Gavin McDonald
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dedicated, team-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to quickly acquire new competencies. Committed to maintaining a safe work environment by consistently demonstrating exemplary safety practices, effectively preventing accidents and errors. Recognized for a solid work ethic and reliability, consistently delivering high-quality results in diverse working environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter, Maintenance
Ski's
Renton, WA
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared surfaces through cleaning, sanding, and priming for optimal paint adhesion.
- Executed detailed inspections to ensure quality standards were met throughout projects.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing materials and tools efficiently for project completion.
- Implemented standard operating procedures to improve consistency in painting tasks across projects.
- Collaborated with other professionals to complete multi-faceted projects on time and budget.
Landscape Owner/Operator
Blaze Lawncare
Tacoma, WA
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Planted trees, shrubs and flowers using shovels or other equipment
- Operated various landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and edgers
- Communicated with clients to understand their specific landscaping needs and preferences
- Kept work areas clean organized minimize potential hazards
- Collaborated with team members to complete large landscaping projects on time.
- Managed day-to-day operations to ensure efficient service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and customer acquisition.
Package Handler
UPS
Tacoma, WA
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Followed company policies and procedures for secure package handling.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
Auto Glass Installer
AA Glass Nation
Tacoma, WA
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Weatherproofed windows and prevented rattling by installing rubber channeling strips around frames
- Created uniform appearances on pinchwelds with skilled use of urethane
- Prepared pinchweld scratches with primers and allowed to dry for maximum adhesion
- Improved fit of glass pieces by removing dirt, foreign matter and loose glass.
- Installed and replaced auto glass using industry-standard techniques and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize installation workflows and efficiency.
Education
Associates Degree in Fire Science -
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA05.2025
Skills
- Diagnosing problems
- Conflict Resolution
- Quality Assurance
- Strong work ethic
- Safety awareness
- Team player
Certification
- S-130/S-190, Wildland Firefighter ll
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Painter, Maintenance
Ski's
09.2025 - Current
Package Handler
UPS
08.2024 - 12.2024
Landscape Owner/Operator
Blaze Lawncare
05.2023 - 09.2025
Auto Glass Installer
AA Glass Nation
10.2022 - 01.2024
Associates Degree in Fire Science -
Bates Technical College