Steven Overton
Gresham,OR
Summary
Dedicated and focused self starter with a combined total of over 25 years of project management and industrial/ commercial paint application. Excelling at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Flexible, detail-oriented and adaptive team player with expertise in equipment operation, staff training and development, customer service and process improvements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Veenhuizen Painting Specialties
Portland, Oregon
06.2019 - 12.2023
- Coordinated project timelines to ensure timely completion of painting assignments.
- Managed communication between clients and teams for project updates and feedback.
- Oversaw quality control processes to maintain high standards in painting services.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in project management and painting techniques.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
Job forman
Robert Thorner Painting
Troutdale, Oregon
12.2015 - 08.2018
- Supervised painting crews to ensure quality and efficiency on job sites.
- Coordinated daily operations and schedules for multiple painting projects.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and painting techniques.
Aircraft Painter
Commercial Aircraft Painting Service
Portland, Oregon
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Prepared aircraft surfaces for painting by sanding and cleaning effectively.
- Applied primer and paint using spray guns with precision and attention to detail.
- Mixed paint colors to match specifications while ensuring consistency in application.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials in compliance with regulations.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring proper functioning for optimal performance.
- Kept machinery in good working order by completing thorough disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly of sprayers and other power equipment.
- Sanded and sealed completed finishes according to precise specifications.
- Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
- Mixed paint to obtain desired color and texture according to manufacturer specifications.
- Utilized air compressors to clean dust particles out of hard-to-reach areas prior to painting application.
Job site Forman
W.B. Painting
Gresham, Oregon
05.1997 - 12.2005
- Coordinated workflows among workers to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Trained new team members on tools, safety protocols, and job procedures.
- Communicated project updates and concerns with management and team members.
- Resolved onsite conflicts to maintain a positive work environment for staff.
- Identified potential problems early on in order to take corrective action before they became major issues.
Education
Painting
Painters And Papper Hangers Apprenticeship
Portland, Or 07.1998 - 07.2001
SANDY UNION HIGHSCHOOL
Sandy, ORSkills
- Attention to detail
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Aerospace coating application
- Efficient in blueprint reading
Timeline
Project Manager
Veenhuizen Painting Specialties
06.2019 - 12.2023
Job forman
Robert Thorner Painting
12.2015 - 08.2018
Aircraft Painter
Commercial Aircraft Painting Service
01.2011 - 12.2013
Painting
Painters And Papper Hangers Apprenticeship
07.1998 - 07.2001
Job site Forman
W.B. Painting
05.1997 - 12.2005
SANDY UNION HIGHSCHOOL