Jason Steffens
Somonauk,IL
Summary
I have a varied work history do to that I bring a lot of knowledge to every job I apply for;
- Reliable caregiver with a strong focus on compassionate support, effective communication, and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to manage household tasks and provide emotional support, enhancing client comfort and safety.
- Professional with solid experience in supporting construction projects, ensuring smooth operations, and maintaining high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering results in dynamic environments. Skilled in project coordination, problem-solving, and effective communication, with reputation for reliability and flexibility.
- Knowledgeable with extensive hands-on experience in residential and commercial painting. Achievements include successful completion of multiple high-profile projects with precision and adherence to deadlines. Demonstrated expertise in surface preparation and color matching, alongside keen eye for detail and commitment to safety standards.
- Hardworking Automotive Technician with 15+ years of experience in field. Positive and upbeat individual with enthusiasm for work and understanding of good customer service. Motivated to go above and beyond job requirements to satisfy customer needs, help team and meet business objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
Self-employeed
Somonauk Il
05.2021 - 01.2026
- Provided daily personal care, including grooming, bathing, and dressing to enhance client comfort.
- Assisted my mother with mobility and transportation to ensure safety during outings.
- Managed medication schedules, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescriptions.
- Transported my mother to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Stayed with my mother at her appointments for long periods of time depending on what medication she was receiving for that day.
Contractor's Assistant
Precise Builder's LLC Construction
Batavia, IL
03.2010 - 09.2020
- Assisted project managers in coordinating schedules and resources for construction projects.
- Supported on-site teams by preparing materials and tools for daily operations.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring timely restocking to avoid delays.
- Conducted quality checks on completed work to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Enhanced project efficiency by providing timely and accurate assistance to the contractor in various tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
Aviation Painter
Woodlake Aircraft
Somonauk IL
02.2015 - 03.2020
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning and sanding, ensuring optimal adhesion of coatings.
- Applied various paint types using spray guns, achieving high-quality finishes on aircraft components.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to understand specifications and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects and inconsistencies, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Developed streamlined processes for paint application that improved efficiency and reduced waste.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to maintain adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Acted as a reliable resource for colleagues by sharing knowledge of aviation painting techniques, tools, materials, and safety protocols.
- Reduced rework time by thoroughly inspecting completed paint jobs for defects or inconsistencies before final approval.
- Achieved consistent quality in paint finishes through diligent adherence to established procedures and attention to detail during surface preparation.
- Improved overall aircraft aesthetics through proficient application of decals, stencils, logos, and other design elements as required.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace to ensure the efficient completion of painting tasks and minimize potential hazards.
- Enhanced aircraft appearance by meticulously preparing surfaces for painting and applying high-quality finishes.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on painting equipment, ensuring its functionality and identifying any necessary repairs or replacements.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering precise color matching and smooth, uniform coatings on aircraft exteriors.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies, and cleaning of component parts.
- Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
- Custom mixed colors to match customers' desired color.
Automotive Technician/Car Detailer
Gerber Collision
Geneva IL
07.2010 - 01.2015
- Diagnosed and repaired automotive systems using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed comprehensive inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices in vehicle maintenance and repair techniques.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on completed repairs to guarantee customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Performed safety and emissions inspections.
- Delivered detailed explanations of repair processes, increasing customer trust and satisfaction.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Delivered consistent results while working independently on various makes/models/styles of cars within tight deadlines.
- Painted engine components and related parts by using spray gun or aerosol can and masking material.
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crystal Lake Central High School
Crystal Lake, ILSkills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Emotional support
- Household management
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Fall prevention
- Errand running
- Medication management
- Heavy lifting
- Drywall installation
- Flooring installation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Roofing installation
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Power and hand tools
- Installation and finishing
- Plumbing basics
- Tool and equipment management
- Detail orientation
- Tile setting
- Precision measuring
- Parts inspection
- Installation management
- Maintenance inspection
- Reliable and consistent
- Aircraft inspection
- Attentive to detail
- Reliability
- Aircraft mechanics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems
- Tire services
- Diagnostics
- Auto and engine repair
- Belt and hose replacements
- Fluid exchanges
- Automotive diagnostics
- Power steering repair
- Air conditioning systems
- Steering systems
- Paint and refinishing
- Preventative maintenance
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Self-employeed
05.2021 - 01.2026
Aviation Painter
Woodlake Aircraft
02.2015 - 03.2020
Automotive Technician/Car Detailer
Gerber Collision
07.2010 - 01.2015
Contractor's Assistant
Precise Builder's LLC Construction
03.2010 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Crystal Lake Central High School