Tranell Adams
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Results-driven Foreman with extensive expertise in supervising painting projects, leading teams to deliver complex assignments on time and within quality standards. Proven ability to manage all aspects of painting operations, from surface preparation to paint application, while upholding stringent safety protocols. Committed to fostering team collaboration and mentoring junior painters to ensure high-quality outcomes and continuous skill improvement. Highly adaptable to evolving project demands, consistently achieving reliable performance and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Painter
W.E. Given
Portland, OR
02.2026 - Current
- Oversaw painting projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior painters in techniques and best practices.
- Managed workflow schedules, optimizing efficiency and resource allocation.
- Conducted inspections to assess surface preparation and finish quality.
Journeyman Painter
Diverse Works
Vancouver, WA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Applied high-quality finishes to commercial and residential structures using various painting techniques.
- Executed surface preparation, including sanding, scraping, and priming for optimal paint adhesion.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion while maintaining quality standards.
- Mentored junior painters on best practices in safety and efficiency, fostering skill development within the team.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance, ensuring adherence to client specifications and industry standards.
- Resolved on-site issues by adapting strategies to meet evolving project demands and timelines.
- Implemented inventory management practices for paint supplies, reducing waste and improving resource allocation.
- Trained staff on proper tool usage and maintenance, enhancing overall safety and performance on job sites.
- Improved safety standards by following OSHA guidelines and utilizing personal protective equipment during all tasks.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering timely completion of projects, maintaining a clean workspace, and providing professional communication.
- Adapted quickly to various painting environments, such as interior/exterior surfaces or challenging weather conditions, ensuring optimal results at all times.
- Collaborated closely with other trades professionals on construction sites to ensure seamless project execution without delays or conflicts.
- Increased efficiency with advanced surface preparation skills, including sanding, caulking, and masking.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges during the painting process while still delivering desired results for clients.
- Maintained exceptional attention to detail for intricate designs or patterns, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Reduced project lead times through effective planning and organization of materials and resources.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Contributed to successful team collaborations by assisting colleagues in completing large-scale painting jobs on time and within budget.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
Journeyman Painter
Oregon Commercial Painters
Vancouver, WA
10.2015 - 05.2024
- Prepares, primes, sands, seals, patches and paints furniture, surfaces, buildings, and fixtures.
- Operates, cleans and maintain all painting equipment, including brush, roll, sprayers and electrostatic sprayers, pumps, etc. Safely stores and labels all materials
- Offers assistance and advice on material, designs, and color
- Read and understands blueprints
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices and operational procedures.
- Led field operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Managed resource allocation, optimizing team performance across multiple sites.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between field teams and office personnel.
- Identified potential bottlenecks in project timelines and devised solutions to keep work on schedule.
- Managed a team of field technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and customer satisfaction.
- Fostered a positive work environment for all staff members by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication at all times.
- Mentored junior field managers, providing guidance on best practices and sharing valuable industry knowledge.
- Resolved issues that arose during projects swiftly, mitigating any potential delays or cost overruns associated with these problems.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality results and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Education
Diploma -
Lincoln High School
San Diego, CA06-2003
Skills
- Team leadership skills
- Spray painting
- Brush and roller techniques
- Safety practices
- Documentation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Strong leadership
- Commercial painting
- Residential painting
- Planning projects
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependable and hardworking
Certification
OSHA 30
CPR/FIRST AID
HAZ/COM
BOOM/SCISSOR LIFT
FALL PROTECTION
CONFINED SPACE
LEAD AWARENESS
Timeline
Foreman Painter
W.E. Given
02.2026 - Current
Journeyman Painter
Diverse Works
01.2025 - 01.2026
Journeyman Painter
Oregon Commercial Painters
10.2015 - 05.2024
Diploma -
Lincoln High School