LaQuinn Watts
Suitland,MD
Summary
Skilled and dependable painter with over 12 years of experience in residential , county schools, and commercial painting. Experienced in interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, drywall repair, color matching, and applying various paints, stains, and finishes. Known for attention to detail, quality workmanship, safe work practices, and completing projects efficiently while maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Prince George County Public Schools
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
07.2014 - Current
- Painted classrooms, hallways, and offices, enhancing aesthetics and learning environments in public schools.
- Applied brush, roller, and spray finishes on interior and exterior surfaces.
- Patched holes, cracks, and damaged drywall before painting.
- Mixed paints, stains, and coatings to match approved school colors.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Painted floors
- Sprayed lockers and temporary buildings for aesthetic enhancement
- Used fireproof coating paint
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Cleaned work areas, protected furniture, and maintained safe school environments.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Power washed buildings, parking lots , etc.
- Executed sand blasting tasks to achieve clean surfaces ready for painting.
Janitor
Prince George's County Circuit Court
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Sanitized courtrooms, lobbies, and judicial offices to uphold cleanliness and hygiene standards at the county circuit court.
- Maintained sanitary conditions in restrooms and throughout facility by cleaning, replenishing supplies, and ensuring availability of essentials.
- Disinfected high-touch surfaces, desks, railings, and waiting areas.
- Swept, mopped, and buffed floors in public and restricted court areas.
- Performed thorough cleaning of windows, walls, ceilings, carpets, and furniture to maintain cleanliness in assigned areas.
- Monitored cleaning supply inventory and restocked janitorial closets.
- Addressed emergency cleaning requests promptly to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for court visitors.
- Relocated furniture and equipment based on supervisor and client requests.
- Report any damages found in the building premises to supervisors immediately for repair works.
Prep Cook
Toll Brothers
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Cleaned workstations, cutting boards, and equipment between prep tasks.
- Stored food safely in coolers, dry areas, and labeled containers.
- Followed Toll Brothers sanitation standards during kitchen cleaning and food handling.
- Restocked supplies and utensils during peak service periods to support efficient meal preparation.
- Collaborated with teammates in a fast-paced environment to consistently meet customer satisfaction goals.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Evaluated freshness of food items before preparation to ensure quality and ingredients prior to use.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Renovation Specialist
Anthony renovation LLC
Suitland, Maryland
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Coordinated renovation projects for Anthony Renovation LLC across residential job sites
- Installed drywall, flooring, cabinets, and fixtures with careful attention
- Measured spaces and marked layouts for framing, trim, and finish work
- Evaluated work areas and identified repair needs before starting renovation tasks
- Communicated with clients and team members to confirm project requirements
- Ordered necessary materials for renovation projects from approved suppliers.
- Maintained clean job sites and organized materials throughout renovation work
- Identified potential problems that may arise during the course of a project and developed solutions accordingly.
Education
Suitland High School
Suitland, MarylandSkills
- Interior & exterior painting
- Surface preparation
- Drywall repair & patching
- Priming and sealing
- Brush, roller & spray application
- Color matching and mixing
- Staining and finishing
- Caulking and trim work
- Sanding and scraping
- Paint touch-ups and repairs
- Job site organization
- Safe handling of tools and materials
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Teamwork and communication
- Customer service
Timeline
Janitor
Prince George's County Circuit Court
05.2019 - 08.2021
Prep Cook
Toll Brothers
10.2017 - 11.2020
Renovation Specialist
Anthony renovation LLC
01.2015 - 12.2016
Painter
Prince George County Public Schools
07.2014 - Current
Suitland High School