Khaled Najem
Newark,DE
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Labor, Road Striping, and Flagging
Road Safe traffic
Chicago, Illinois
03.2024 - 08.2024
- I was so the job was we were striping roads. There was trucks four big trucks. One was a paint truck. One was a truck for cones to put on the wet paint. So most of the time I would be on the back of the truck with the cones and I was the labor so I would put codes on all the wet paint from the road. And then there was times where I would do convoy where that means it was so hot that we would just sit in the truck and slowly paint the roads so I can drive big trucks as well, it was just a seasonal job so I had to put my two weeks and then leave. Pretty much was the labor and I drove a lot
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Painter Laborer
Km contracting
Wilmington, DE
02.2020 - 02.2024
- It was a remodeling company. I was mostly the labor. I did all the demos from digging to tearing houses apart and then every time there was a paint job I would do the painting, but majority of my job was skilled labor and would help carpenters I would do all the demos and everything.
- Cleaned up job site after work completion.
- Attended safety meetings regularly to learn about new products, techniques or procedures related to painting jobs.
- Transported ladders, scaffolding, drop cloths and other materials to the job site.
- Applied primer on walls and ceilings prior to painting.
- Installed drop cloths around furniture and fixtures prior to starting work.
- Ensured proper ventilation while working with hazardous chemicals like paint thinner or stripper.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracks or blisters.
- Calculated surface area of walls and ceilings accurately in order to estimate the amount of paint needed.
- Removed old wallpaper from walls using steamers or scrapers.
- Carried out minor repairs to damaged surfaces before painting them.
- Mixed various paints according to specifications.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when operating power tools like ladders, lifts.
- Selected appropriate types of paints and finishes based on customer requirements.
- Kept records of all supplies used during each job including paint colors, amounts and brands used.
- Assisted in mixing large batches of paint using colorants, thinners and other additives.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as paint sprayers, rollers and brushes.
- Protected adjacent areas from accidental spills or splatters while painting.
- Followed instructions given by supervisor regarding specific tasks that need to be performed.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping and sanding them.
- Used masking tape along edges where two different colors meet while painting trim or moldings.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting it.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Recommended blending, harmonizing and contrasting color options to customers.
- Documented progress and provided estimated completion time for clients.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Performed minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Constructed scaffolding and supports to complete work above ground-level.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Calculated cost and quantities of required materials based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
Gil Construction
Zmri gul
Newark , DE
07.2016 - 08.2020
- This company was a small company. It was plumbing company so I did a lot of extra excavation and a lot of digging a lot of hard labor work for years I was apprentice for a plumber for three years pretty much all the hard labor work and I learned a lot about plumbing and construction in general.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School
New Castle, DE05-2004
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Concrete mixing
- Power Tools Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Paint prep
- General knowledge of construction
- Hard labor
- Driving trucks
- A lot of demo
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Labor, Road Striping, and Flagging
Road Safe traffic
03.2024 - 08.2024
Painter Laborer
Km contracting
02.2020 - 02.2024
Gil Construction
Zmri gul
07.2016 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
William Penn High School