · Paint trays · Scrapers · Sanding tools · Putty knives · Caulking guns · Ladders · Drop cloths · Basic hand and power tools · [Add sprayers or other equipment you have used]
- Prepared interior and exterior surfaces for R&D Maintenance painting projects.
- Applied primer and finish coats using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Scraped, sanded, and patched damaged surfaces before painting.
- Inspected surfaces for defects and corrected coverage during maintenance work.
- Maintained cleanliness of tools, ladders, and work areas to ensure safety and readiness for subsequent projects.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment at R&D Maintenance sites.
- Inspected building systems and reported hazards to supervisors.
- Replaced worn parts on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment.
- Recorded work orders and maintenance tasks daily to track progress and facilitate communication with supervisors.
- Cleaned work areas and organized tools after each repair.
- Followed safety procedures and supported smooth operations across R&D Maintenance facilities.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Education
High School Graduate -
Noxubee County High School
Macon, MSSkills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Spray equipment
- Color matching
- Preventive maintenance
- Caulking and sealing
- Safety inspection
- Construction site operations
- Work order documentation
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team coordination
- Safety
- Self-directed and motivated
Timeline
Painter and Maintenance Technician
R&D Maintenance
05.2001 - Current
High School Graduate -
Noxubee County High School