James Cooper
Livingston,MT
Summary
Professional Industrial, Residential and Commercial Painter with extensive experience in delivering high-quality results and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication. Proficient in advanced painting techniques, surface preparation, and equipment maintenance. Known for maintaining safety standards, optimizing project efficiency, and adapting to diverse environments.
Hardworking, with 18-year background performing physically-demanding painting and abrasive blasting jobs. Listens and follows orders with little oversight. Quality-driven and efficient worker.
I am also the former Vice President of the Painters Union, statewide, serving out of the Painters local 1922. I have been a Union Steward and a founding member of the safety council for one of my former employers. I hold many certificates associated with my craft and have an eye for detail.
Much of my work has been in oil refineries, which uphold rigorous safety standards, and require me to be aware of my surroundings at all times.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential and Commercial Painter
Peak Painting and Drywall
07.2022 - Current
- Delivered high-quality results with attention to detail in applying multiple coats of paint as needed for a polished finish.
- Ensured client satisfaction with frequent communication, addressing concerns, and providing updates on progress.
- Improved project efficiency by utilizing advanced tools and techniques to complete tasks quickly and effectively.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by proficiently using various types of paints, stains, varnishes, primers, and sealers.
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Weldtech Services Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on site to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Jacobs Industrial Services
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
AECOM
11.2015 - 04.2016
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Mooney Painting
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment.
- Increased efficiency with advanced surface preparation skills, including sanding, caulking, and masking.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges during the painting process while still delivering desired results for clients.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Billings West High School
Billings, MT01-2005
Skills
- Visual inspections
- Sand blasting
- Epoxy Coatings
- Planning and scheduling
- Power Washing
- Paint Application Techniques
- Surface Preparation
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment Maintenance
- Protective Coating Application
- Surface preparation techniques
- Industrial painting
Certification
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)– U.S Department of Homeland Security.
- Marine Coatings Application Specialist Certification – SSPC, The Society for Protective Coatings.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use and Maintenance Course – Various safety equipment manufacturers or trade associations.
Timeline
Residential and Commercial Painter
Peak Painting and Drywall
07.2022 - Current
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Weldtech Services Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2022
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Jacobs Industrial Services
04.2016 - 08.2017
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
AECOM
11.2015 - 04.2016
Industrial Journeyman Painter and Abrasive Blaster
Mooney Painting
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)– U.S Department of Homeland Security.
- Marine Coatings Application Specialist Certification – SSPC, The Society for Protective Coatings.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use and Maintenance Course – Various safety equipment manufacturers or trade associations.
High School Diploma -
Billings West High School
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