Lance Fossum
Auburn
Summary
Creative Painter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in color mixing, surface preparation, and aesthetic design application. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes with consistent client satisfaction. Also well versed in manufacturing with a minor background in HVAC/R.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Final Assembler
Rice Lake Weighing Systems
Kent
08.2024 - Current
- Assembled electronic components following precise specifications.
- Operated machinery to support production and assembly processes.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
Powder Coat Painter
Allegion
Snoqualmie
12.2019 - 08.2024
- Operated powder coating equipment to apply protective finishes on metal products.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking to ensure optimal adhesion.
- Monitored coating processes to maintain quality standards during production runs.
- Assisted in training new employees on powder coating techniques and safety practices.
- Inspected finished product to ensure quality standards were met.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.
Journeyman Painter
Bob Dawson's Custom Painting
Yakima
07.2015 - 12.2019
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning for optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied various paint types using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment efficiently.
- Executed detailed finishing work on residential and commercial properties with precision.
- Utilized ladders and scaffolding to access hard-to-reach areas.
- Removed old paint layers using chemical strippers or scrapers.
- Sprayed, brushed, and rolled paint on interior and exterior surfaces.
HVAC Installer
Paul's Sheet Metal
Rice Lake
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Was promoted to lead residential installer.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, as well as power tools like pipe cutters and benders when performing tasks related to HVAC installations.
Education
HVAC/R - HVAC/R
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA 11.2013 - 11.2014
Rice Lake High School
Rice Lake, WisconsinSkills
- Assembly techniques
- Quality inspection
- Machinery operation
- Electronic assembly
- Hazardous material handling
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Workplace safety
- Interpretation of blueprints, wiring diagrams, and drawings
- Soldering techniques
- Powder coating
- Paint application
- Surface preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Final Assembler
Rice Lake Weighing Systems
08.2024 - Current
Powder Coat Painter
Allegion
12.2019 - 08.2024
Journeyman Painter
Bob Dawson's Custom Painting
07.2015 - 12.2019
HVAC Installer
Paul's Sheet Metal
11.2014 - 06.2015
HVAC/R - HVAC/R
Penn Foster Career School
11.2013 - 11.2014
Rice Lake High School