Steve Ziesing
Greenacres,Washington
Summary
Experienced and dependable worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Skilled painter with background in construction and maintenance. Has experience in both interior and exterior painting projects, surface preparation, and finishing techniques. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Painter
Wheat's Painting
Spokane, WA
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Conducted regular inspections on equipment used for painting, ensuring it is properly functioning at all times.
- Applied primer, paint, varnish and other finishes to walls, ceilings, furniture and fixtures.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors.
- Filled cracks, holes and joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Prepped homes for paint. (Masking)
- Selected appropriate tools such as brushes, rollers and spray guns based on the type of job.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with positive customer feedback.
Pipe Layer
On Grade Excavation & Utilities
Seattle, WA
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Directed equipment operators by using effective hand signals to alert them of hazards.
- Ensured proper alignment of pipes by shimming or packing material around them.
- Connected pipes with fittings such as elbows, tees, couplings, valves and clamps.
- Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
- Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
- Performed backfilling operations after completing piping installations.
- Used measuring instruments like levels and laser devices for accurate positioning of pipes.
- Assembled prefabricated parts such as chambers, manholes and catch basins.
- Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
- Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
Lead Painter (Carpentry and Landscaping)
Sequence Contracting
Spokane, WA
04.2018 - 05.2021
- Applied primer, paint, varnish and other finishes to walls, ceilings, furniture and fixtures.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Assigned tasks to subordinate painters and monitored their work progress.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand and power tools.
- Assisted in tree planting and landscaping projects to enhance outdoor spaces.
- Added new landscaping plants and grass seed.
- Removed debris from yards prior to commencement of landscaping projects.
- Operated landscaping machinery such as mowers, edgers, blowers, and trimmers.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Self Management
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Lead Painter
Wheat's Painting
07.2022 - 12.2024
Pipe Layer
On Grade Excavation & Utilities
06.2021 - 05.2022
Lead Painter (Carpentry and Landscaping)
Sequence Contracting
04.2018 - 05.2021