Jake McBride
Kapaa,HI
Summary
Seasoned Lead Painter with background in residential and commercial projects. Bring strong knowledge of various painting techniques, and surface preparation. Known for managing teams effectively, ensuring safety protocols while delivering high-quality work.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Skilled Masonry Laborer
Spencer's Masonry
Kapaa , Hawaii
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted skilled masons in laying bricks and blocks for various projects.
- Mixed and prepared mortar according to specific project requirements.
- Handled tools such as trowels, levels, and chisels for construction tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks to job sites as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during construction activities.
- Collaborated with team members to complete masonry projects on schedule.
- Conducted basic measurements to assist in accurate layout of structures.
- Carried heavy building materials such as bricks, blocks, and bags of cement up ladders to work sites.
- Constructed scaffolding and other temporary structures in support of construction projects.
- Covered finished masonry structures with protective coatings such as paint or sealant.
Lead Painter
Nectar Painting
Kapaa , HI
11.2015 - 02.2024
- Supervised team of painters to ensure quality and consistency in finishes.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for optimal paint adherence.
- Selected appropriate paints and coatings based on project specifications and conditions.
- Maintained equipment, ensuring brushes and tools were clean and in good condition.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper painting techniques.
- Inspected completed work for defects and ensured compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to schedule painting tasks efficiently.
- Implemented best practices for waste management during painting operations.
- Estimated quantities of required materials based on surface area to be painted.
- Adhered strictly to industry regulations pertaining to health and safety practices during painting operations.
- Applied primer, paint, varnish and other finishes to walls, ceilings, furniture and fixtures.
- Scheduled maintenance works such as touch-up repairs or repainting when needed.
- Coordinated with clients regarding color selection or any other specific requirements they may have had.
- Selected appropriate tools such as brushes, rollers and spray guns based on the type of job.
- Repaired damaged surfaces prior to applying new coats of paint.
- Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment used for painting works ensuring its proper functioning at all times.
- Worked closely with contractors to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
- Assigned tasks to subordinate painters and monitored their work progress.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies such as paint, brushes, ordering additional items when needed.
- Ensured that safety standards are maintained while performing painting jobs by providing necessary training to subordinate painters.
- Mixed paints and other materials to achieve desired colors and consistencies.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Constructed scaffolding and supports to complete work above ground-level.
- Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
- Delivered work orders and clear instructions to painting team to prepare for each shift.
- Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
Lead Painter
Architectural coatings and preservation (A.C.P)
Kapaa , HI
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised team of painters to ensure quality and consistency in finishes.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for optimal paint adherence.
- Selected appropriate paints and coatings based on project specifications and conditions.
- Maintained equipment, ensuring brushes and tools were clean and in good condition.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper painting techniques.
- Inspected completed work for defects and ensured compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to schedule painting tasks efficiently.
- Implemented best practices for waste management during painting operations.
- Estimated quantities of required materials based on surface area to be painted.
- Adhered strictly to industry regulations pertaining to health and safety practices during painting operations.
- Applied primer, paint, varnish and other finishes to walls, ceilings, furniture and fixtures.
- Scheduled maintenance works such as touch-up repairs or repainting when needed.
- Coordinated with clients regarding color selection or any other specific requirements they may have had.
- Selected appropriate tools such as brushes, rollers and spray guns based on the type of job.
- Repaired damaged surfaces prior to applying new coats of paint.
- Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment used for painting works ensuring its proper functioning at all times.
- Worked closely with contractors to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
- Assigned tasks to subordinate painters and monitored their work progress.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Ensured that safety standards are maintained while performing painting jobs by providing necessary training to subordinate painters.
- Mixed paints and other materials to achieve desired colors and consistencies.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Constructed scaffolding and supports to complete work above ground-level.
- Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kapaa High School
Kapaa , HI05-2012
Skills
- Tool handling
- Material loading
- Scaffolding construction
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Basic measurements
- Surface preparation
- Customer communication
- Project scheduling
- Time management
- Finishing work
- Scaffolding setup
- Construction safety
- Materials preparation
- Power tool operation
- Physical stamina
- Quality control
- Team leadership
- Attention to details
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Skilled Masonry Laborer
Spencer's Masonry
03.2024 - Current
Lead Painter
Architectural coatings and preservation (A.C.P)
01.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Painter
Nectar Painting
11.2015 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Kapaa High School