Michael Harrell
Professional Painter
Stokes,NC
Summary
Results-driven Painter/Contractor with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations. Astute Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Motivated business professional brings more than 30 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Determined Painter with success boosting productivity and streamlining procedures for organizations. Focused on smoothly overseeing financial, personnel and operational facets. Expertly balanced targets with resources and optimized long-term success.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Painting Business
Michael Harrell Painting
Stokes, NC
10.2007 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Input income and expense details into database to track business finances and address variances.
- Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
Painter, Maintenance
Grady-White Boats
Greenville, NC
05.1983 - 09.2006
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets and other equipment.
- Painted lines for parking lot stalls and safety lines on curves in road.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing and priming.
- Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Bid on projects, prepped sites and completed projects in line with customer specifications and requirements.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Operated garbage compactor and separated trash for sanitation pickup.
Maintenance Supervisor
Martin County School District
Williamston, NC
04.1983 - 05.1989
- Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Supervises 21 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Auto Mechanics
Martin Community College
Williamston, NC05.1983
High School Diploma -
Berti High School
Windsor, NC05.1980
Skills
- Integrity and Transparency
- Industry Expertise
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Public Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- On-Time Project Delivery
- Project Commissioning
- Spray Gun Operation
- Construction Administration
- Work Orders
- Finish Removal
- Polishing and Buffing
- Scaffolding Erection
- Process Improvement Initiatives
Timeline
Owner Painting Business
Michael Harrell Painting
10.2007 - Current
Painter, Maintenance
Grady-White Boats
05.1983 - 09.2006
Maintenance Supervisor
Martin County School District
04.1983 - 05.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Auto Mechanics
Martin Community College
High School Diploma -
Berti High School
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