R Michael West
Boise,ID
Summary
Seasoned, experienced painter for 20+ years. Dependable, personable and detail-oriented Residential Painter skilled at performing exceptional house painting work, while minimizing disruption to customers' living spaces. I have some work experience with commercial jobs. Efficient at applying multiple types of finishes: oils, stains, varnishes, primers and finish paints. Committed to completing each and every paint job to customer's satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Blue Ribbon Painting
Boise, ID
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects;.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering or fading
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms;.
- Performed minor repairs such as caulking windowsills before painting them ;.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during preparation of walls ;.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints ;.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
Painter Supervisor
Bowes Company
McCall, ID
03.2000 - 10.2021
- Supervised a team of painters to ensure job completion within the specified time frame.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback on areas for improvement.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times when painting was in progress.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on tools used by the painters to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted with recruitment activities such as interviewing potential candidates, conducting background checks.
- Developed strategies to minimize waste generated during painting projects.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements in order to increase productivity and efficiency.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Painter
McConnor Painting
McCall, ID
04.1995 - 09.2000
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture;.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects;.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering or fading;.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings;.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting;.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones;.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms;.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications ;.
- Performed minor repairs such as caulking windowsills before painting them ;.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during preparation of walls ;.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints ;.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westmoor High School
Daly City, CA06-1977
Skills
- Wall repair
- Tool cleaning
- Paint mixing
- Respirator operation
- Power and hand tools
- Exceptional time management
- Color mixing
- Painting equipment operation
- Brushing and rolling paint
- Drywall and trim specialist
- Repairing wall surfaces
- Sprayer use
- Wall texturing
- Paint viscosity
- Wall and surface repair
- Safety awareness
- Blast and paint equipment servicing
- Hand and power tools
- Touch-up painting
- Paint applications
- Dependable
- Spray painting
- Respirator use
Timeline
Painter
Blue Ribbon Painting
05.2024 - 10.2024
Painter Supervisor
Bowes Company
03.2000 - 10.2021
Painter
McConnor Painting
04.1995 - 09.2000
High School Diploma -
Westmoor High School