Shirley Matthews
Aiken,SC
Summary
Dependable painter with several years of hands-on experience in commercial and industrial settings. Methodical and self-directed team player well-versed in both interior and exterior applications. Committed to providing superior services at competitive and reasonable cost.
Overview
1982
1982
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Painter
Unemployed
Aiken, South Carolina
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, scraping, and sanding for painting projects.
- Mixed paint and other materials to achieve desired color and texture.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment with precision.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Collaborated with team members to complete painting tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate paint types for different surfaces.
- Learned about various painting techniques and finishing methods through observation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure safe working conditions.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and hazardous materials.
Painter Supervisor
Self-employeed
Warrenville, South Carolina
12.2025 - Current
- Managed daily painting operations and ensured project adherence to client specifications.
- Coordinated with clients to discuss project timelines and color selections.
- Trained new painters on safety procedures and proper paint application techniques.
- Maintained inventory of painting supplies and tools for efficient workflow.
- Oversaw quality control by inspecting completed work for consistency and finish.
- Developed schedules for multiple projects to optimize resource allocation.
Education
Shirley Matthews
Warrenville, SCSkills
- Commercial painting
- Artistic collaboration
- Paint viscosity
- Tempera painting
- Wall repair
- Color mixing
- Team collaboration
- Tool cleaning
- Fixtures removal
- Finish application
- Time management
- Color matching
- Painting restoration
- Paint applications
- Project management
- Respirator use
- Cost estimation
- Wood panel painting
- Construction site operations
- Exterior painting
- Attention to detail
- Manufacturer application specifications
- Acrylic painting techniques
- Quality assurance
- Scaffolding erection
- Primer application
- Paint sprayer operation
- Finishing techniques
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Brushing and rolling paint
- Customer needs assessment
- Wallpapering proficiency
- Scheduling
- Ceiling painting
- Punctual and dependable
- Excellent communication
- Roll and brush expertise
- Coating knowledge
- Dependable
- Construction professional
- Sketching and brainstorming
- Wall texturing
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Project plans and reports
- Blueprints analysis
- Problem-solving
- Glazing techniques
- Exceptional time management
- Watercolor painting
- Texture manipulation
- Layering techniques
- Industrial and commercial painting experience
- Brush technique mastery
Timeline
Painter
Unemployed
12.2025 - Current
Painter Supervisor
Self-employeed
12.2025 - Current
Shirley Matthews