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Jim Harmsworth

Goldcoast,QLD

Summary

Personable and detail-oriented Residential Painter skilled at performing exceptional house painting work while minimizing disruption to customers' living spaces. Quick and efficient at applying monochrome and faux finishes. Committed to completing each and every paint job to customer's satisfaction. Painting professional skilled in interior and exterior structure painting and refinishing. Specializing in paint jobs. Skilled at both decorative and monochromatic paint techniques. Dependable Painter with 44 years of hands-on experience in commercial and industrial settings. Methodical and self-directed team player well-versed in both interior and exterior applications. Committed to providing superior services at competitive and reasonable cost. Painting professional skilled in interior and exterior structure painting and refinishing. Specializing in repaint and alterations paint jobs. Skilled at both decorative and monochromatic paint techniques.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Painter N Decorator

self employed
Auckland Nz
07.2014 - 12.2022

Painting Contractor

self employed
Hamilton Nz
07.2000 - 12.2012
  • Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
  • Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
  • Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
  • Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
  • Ordered additional supplies when needed in order to complete projects in a timely manner.
  • Repaired drywall or plaster if needed before applying paint or wallpaper treatments.
  • Recommended blending, harmonizing and contrasting color options to customers.

Apprentice Painter N Tradesman

john henderson painters n decorators ltd
Hamilton N Auckland Newzealand
07.1980 - 11.1987
  • Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
  • Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
  • Mixed and prepared paint according to instructions and specifications.
  • Cut in lines along edges of walls using brushes or rollers.
  • Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
  • Assisted with sanding, scraping, filling, taping, patching and priming walls.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by cleaning up spills and debris promptly.
  • Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

3 Yrs Secondary

Fairfield College
Hamilton Newzealand
01-1977

Skills

  • using oil based paints, properly
  • Quality Assurance
  • Commercial Painting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Punctual and Dependable
  • Caulking and Crack Filling
  • Time Management
  • Team Player

Timeline

Painter N Decorator

self employed
07.2014 - 12.2022

Painting Contractor

self employed
07.2000 - 12.2012

Apprentice Painter N Tradesman

john henderson painters n decorators ltd
07.1980 - 11.1987

3 Yrs Secondary

Fairfield College
Jim Harmsworth