Michael Highland
Thomson,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Painter Plant Vogtle 3&4
Day & Zimmerman
Waynesboro, GA
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided direction to employees regarding job assignments and scheduling of personnel hours.
- Applied paints using brushes, rollers or spray guns to interior and exterior walls, ceilings, doors and other surfaces.
- Oversaw the preparation of surfaces for painting, including sanding, patching, caulking and masking off areas to be painted.
Coating QC
International Quality Consultant
Butler, PA
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Minimized risk of malfunctions through rigorous quality control measures applied during routine equipment inspections.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring deliverables met or exceeded client expectations while adhering to budget constraints.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure quality control and compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Implemented robust quality control measures, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Painter
Palasaids Nuclear Power Plant
Southhaven, MS
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Applied protective coatings and finishes to various surfaces, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to assess project requirements and develop effective painting strategies.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Inspected surfaces for defects, preparing areas for painting by sanding, scraping, and cleaning as needed.
Paint Shop Supervisor/ Plant Vogtle 3 &4
F.D. Thomas / Williams/ CB&I
Waynesboro, Ga.
03.2014 - 03.2024
- Supervised a team of 10 painters on daily operations and assigned tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained staff on proper painting procedures, safety protocols, and use of specialized tools or machinery.
- Reviewed incoming orders from customers to ensure accuracy in terms of product specifications.
Paint Shop Forman Turkey Point Fl.
Williams Plant Svc's
Florida City, FL
03.2011 - 12.2013
- Operated all types of airless, HVLP, conventional spray guns, pressure pots and other related equipment.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for painting.Sp1 thur SP10. Level 1 coatings.
- Adhered strictly to environmental regulations while disposing of hazardous waste from the paint shop area.
Industrial Painter/ Savannah River Site
Bechtel
Aiken, SC
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Prepared surfaces for painting, including sanding and cleaning.
- Operated power tools such as spray guns and pressure washers.
- Inspected painted surfaces after completion to ensure quality standards were met.
- Applied primer coats to ensure proper adhesion of paint.
Education
QC Inspector Level 1 Coatings - Application And Coatings Inspector
NACE QC Level 1
Houston, TX02-2011
Honorable Discharged - Combat Eng.
Ga Army National Guard
878th Eng. BN.11-2008
High School Diploma -
Glen Hills High
Augusta, GA06-1979
Skills
- Inspection skills
- Mixing paints
- Color Matching
- Surface Preparation
- Team leadership skills
- Sprayer expertise
- Quality control skills
Timeline
Coating QC
International Quality Consultant
04.2026 - 05.2026
Painter
Palasaids Nuclear Power Plant
12.2025 - 04.2026
Foreman Painter Plant Vogtle 3&4
Day & Zimmerman
04.2024 - 12.2024
Paint Shop Supervisor/ Plant Vogtle 3 &4
F.D. Thomas / Williams/ CB&I
03.2014 - 03.2024
Paint Shop Forman Turkey Point Fl.
Williams Plant Svc's
03.2011 - 12.2013
Industrial Painter/ Savannah River Site
Bechtel
01.2009 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Glen Hills High
Honorable Discharged - Combat Eng.
Ga Army National Guard
QC Inspector Level 1 Coatings - Application And Coatings Inspector
NACE QC Level 1