Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Amanda Davies

Ashmore,QLD

Summary

I am a young, fit and motivated individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills who is always enthusiastic, confident, productive, reliable and well presented. I am a talented Painter experienced in all aspects of residential and commercial painting, from applying paints, solvents and sealants to performing minor maintenance and repairs. Seeks employment with an established painting company.  I am familiar with a wide range of painting techniques and methods. Excels at helping guide customers when choosing paint colors and accent hues. Strong time and project management skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Painter

Cal Brown Painting and Decorating
Gold Coast, Queensland
05.2017 - 07.2017
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, plaster and caulks to prep uneven surfaces.
  • Mixed and matched paints according to customer specifications.
  • Obtained proper dimensions and finish specifications from blueprints, sketches and verbal instructions.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
  • Polished painted surfaces with sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax and other finishing materials.
  • Protected all surfaces with drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Applied exterior caulking to building joints and seams.
  • Performed flat glass repairs and minor structural repairs to concrete and wood decks, window trim, windows and door casings.
  • Minimized disruption of client space and thoroughly cleaned up after the completion of each job.
  • Taped around windows and fixtures prior to painting walls.
  • Maintained thorough and accurate records of all disposed paint, paint tools and cleaning rags.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms and lobbies.
  • Cleaned and properly stored all paint equipment and supplies at the end of each work day.

Store Manager

Sunglass Hut
Robina, Queensland
08.2014 - 01.2017
  • Reported to the area manager regarding all store and staff issues.
  • Conducted store inventories once a month
  • Assigned employees to specific duties to best meet the needs of the store.
  • Managed staff of 4-7 sales associates.
  • Managed all rosters for staff.
  • Greeted customers entering the store to ascertain what each customer wanted or needed.
  • Earned management trust by serving as key holder, responsibly opening and closing store.
  • Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
  • Contributed to annual store sales of $1.2 million per year.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color to promote visually appealing environment.
  • Designed displays to make the store experience interactive, engaging and reassuring.

Painter

SNB Painting
Gold Coast, Queensland
02.2012 - 02.2014
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, plaster and caulks to prep uneven surfaces.
  • Obtained proper dimensions and finish specifications from blueprints, sketches and verbal instructions.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
  • Polished painted surfaces with sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax and other finishing materials.
  • Protected all surfaces with drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Applied exterior caulking to building joints and seams.
  • Performed flat glass repairs and minor structural repairs to concrete and wood decks, window trim, windows and door casings.
  • Minimized disruption of client space and thoroughly cleaned up after the completion of each job.
  • Taped around windows and fixtures prior to painting walls.
  • Maintained thorough and accurate records of all disposed paint, paint tools and cleaning rags.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms and lobbies.
  • Cleaned and properly stored all paint equipment and supplies at the end of each work day.
  • Cleaned and properly stored all paint equipment and supplies at the end of each work day.

Education

High School Diploma -

Merrimac State High School
Gold Coast
2005

Skills

  • High-end residential work
  • Drywall and trim specialist
  • Construction professional
  • Team player
  • Detail-oriented
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Commercial interior design
  • Start to finish home construction
  • Effective at multi-tasking
  • Good communication skills
  • Hand/power tools
  • Fast learner
  • Power and hand tools
  • Efficient with all painting tools
  • Safety procedures knowledge
  • Works well independently
  • Commercial construction
  • Valid Queensland driver's license
  • Possesses a reliable vehicle
  • Current blue card (construction)

Certification

  • Certificate 3 in Painting and Decorating
  • Certificate 2 in Electrotechnology

References

  • Melissa Daniels, Store Manager Sunglass Hut- 0410 561 679
  • More references available on request

Timeline

Painter

Cal Brown Painting and Decorating
05.2017 - 07.2017

Store Manager

Sunglass Hut
08.2014 - 01.2017

Painter

SNB Painting
02.2012 - 02.2014

High School Diploma -

Merrimac State High School

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