Overview
Work History
Education
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Tarrie McBride

customer service
West Jordan,UT

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Military Policeman

US Army
  • I was drafted out of college into the US Army and they selected me to be a Military Policeman in Corrections. I was top of my class and quickly made E-5 (sergeant) I was stationed at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, where I worked with the maximum security prisoners for the Army and Air Force. The USDB, as it was called, incarcerated approximately 1000 to 1500 prisoners who’s crimes were anything from Drugs to Murder. I worked almost every wing and every duty as a guard. When I was promoted to E-5 status, I was made in charge of the prison wing at Munson Army Hospital. I received an honorable discharge. I returned to college and graduated from California State University at Northridge with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

Instructor of Adult Education — Commercial Painting Instructor

North County Correctional Facility
01.2010 - Current
  • I have been working as an Instructor of Commercial Painting here at LA County Jails largest Facility for about ten years (2010 to 2020). I have had great success in teaching the inmates painting and construction skills in the classroom and in the field. The majority of inmates who have taken the course have received construction certificates scoring high in their comprehension tests of trade knowledge. My goal is to have great alternative work for them to learn and use in the outside world. It works!
  • Charter School — LA Works Institute.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
  • Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities.

Company Owner

McBride Painting Company
01.1987 - Current
  • California State Licensed Contractor - 1987 to present. I started in the construction business in 1966 as a high school laborer for my football coaches. They remodeled homes in the summer break. I quickly learned that I wanted to make the money myself, so I did painting and construction on the side while going to school. I got my California State license in 1987, and built McBride Painting Co., Inc.. We are still growing and profitable after 27 years. My son Ryan McBride now runs the company in my stead.
  • Here are just a few of my construction skills and specialties.
  • Estimating cost effective means to paint, protect and beautify my clients homes and structures.
  • Own a commercial painting and decorating company for over 26 years
  • Drywall and plaster installation and repair
  • Water and fire damage repair specialist
  • Familiar with stucco application and multiple types of textures
  • Specialist in wallpaper removal and wall preparation after removal
  • Install and finish many different moldings and casings
  • Do light carpentry and repair
  • Familiar with most coatings and applications
  • Familiar with flooring and installation of ceramic tile, vinyl tile, and laminate floors.
  • Do art mural and faux finishing for my high end clients

Painting Contractor & Teacher of Painting Business

Los Angeles County Jail
01.2010 - 03.2020
  • Developed lasting relationships with clients through exceptional communication and responsiveness, leading to repeat business opportunities.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting services on time and within budget.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials, resulting in zero workplace accidents.
  • Increased team efficiency by implementing streamlined project management strategies for painting projects.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Education

California State University at Northridge

Bachelor of Science - Teacher of Physical Education

Cal State University At Northridge
06-1974

Accomplishments

  • Wrote the initial course outline, syllabus, and student lessons for the Commercial Painting Course offered in all four LA County Jails
  • Two story mural of Venice Italy Canal Scene- on paint shop wall
  • Jail Library’s Marine Mural of sharks. whales, fish and undersea life to include a sunken ship, treasure chest and undersea divers
  • Iwo Jima - life size, color replica, that’s a two story mural in the Veteran’s Dormitory
  • Complete painting of the interior jail corridors, Kitchen, Domiciles, day rooms, doors and bars, guard stations and more on a daily basis.
  • Awarded over 250 graduate Painting Certificates in the past two years.

Hobbies and Interests

billiards, gardening, fishing, traveling, and writing.

Timeline

Painting Contractor & Teacher of Painting Business

Los Angeles County Jail
01.2010 - 03.2020

Instructor of Adult Education — Commercial Painting Instructor

North County Correctional Facility
01.2010 - Current

Company Owner

McBride Painting Company
01.1987 - Current

Military Policeman

US Army

Bachelor’s Degree - Education

California State University at Northridge

Bachelor of Science - Teacher of Physical Education

Cal State University At Northridge
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