Steven Fleet

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Skilled painter and refinishing professional with 20 years experience and a strong background in restoring and enhancing surfaces. Adept at using various tools and techniques to achieve high-quality finishes and painting solutions. Focused on teamwork and delivering results, adapting efficiently to changing project needs. Known for reliability, precision, and craftsmanship.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Wood Refinisher and Historic Restoration

Andrew Gray Studio

04.2024 - Current

To restore interior/exterior woodwork on historic properties, used strippers to remove old coatings, and used proper protective equipment and disposal protocols
Used Abatron techniques to restore and fill damaged/rotted wood areas
Produced smooth finishes by removing imperfections before and after applying coats.
Covered/masked off/protected all surrounding interior work areas
Applied stains and varnishes, ensuring consistent color matching with design requirements
Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and maintain production schedules
Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability of materials for ongoing projects
Disassembled items to prepare for finishing using hand tools.
Maintained a safe and efficient work environment by adhering to industry safety standards and best practices.
Performed thorough inspections of finished products, guaranteeing high-quality workmanship on all projects.

Painter/Owner

Steven Fleet Painting

06.2006 - Current

Managed and coordinated painting projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and timeliness.
Trained and delegated tasks to small team when needed to achieve steady workflow.
Collaborated with clients to assess needs and provide expert recommendations for color selection and finishes.
Implemented best practices for surface preparation, resulting in improved adhesion and durability of finishes.
Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
Repaired damaged stucco and drywall.
Repaired/restored damaged wood using Abatron
Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Developed customized paint solutions based on client specifications to meet diverse project requirements.
Oversaw inventory management for paints and materials, optimizing supply chain efficiency and reducing waste.
Created customized paint solutions and budgets for clients, and adhered to said budgets and timelines.

Painter

UCLA

05.2023 - 09.2023

Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure optimal adhesion.
Applied various paint finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment with precision and attention to detail.
Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines while maintaining high quality standards in all work.
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.
Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
Worked as member of a large team, to coordinate and work together under tight deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Semiotics/Business

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ

Skills

All paint application methods: brush, roll, spray
Proficiency with all forms and phases of preparation
Client interaction and customer service skills
Budget and timeline creation
Managing small teams
Delegating tasks to achieve steady workflow
Problem-solving capacity
Wood refinishing
Chemical stripping methods

Stain application expertise
Wood restoration/repair
Antique restoration experience
Surface preparation expertise
Safety protocol adherence
Hand sanding mastery
Deadline oriented
Power tools and hand tools profiency

Languages

English

Spanish

Limited Working

French