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Keith Neal

Suitland,MD

Summary

Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced painter with over 10 years of experience in paint industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Decorative Coatings Refinishing
Suitland, United States
05.2000 - Current
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing and priming.
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Mixed and matched paints according to customer specifications.
  • Selected proper amount and type of thinners and accelerant to be used for specific jobs.
  • Bid on projects, prepped sites and completed projects in line with customer specifications and requirements.
  • Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
  • Applied caulk, putty and plaster to walls using correct techniques to achieve professional finishes.
  • HVLP experience
  • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.

Bus Driver

Washington Metro Area Transit Authority
Washington, DC
12.2009 - 11.2015
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
  • Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
  • Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
  • Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
  • Protected passengers from harm and bus from excess damage by complying with traffic regulations.
  • Maintained frequent contact with dispatch to receive instructions and report on delays or incidents.
  • Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions and reportable incidents.

Bus Driver

First Transit
Washington, DC
07.2006 - 12.2009
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
  • Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Arts

Academie De Cusine Culinary Program
Gaithersburg, MD
06.1988

High School Diploma -

Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School
Washington, DC
06.1981

Skills

  • Employee Training
  • Process Improvement
  • Operational Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Industry Expertise
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Driven and Determined
  • Business Optimization
  • Project Management
  • Staffing oversight
  • Contract Management
  • Business planning
  • Staff Management
  • Business administration
  • Inventory management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Staff training/development

Work Availability

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Quote

Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire

Timeline

Bus Driver

Washington Metro Area Transit Authority
12.2009 - 11.2015

Bus Driver

First Transit
07.2006 - 12.2009

Business Owner

Decorative Coatings Refinishing
05.2000 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Arts

Academie De Cusine Culinary Program

High School Diploma -

Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School

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