Leon Jones
Woodland,CA
Summary
Proven Journeyman Painter with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and safety standards at Valdez Painting, Inc. Skilled in surface preparation and decorative painting, coupled with a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills, consistently delivering high-quality finishes. Achieved increased efficiency and client referrals through meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Painter
Valdez Painting, Inc
05.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Increased efficiency with advanced surface preparation skills, including sanding, caulking, and masking.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Contributed to successful team collaborations by assisting colleagues in completing large-scale painting jobs on time and within budget.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Journeyman Painter
Brooks Painting Inc.
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Maintained exceptional attention to detail for intricate designs or patterns, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges during the painting process while still delivering desired results for clients.
- Streamlined workflow processes by effectively setting up job sites with necessary materials prior to commencement of work.
- Provided accurate quotes to clients by thoroughly assessing project details and calculating necessary materials and labor costs.
- Consistently met deadlines for both residential and commercial clients through efficient task prioritization and time management skills.
- Reduced project lead times through effective planning and organization of materials and resources.
- Received positive feedback from clients for excellent color matching abilities that resulted in cohesive design aesthetics throughout properties.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service skills that fostered trust between clients and the company.
- Elevated company reputation through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship, resulting in increased referrals and new business opportunities.
- Achieved consistent high-quality finishes by applying expert painting techniques and using proper tools.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
Education
Certificate - Painting
Golden Gate Chapter ABC
Sacramento, CA12.2023
Skills
- Brush Techniques
- Touch-up painting
- Decorative Painting
- Epoxy Coatings
- Roller Techniques
- Commercial Painting
- Residential Painting
- Spray painting
- Lacquer application
- Priming Surfaces
- Drywall Repair
- Masking Surfaces
- Safety Procedures
- Surface Preparation
- Pressure Washing
- Plaster repair
- Paint removal
- Color mixing
- Estimating Materials
- Texture painting
- Metallic Finishes
- Tape and Bedding
- Cutting In Edges
- Matching Colors
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to Detail
- Exterior Painting
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Effective Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Creative Thinking
- Safety awareness
- Punctual and Dependable
- Clean Driving Record
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Reliability
Certification
Certificate in completion in apprenticeship for receiving the skills and knowledge required of a journeyman.
Timeline
Journeyman Painter
Valdez Painting, Inc
05.2022 - Current
Journeyman Painter
Brooks Painting Inc.
09.2018 - 05.2022
Certificate in completion in apprenticeship for receiving the skills and knowledge required of a journeyman.
Certificate - Painting
Golden Gate Chapter ABC
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