Anthony Vaiopoulos
Altona North,VIC
Summary
Experienced Painter with 18 years applying paint and other finishes to houses. Sanded, filled and cleaned surfaces before priming and painting, incorporating custom designs and techniques to client request. Dedicated to excellence in providing picture-perfect finishes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting Contractor
Self employed
Altona North, Victoria
01.2016 - Current
- Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint exterior surfaces.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Set up scaffolding and ladders to access elevated surfaces safely, following OSHA and company guidelines for proper equipment usage.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces for finish coats.
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Primed and sealed unfinished wood, plastic and metal surfaces to prepare for additional coats of paint and other finishing substances.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
- Cleaned and protected interior and exterior surfaces with oils and mildew remover.
- Scheduled and coordinated appointments and assisted customers in selecting and matching colors.
- Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.
Apprentice Painter
D'Andrea Painting and decorating
Tarneit, Victoria
03.2005 - 06.2008
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Emmanuel College - St. Paul's Campus
Altona North, VICSkills
- Materials Calculation
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Clear Communication
- Problem Solving
- Spray Gun Operation
- Wood Staining
- Joint Caulking
- Surface Preparation
Languages
Greek
Full Professional
Websites
References
Referee 1
Joe D'Andrea 0414 950 433
Referee 2
Kevin Abdou 0400 888 415
Timeline
Painting Contractor
Self employed
01.2016 - Current
Apprentice Painter
D'Andrea Painting and decorating
03.2005 - 06.2008
Some College (No Degree) -
Emmanuel College - St. Paul's Campus