Painter in Lithonia, Georgia

Chris Washington 40four-5... OBJECTIVE Seeking painting and general construction opportunities, from potential clients for residential and commercial properties. To utilize my acquired exterior and interior painting experience to exceed customers expectations. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS • 17 years of experience as a painter as well as in general construction • Highly skilled in preparing surfaces by scraping, wire brushing, or sanding to a smooth finish • Profound ability to choose and mix paints and stains to reach desired color and appearance • Able to calculate the area to be painted and the quantity of paint required • Demonstrated ability to make out different paints in accordance to value for money and quality • Proficient in maintaining inventory associated with paint jobs • Proficient in adhering to safety precautions associated with using paints and thinners and physical locations • Skilled at installing all type of laminate flooring. • Expert at installing Engineered wood glue-down or floating method. • Skilled at drywall installation and repair. EXPERIENCE May 2005 -- Present Creation Builders Company VP • Cover floors and furnishings with drop-cloths and tarps to keep surfaces clean • Fill holes and cracks in the ceilings and walls with caulk, putty, and other compounds • Stain decks • Replace siding and damage wood • Experience pressure washing • Apply paint or other finishes by means of hand brushes, rollers and sprayers • Organize and execute all activities included in purchasing paints and other supplies and equipment • Develop painting schedules • Put up scaffolding and set up ladders • Handle paint job related inventory • Handle preventive maintenance and repairing of equipment EDUCATION High School Diploma -- 2000 BS Alabama State - 2008 SPECIAL SKILLS • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Good customer care skills • Ability to follow schedules and meet deadlines • Capability of working independently • Good physical health • Results driven