Geoff Olds

Professional Painter

Builders Improvement Group

07.2013 - Current

Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.

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