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Work History
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Todd Prokop

IA

Summary

Professional painting specialist with consistently high standard of workmanship and focus on achieving results. Proven track record in delivering quality finishes and managing complex projects with efficiency. Valued team player known for flexibility and reliability, adept at problem-solving and adapting to dynamic work environments.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/painter

Todd Prokop Painting
05.2011 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • 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.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
  • Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
  • painted interior, exterior, residential, commercial, parking lot striping

Delivery Driver

7g Distributing
07.2007 - 06.2011
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.

Painter

Prokop Painting
05.1992 - 03.2007
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
  • interior and exterior painting
  • residential and commercial
  • drywall repairs
  • wall papering
  • parking lot striping
  • estimate jobs
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
  • Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
  • Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.

Assistant Painter

Prokop Painting
01.1988 - 01.1992

-assist the full time painters

-mask and unmask

-prep surfaces for painters

  • Participated in on-the-job training and workshops to continually develop skills staying updated with industry trends.

Education

High School Diploma -

LaSalle High School
Cedar Rapids, IA
05-1996

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project estimating
  • Marketing
  • Exterior painting
  • Self-directed and motivated
  • Paint mixing
  • Hand and power tools
  • Touch-up painting
  • Power and hand tools
  • Wall repair
  • Spray painting
  • Customer service
  • Computer literate
  • Brush technique mastery
  • Cost estimation
  • Color mixing
  • Scheduling
  • Drywall and trim specialist
  • Painting equipment operation
  • Repairing wall surfaces
  • Brushing and rolling paint
  • Tool cleaning
  • Dependable
  • Wall texturing
  • Commercial Painting

Timeline

Owner/painter

Todd Prokop Painting
05.2011 - Current

Delivery Driver

7g Distributing
07.2007 - 06.2011

Painter

Prokop Painting
05.1992 - 03.2007

Assistant Painter

Prokop Painting
01.1988 - 01.1992

High School Diploma -

LaSalle High School
Todd Prokop