Joe Zydlo
Elk Grove Village,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable professional painter. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Diligent House Painter possessing in-depth knowledge of painting tools and equipment. Prepares surfaces for painting, applies coats of paint, and assists customers in selecting appropriate colors for projects. Self-directed and energetic with excellent physical stamina.
Motivated Painter driven to provide high-quality work. Adept at working quickly without sacrificing results. Ready to bring over 10 years' experience to new position with long-term potential.
Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Professional Painter
J.Z. Painting & More
Elk Grove Village, United States
03.2016 - Current
- Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.
- 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.
- Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Applied caulk, putty and plaster to walls using correct techniques to achieve professional finishes.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Applied paint with cloth, brush, sponge and fingers to create special effects.
- Achieved optimal adherence by washing, treating and sanding surfaces.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
Crew Leader/Professional Painter
Joe Landazzi Decorating
Mount Prospect, IL
03.2009 - 01.2016
- Selected premixed paints or mixed required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine kind and amount of work necessary for each project.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Achieved optimal adherence by washing, treating and sanding surfaces.
- Applied caulk, putty and plaster to walls using correct techniques to achieve professional finishes.
- Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
- Applied paint with cloth, brush, sponge and fingers to create special effects.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
Construction Laborer
Reese Custom Home Builders
Lake Zurich, IL
05.2000 - 11.2004
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects..
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- .Prepared job sites for work plans by measuring and marking different distances.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
Education
GED -
Maine West
Des Plaines, IL03.2015
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Knowledge of all painting tools and materials
- Time management skills to ensure tasks are completed on schedule
- Customer service skills
- Electrical
- Flooring
- Tile work
- Carpentry work
Timeline
Business Owner/Professional Painter
J.Z. Painting & More
03.2016 - Current
Crew Leader/Professional Painter
Joe Landazzi Decorating
03.2009 - 01.2016
Construction Laborer
Reese Custom Home Builders
05.2000 - 11.2004
GED -
Maine West
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