Michael Stevens
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with 26 years of experience in the painting industry at Pederson Painting. Proven expertise in heavy equipment handling and effective time management, consistently delivering high-quality finishes while fostering teamwork and collaboration. Committed to safety and excellence, with a strong focus on client satisfaction and project efficiency.
Diligent Roads Maintenance with knowledge in road maintenance and repair. Demonstrated expertise in surface repairs and traffic control, ensuring safe and efficient roadways.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Road Maintenance Worker ( Temporary)
Pierce County Maintenance Facility
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Maintained roadside vegetation by trimming trees, shrubs, and grasses to ensure clear visibility for motorists.
- Improved road conditions by filling potholes, repairing cracks, and sealing surfaces with appropriate materials.
- Assisted with traffic control during construction projects, promoting the safety of workers and motorists alike.
- Conducted routine equipment checks and performed minor repairs on machinery, ensuring optimal functionality throughout operations.
- Promoted teamwork within the crew by assisting coworkers with tasks such as loading/unloading equipment or providing guidance when necessary.
- Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
- Ensured proper signage installation and maintenance, facilitating clear communication of traffic rules and directions to drivers.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
- Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
- Ground time working along side of heavy equipment such as: small and large grinder, box paver and grader patch.
Journeyman Painter/Foreman
Pederson Painting
01.1998 - 08.2024
- Contributed to successful team collaborations by assisting colleagues in completing large-scale painting jobs on time and within budget.
- Consistently met deadlines for commercial clients through efficient task prioritization and time management skills.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment.
- 20 Years Foreman experience
- Knowledge of all aspects of Commercial and Residential paining.
- Developed customized solutions for unique project requirements while staying within budget constraints.
- Achieved consistent high-quality finishes by applying expert painting techniques and using proper tools.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges during the painting process while still delivering desired results for clients.
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Experience in safety,planning,application of various coatings on various substrates.
- 25 years of experience working out of scissor lifts and ariel boom lifts from 19-125 feet.
- Knowledge of Swing stage set up and use.
- Responsible for keeping employees working while maintaining paint supply and equipment as well as job site meetings.
- Been on countless small to large scale jobs. Banks, churches, restaurants, shopping centers, helicopter hangers,detention centers, state and government jobs to list a few.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Reduced project lead times through effective planning and organization of materials and resources.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Prep,mask,sand, brush and roll, spraying,staining,pressure washing,2-part paint, high performance coatings, latex and oil base, bead blasting,diamond grinding and floor coatings.
- Scissor lift, fork lift, boom lifts of various sizes, swing stage set up and use, scaffolding, walk behind floor scrubber, industrial floor sander, diamond grinder, HVLP, and pressure pot knowledge.
- Work with most coatings and situations, set up and repair of spray equipment, pre-task planning, safety. all tools and equipment associated with the trade.
- Able to read blue prints and under stand the scope of work.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rodgers High School
Puyallup, WA06-1995
Skills
- Work zone safety
- Experienced in heavy equipment handling
- Proficient in hand tools
- Certified in CPR and first aid, valid until April 2026
- Flagger certification #56A3B from ATSSA
- Safe hazardous material management
- Traffic management
- Asphalt installation
- Grading techniques
- Masking
- Sanding
- Taping
- Landscaping maintenance
- Crack sealing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Safe machinery operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Strong communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Consistent reliability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professionalism
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Analytical skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment inspection
Certification
Flaggers Certification:
Issued April 2025 Expires April 2028
#56A3B
Issued by: ATSSA
CPR & First Aid:
Issued April 2025 Expires April 2026
#A41425
Issued by: CPR & First Aid Company
Timeline
Road Maintenance Worker ( Temporary)
Pierce County Maintenance Facility
04.2025 - 09.2025
Journeyman Painter/Foreman
Pederson Painting
01.1998 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Rodgers High School
Personal References
1. Frank Roberts
Puyallup, WA
(253)381-1683
Frankro@comcast.net
2. Scott Bartelson
(253) 677-4715
Aiden1704@gmail.com