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Ivan Hicks

Newburg,MD

Summary

Talented Painter with an eye for detail and an efficient approach. Offering 27 years of experience in painting and repair work. Comfortable renewing aging structures and applying initial coats to new construction. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Committed to providing superior services at a competitive and reasonable cost.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter

Hicks & Sons
Newburg, MD
06.2020 - Current
  • Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
  • Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings;.
  • Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences;.
  • Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms;.
  • Performed minor repairs such as caulking windowsills before painting them ;.
  • Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.

Building Service Worker

Charles County Public Schools
White Plains, MD
06.2019 - 07.2020
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
  • Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
  • Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
  • Disinfected high-touch surfaces like door handles or elevator buttons.
  • Operated buffing machines to clean carpets or wax floors.
  • Vacuumed carpets, rugs and upholstery.
  • Emptied wastebaskets, ashtrays and other receptacles.

Foreman

Community Bridges Inc.
Brandywine, MD
06.2014 - 05.2019
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
  • Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.

Youth Counselor

Structure Youth Home
King George, VA
08.2007 - 06.2014
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors.
  • Promoted a safe environment by enforcing rules and regulations while supervising youth activities.
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to counseling techniques and adolescent development.
  • Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
  • Assisted youth with practicing coping skills to achieve completion of treatment goals.
  • Transported and supervised youth to facilitate off-site appointments and recreational activities.
  • Monitored and cared for youth in a carefully controlled environment to promote safety.

Flagger

Charles County Public Facilities
La Plata, MD
01.2006 - 08.2006
  • Directed traffic away from work zones while maintaining safety regulations.
  • Inspected and maintained safety equipment such as cones, barricades, signs and flags.
  • Held stop and slow paddles to direct traffic around active work sites.
  • Communicated with drivers to ensure safe passage through construction zones.
  • Set up temporary traffic control devices to alert motorists of upcoming construction areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

La Plata High School
La Plata, MD
05-2002

Skills

  • Finishing Techniques
  • Color Matching
  • Quality Assurance
  • Paint Sprayer Operation

Timeline

Painter

Hicks & Sons
06.2020 - Current

Building Service Worker

Charles County Public Schools
06.2019 - 07.2020

Foreman

Community Bridges Inc.
06.2014 - 05.2019

Youth Counselor

Structure Youth Home
08.2007 - 06.2014

Flagger

Charles County Public Facilities
01.2006 - 08.2006

High School Diploma -

La Plata High School
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