Ryan Poulin
Sabattus,ME
Summary
Professional painting contractor with over 20 years of experience, including supervisory roles at Rodrigue & Sons Painting. Expert in airless and HVLP spraying, with a strong focus on attention to detail and project estimating. Recognized for quality craftsmanship and reliability, and the ability to adapt to changing project demands as well as deadlines. Knowledge of industry standards and a strong understanding of client needs, leading to consistent project success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting Contractor
Self Employed Services
08.2017 - Current
- Estimated and managed painting projects start to finish, ensuring enhanced quality and satisfied clients.
- Developed lasting relationships with clients through exceptional communication and responsiveness, leading to repeat business customers more times than not.
- Greatly focused on zero callbacks and rework by consistently applying industry best materials and on surface prep prior to paint application.
- Always focused on attention to detail from prep to finish paint.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and integrity by promptly addressing any concerns or issues raised by clients and going about addressing them to whats best and most efficient.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate colors, textures, and finishes in hopes to meet clients specific design preferences and best matching, as well as up-to-date colors.
- Applied paint using brushes, sprayers, and rollers. Seldom but have done sponge painting.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths or cardboard paper before and during job progress.
- Estimated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint almost any surface.
- Own and used ladders from 2'-40', scaffolds and staging, as well as ladder picks/planks.
- Repair drywall where necessary prior to paint, and sometimes new drywall jobs start to finish/paint.
- Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
- Removed wallpaper and skimmed/sand/prime.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work and longest lifespan on equipment.
- Worked holidays and weekends to accommodate different project needs and/or requirements.
Paint Technician
Bath Iron Works
05.2014 - 08.2017
- Perfected surface prep, including sanding and grinding with air tools for the best lifespan of paint adhesion.
- Manned spray-painting equipment to apply finishes on naval vessels.
- Trained new technicians on proper paint application techniques and safety measures/requirements.
- Collaborated with quality control teams to assess finish quality and resolve issues promptly.
- Adhered to the U.S Navy's regulations by properly disposing of hazardous materials and maintaining ventilation equipment.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors on job progress and addressing any concerns promptly, and voicing questions when necessary.
- Developed expertise in multiple paint systems, increasing versatility as a technician and expanding service offerings for clients.
- Reduced material waste with efficient paint application methods.
- Communicated closely with other departments such as ship fitters and welders for seamless project completions.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
- Worked with fellow employees to complete multiple job sheets each day, on time and within Navy requirements.
- Performed inspections of completed work, ensuring consistency in appearance and meeting the Navy's expectations.
- Maintained a clean workspace, with focus on safety and efficiency in the paint booth.
Painter Supervisor
Rodrigue & Sons Painting
03.2008 - 12.2013
- Operated painting jobs from start to finish.
- Apply paint, stains, varnishes with brushes and rollers, and many years of airless and hvlp painting. (Residential and commercial.)
- Patch or often repair drywall, sand, prime.
- Experience in many surfaces from preparation to finish paint.
- Reading and often resorting to blueprints for correct color applications, and accurate location of colors.
- High focus on attention to detail, always.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources, supervising as well as operating multiple jobsites at a time.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, reallocating resources as needed to maintain progress towards job completion.
- Supervised training of new construction and commercial painting jobs, start to finish.
- Trained new employees in proper methods of equipment operation and cleanup/ upkeep.
- Oversaw daily operations, often at multiple sites each day.
- Monitored job progress and work performance of employees and other contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Participated actively in company, and O.S.H.A meetings to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in painting and jobsite safety.
- Inspected paint equipment like sprayers and staging, ladders etc for safety, and prolonged life of such.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management and/or jobsite foremen.
- Filled out reports on injuries and near-miss incidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oak Hill High School
Wales, Me06.2008
Skills
- 20 years' experience in the paint industry, residential, commercial, and union
- Brush and roller, as well as airless and HVLP spraying skills
- Construction site management and operations
- OSHA compliant
- Drywall repair
- Surface prep experience from drywall to steel
- Pressure washing
- Some experience in carpentry and finish carpentry
- Project estimating & blueprints analysis
- Hand and power tool experience and knowledge
- Strong attention to detail
- Self-directed and motivated
- Willing to learn
- Punctual and dependable
- Reliable transportation and clean driving record
Timeline
Painting Contractor
Self Employed Services
08.2017 - Current
Paint Technician
Bath Iron Works
05.2014 - 08.2017
Painter Supervisor
Rodrigue & Sons Painting
03.2008 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Oak Hill High School