Nathan Wessel
Union City
Summary
Dynamic painter with extensive experience at Wessel Painting, recognized for delivering high-quality finishes and exceptional customer satisfaction. Proficient in paint sprayer operation and surface preparation, I excel in optimizing workflows and mentoring junior staff, contributing to increased project efficiency and client referrals. Committed to excellence and safety in every project.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Wessel Painting
Union City, MI
01.2015 - Current
- Led residential and commercial painting projects, ensuring high-quality finishes and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior painters in techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Developed efficient workflows to optimize project timelines and resource utilization.
- Collaborated with clients to determine color schemes and materials for custom painting solutions.
- Conducted thorough surface preparation, including sanding, priming, and caulking for optimal paint adhesion.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
Painter
Earl Scheib Paint Body Roan Auto Paint
Las Vegas, NV
06.2010 - 01.2015
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Operated spray guns and other painting equipment efficiently to apply coatings uniformly.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Performed regular inspections of completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded consistently throughout the project duration.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
Painter
Wessel Signs
Las Vegas, NV
03.2000 - 06.2010
- Upheld company reputation for excellence through diligent adherence to established quality standards throughout each painting project.
- Expertly executed surface preparation tasks such as sanding, scraping, and priming before applying paint for long-lasting results.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate estimates for potential clients, contributing to increased revenue generation.
- Expanded clientele base through positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Las Vegas, NV06-2001
Skills
- Paint sprayer operation
- Paint mixing
- Surface preparation
- Primer application
- Finishing techniques
Timeline
Painter
Wessel Painting
01.2015 - Current
Painter
Earl Scheib Paint Body Roan Auto Paint
06.2010 - 01.2015
Painter
Wessel Signs
03.2000 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School