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Lucas Castell

New York,NY

Summary

Experienced Painter Mechanic and Foreman Painter with over 15 years in the industry, specializing in both leadership and hands-on roles. Proven track record of excellence in restoration, project management, and quality control.

Highly skilled Painter with comprehensive experience in residential and commercial painting. Equipped with mastery of paint application techniques, color mixing, surface preparation, and finishing. Demonstrated ability to lead teams on large-scale projects while ensuring work is completed on time and to client satisfaction. Proven capability of improving efficiency through innovative solutions in previous roles.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Sportscoating Lead Painter/Crew Leader

NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2025 - Current
  • Prepared surfaces for painting, ensuring smooth finishes and optimal paint adhesion.
  • Applied various painting techniques to achieve desired aesthetic outcomes on diverse projects.
  • Led team in selecting appropriate materials and tools for specific restoration tasks, improving project efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented quality control measures to enhance overall craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
  • Acrylic coating application
  • Official line striping (tennis, basketball, pickleball)
  • Surface preparation (cleaning, patching, grinding, leveling)
  • Material mixing and preparation
  • Managed a crew of painters, delegating tasks and overseeing project completion to ensure efficiency and quality.
  • Prepared, coated, and finished athletic court surfaces
  • Completed projects, including resurfacing and color application for tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts.
  • Accurately laid out and striped court boundaries and lines according to official sports regulations

Painter Mechanic / Foreman Painter

Albert Pearlman Inc
07.2008 - Current
  • Managed painting crews to ensure high-quality painting and restoration work was delivered within deadlines
  • Oversaw the preparation, painting, and finishing of various surfaces to meet company standards and client expectations
  • Trained and supervised new team members, improving overall efficiency and adherence to safety standards
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and provide suitable solutions to complex challenges
  • Coordinated logistics for paint deliveries and maintained inventory, ensuring that all necessary materials were available to complete projects on time
  • Introduced a new safety training program that reduced workplace incidents by 25% and improved team awareness of proper equipment handling

Painter

Restoration Specialty
07.2006 - 06.2008
  • Worked on restoration projects requiring specialized painting techniques and attention to detail
  • Prepared and painted surfaces, ensuring quality finish while following established company protocols
  • Assisted senior team members in completing projects on time and meeting client specifications
  • Assisted in implementing advanced painting techniques, leading to enhanced surface finishing and increased customer satisfaction
  • Played a key role in revitalizing historic properties by accurately matching paint colors and finishes to the original style, preserving architectural authenticity
  • Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
  • Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
  • Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
  • Performed minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.
  • Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
  • Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
  • Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
  • Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
  • Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
  • Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
  • Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
  • Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
  • Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.

Education

Trade -

IUPAT D.C 9 Painters & Allied Trades
New York

High School Diploma -

Matawan Regional High School
Matawan, NJ

Skills

  • Industrial and residential painting
  • Team leadership
  • Project planning
  • Surface preparation and repair
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Problem solving
  • Client communication
  • Budget management
  • Restoration techniques
  • Quality control
  • Equipment maintenance and management
  • Wall repair techniques
  • Caulking and crack filling
  • Commercial painting
  • Creative thinking
  • Painting restoration strategies
  • Strong work ethic

Timeline

Sportscoating Lead Painter/Crew Leader

NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2025 - Current

Painter Mechanic / Foreman Painter

Albert Pearlman Inc
07.2008 - Current

Painter

Restoration Specialty
07.2006 - 06.2008

Trade -

IUPAT D.C 9 Painters & Allied Trades

High School Diploma -

Matawan Regional High School

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