Dynamic Union Painter with extensive experience at DC 82, excelling in surface preparation and quality inspection. Proven ability to manage projects effectively while ensuring safety compliance. Strong communicator and problem solver, consistently delivering high-quality results and fostering team collaboration to meet client expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Painter
DC 82
Minneapolis, MN
06.2025 - Current
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress and challenges.
Applied various types of paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Executed touch-ups and repairs on previously painted surfaces for quality assurance.
Ensuring safety regulations are followed at all times.
Monitoring progress during the course of a project to ensure quality standards are met.
Applying coats of primers and paints using brushes, rollers, or spray guns.
Reading blueprints and specifications to determine the type of material needed for a job.
Operating lifts and scaffolding when needed for high-reaching projects.
Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
Union Painter
International Union Painters Allied Trade 386
Minneapolis, MN
06.2017 - Current
Applied various types of paints using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
Inspected completed work for quality and addressed any imperfections promptly.
Prepared surfaces by sanding and cleaning to ensure proper paint adhesion.
Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and operating tools.
Collaborated with team members to plan project timelines and task assignments.
Promoted safe working practices by observing company policies, which prevented hazards in workplace.
Determined appropriate paint flow and viscosity by performing visual inspections.
Met expected project timeframes by supervising production workflow, parts quality and delivery.
Applied primers, sealers and undercoats using brushes, rollers or spray guns.
Determined best methods of application such as brushing, rolling or spraying depending on the type of material being applied.
Protected furniture and fixtures from paint spills with drop cloths and masking tape.
Used putty plaster to repair damages to surfaces.
Inspected finished work for quality assurance purposes.
Prepared walls and other surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, patching and filling holes.
Cleaned up work area after completion of the project, disposing of all waste materials properly.
Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
Owner's Representative
Top Coat Painters Co Owner
Otsego, MN
10.2015 - 04.2018
Oversaw project timelines and coordinated schedules with subcontractors.
Conducted site visits to assess progress and quality of work performed.
Collaborated with clients to define project scope and painting requirements.
Developed budgets for painting projects in alignment with client expectations.
Implemented best practices for safety and compliance on job sites.
Resolved client concerns promptly to maintain positive relationships during projects.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aquinas University
Legaspi Phillipines
04-1987
Skills
Surface preparation
Paint application
Quality inspection
Hazardous materials handling
Blueprint reading
Project management
Customer communication
Problem solving
Safety compliance
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Co owner of painting and decorating .
supervise job site with company most task in field accommodation insure the quality meets according to the plan and owner desire.
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