Steven Santiago
PLAINFIELD,NJ
Summary
Dependable Painter experienced in commercial and industrial applications. Delivered high-quality painting services through attention to detail and efficient techniques, successfully renewing aging structures and enhancing new construction. Focused on customer satisfaction by minimizing disruption during projects and providing expert guidance in color selection.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter/Shift Supervisor
Hudson Painting Co., INC
Long Island City, New York
05.2022 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for paint application.
- Applied various paint types using brushes, rollers, and sprayers for optimal coverage.
- Combined paint components to achieve desired colors and finishes and coatings to achieve desired colors and finishes for projects.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during all painting operations and hazardous material handling.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate project timelines and workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper painting techniques and safety practices.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- 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.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
- Mixed and matched paint, stain or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Managed team schedules and delegated tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on painting techniques and equipment usage.
- Conducted quality checks on completed work to maintain high standards.
- Coordinated supply orders and maintained inventory of painting materials.
- Communicated with clients to understand project requirements and expectations.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to promote a positive work environment.
- Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.
- Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all safety and sanitation regulations were met throughout the shift.
- Advised customers on product selection.
- Collaborated with team members to improve performance and implement training updates.
- Identified areas of improvement within the department and implemented necessary changes.
- Monitored security and enforced loss prevention strategies during shift.
- Developed strategies for improving operational efficiency and customer service levels.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner.
Personnel luxury Driver
Luxury Link
Manhattan, New York
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Ensured timely and safe transportation of clients to luxury destinations.
- Managed routing and navigation to enhance travel efficiency and comfort.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction during journeys.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate pick-up and drop-off schedules.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and company policies for safe driving practices.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Maintained cleanliness and upkeep of assigned vehicles for optimal performance.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Reported vehicle maintenance needs promptly to ensure reliability and safety.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
- Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Maintained detailed records of trips, including pick-up and drop-off times, mileage and fares collected.
Education
South Plainfield High School
South Plainfield, NJSkills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Paint mixing
- Texture manipulation
- Wall covering installation
- Caulking and crack filling
- Paint viscosity
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Airbrush techniques
- Color matching
- Basic carpentry
- Safety awareness
- Equipment operation
- Job site inspection
- Hazardous material handling
- Safety compliance
- Safety awareness
- Job site inspection
- Material inventory management
- Project coordination
- Scheduling
- Team training
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Construction professional
- Scaffolding erection
- Printmaking techniques
- Clean driving record
- Effective communication
- Color matching
- Scaffolding erection
- Coating knowledge
Affiliations
- Reading is something, I enjoy on my free time
- Staying focus on my health journey
- Going on my daily runs
- Fishing is my go to sport.
Timeline
Painter/Shift Supervisor
Hudson Painting Co., INC
05.2022 - Current
Personnel luxury Driver
Luxury Link
07.2020 - 08.2022
South Plainfield High School