Chris Kinlyside
Gold Coast ,QLD
Summary
Creative Painter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in color mixing, surface preparation, and aesthetic design application. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes with consistent client satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trades Painter
Leisuretex property maintenance
Brisbane , Queensland
10.2023 - Current
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
Concrete Construction Laborer
Rhinos concreting
Gold Coast , Queensland
05.2009 - 02.2019
- Used laser levels or transit levels to ensure accuracy when setting forms for pours.
- Transported heavy objects around the work area with wheelbarrows or dollies.
- Ensured proper placement of expansion joints between sections of newly poured slab floors.
- Assisted in the installation of formwork for pouring concrete.
- Performed routine maintenance on all equipment used during each shift.
- Monitored weather conditions throughout the day in order to adjust working schedule accordingly.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks to job site.
- Inspected completed work for any defects or flaws that need correcting before finalizing project.
- Applied protective sealants over newly poured concrete surfaces after curing period was complete.
- Utilized a range of hand tools such as rakes, hoes and shovels in order to spread concrete mix evenly.
- Checked grade stakes and string lines during layout process before pouring concrete.
- Measured ingredients accurately according to specified proportions when mixing cement.
Trades Assistant
Hume civil construct
Canberra , Act
01.2002 - 08.2008
- Maintained records of stock levels and kept accurate inventory records of all items used or consumed during production processes.
- Tested completed installations for functionality before handing over projects to clients.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes prior to dispatch.
- Transported materials from storage areas to work sites as required.
- Operated hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders, sanders to assist tradespeople with their tasks.
- Assisted tradespeople in the assembly of components, tools and machinery.
- Measured and cut materials accurately using measuring instruments such as tape measures and calipers.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with materials needed for jobsite activities.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, tools and equipment to ensure safety standards were met.
- Performed basic maintenance on equipment used in the workshop.
- Mixed compounds according to specified ratios using mixing machines.
- Followed instructions given by qualified tradespeople regarding safety protocols and procedures when working onsite or in the workshop.
- Organised materials and supplies ready for use by tradespeople.
- Reported any damage or defects found on site to supervisors immediately.
- Kept supplies and spare parts organized for upcoming projects and daily use.
- Ensured that all tools were stored safely after use or at the end of each shift.
- Supported facility maintenance team with basic and semi-skilled building repair work.
- Drove company vehicles to transport tools, equipment and supplies to and from work sites.
- Read and interpreted equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Drove and utilized company vehicle to transport tools, materials, equipment and supplies to work sites.
- Completed work according to project specifications by accurately reading work orders and blueprints.
- Gathered materials and supplies needed for each job.
- Digged holes for fence posts using an auger bit attached to the end of a boom arm on the excavator machine.
- Backfilled trenches after installation of utility lines was complete using an excavator bucket attachment.
- Loaded truck beds with excess soil and debris from excavation sites.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings, and foundations for structures and utility lines.
- Performed daily maintenance on excavator such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts, and replacing worn or damaged components.
- Cleaned out drainage ditches by scooping out mud and debris with a backhoe bucket attachment.
Apprentice Painter and Decorator
Canberra painting services
CANBERRA, Act
01.1997 - 07.2001
- Cut in lines along edges of walls using brushes or rollers.
- Attended training sessions regularly in order to stay current on industry trends.
- Transported tools and equipment to job sites.
- Repaired damaged surfaces prior to applying paint or finish.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure it was in safe operating condition.
- Used ladders safely while working at heights as required on the job site.
- Applied coats of primer or sealer to prepare surfaces for painting.
- Maintained a clean work environment by cleaning up spills and debris promptly.
- Read blueprints accurately in order to understand how to complete projects correctly.
- Provided assistance during preparation activities before painting began.
- Applied decorative finishes such as glazes, stains and lacquers when needed.
- Mixed and prepared paint according to instructions and specifications.
- Performed minor carpentry repairs such as replacing drywall sections or trim boards.
- Selected appropriate types of paints and finishes for different surfaces and conditions.
- Assisted with sanding, scraping, filling, taping, patching and priming walls.
- Cleaned up job sites after completing projects.
- Scraped loose paint from surfaces using scrapers or wire brushes.
- Sprayed walls with airless spray guns to apply paint evenly.
- Measured surfaces accurately to estimate material needs for each project.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Southern Queensland
Ipswich, QLDSkills
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Venetian finishes
- Color Matching
- Surface Preparation
- Respirator operation
- Finishing Techniques
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Paint mixing
- Quality Assurance
- Hand and power tools
- Excellent Communication
- Team Player
- Safety awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Paint viscosity
- Commercial Painting
- Computer literate
- Power and hand tools
- Punctual and Dependable
- Industrial and commercial painting experience
- Self-Directed and Motivated
Certification
- Working at heights
- Working in confined spaces
- Certificate 2 resource and infrastructure
- Certificate 2 in construction
- Certificate 3 in kitchen cookery and food hospitality
- Certificate 2 in tyre fitting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trades Painter
Leisuretex property maintenance
10.2023 - Current
Concrete Construction Laborer
Rhinos concreting
05.2009 - 02.2019
Trades Assistant
Hume civil construct
01.2002 - 08.2008
Apprentice Painter and Decorator
Canberra painting services
01.1997 - 07.2001
Some College (No Degree) -
University of Southern Queensland
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