William Cochran-Cline
Vision Painting
Tahlequah,OK
28
years of professional experience
Lead Painter experienced in crew supervision and surface preparation. Achieved high-quality interior and exterior finishes through strong leadership, safety awareness, and efficient workflow coordination. Focused on delivering dependable jobsite results and training crews to meet project standards.
Work History
Lead Painter
4 Years 1 Month- Supervised painting crews to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to schedule across job sites.
- Prepared surfaces by scraping, sanding, patching, and caulking for even coating results.
- Helped supervise painting crews to keep quality, safety, and schedule on track across job sites.
- Reviewed completed work, corrected defects, and ensured alignment with client expectations and specifications.
- Coordinated material staging, tool readiness, and work sequencing to enhance daily production efficiency.
- Coordinated material staging, tool readiness, and work sequencing to support efficient daily production.
Tile Setter Helper
5 Months- Measured and cut tile using hand and power tools to match precise project dimensions.
- Mixed mortar, thinset, and grout to required specifications for dependable application quality.
- Assisted tile setters with surface preparation, layout, and material handling for consistent installation work.
- Cleaned surfaces, removed debris, and prepped substrates to ensure proper tile adhesion.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported tile materials safely to maintain steady crew productivity.
- Organized tools, supplies, and work areas to support efficient jobsite workflow.
Painter
9 Months- Applied paint, stain, and coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment with consistent coverage.
- Prepared interior and exterior surfaces through scraping, sanding, patching, and priming for durable finishes.
- Inspected surfaces for defects, corrected imperfections, and maintained quality standards throughout finishing work.
- Mixed custom colors and matched existing finishes to support accurate restoration and customer specifications.
- Repaired drywall, caulking, and minor surface damage before coating application to improve finish results.
- Protected furniture, floors, fixtures, and adjacent surfaces using masking, drop cloths, and containment methods.
Painter
11 Months- Coordinated worksite setup, material staging, and cleanup to keep projects organized and efficient.
- 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.
- Trained crew members on safe ladder use, surface preparation, and proper coating application techniques.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
Lead Painter
1 Year 5 Months- Applied interior and exterior coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers with precise finish standards.
- Inspected completed work to correct defects and ensure client expectations and specifications were met.
- Mixed paints and matched colors accurately to maintain consistency across rooms and project phases.
- Prepared surfaces through scraping, sanding, patching, and caulking for consistent coating results.
Painter
8 Months- 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.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
Painter Supervisor
11 Years- Supervised painting crews to maintain quality, safety, and production standards.
- Scheduled daily workloads and assigned tasks based on project priorities and skill levels.
- Trained painters on surface preparation, coating application, and jobsite safety procedures.
- Inspected completed work to verify finish consistency, coverage, and customer specifications.
- Coordinated material orders, equipment availability, and jobsite readiness for efficient workflow.
- Resolved on-site issues to keep projects on schedule and minimize rework.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
- Dean's List [Semester and Year]
Associate of Science - General Studies
Skills
Surface Preparation Techniques
Sprayer Operation Techniques
Interior Trim Installation
Exterior painting
Crew oversight
Interior painting
Airless spraying
Exterior Trim Installation
Drywall installation
Timeline
Lead Painter
Vision Painting
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
Tile Setter Helper
BVB Tile
03.2020 - 08.2020Read More
Painter
Mid-south Painting
03.2014 - 12.2014Read More
Painter
Cox Painting
04.2013 - 03.2014Read More
Lead Painter
Basham Construction
11.2011 - 04.2013Read More
Painter
World Wide Restoration
03.2011 - 11.2011Read More
Painter Supervisor
Cline Painting
01.1999 - 01.2010Read More
North Eastern University
No Degree from Elementary Education
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Connors State College
Associate of Science from General Studies
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