Peter Sullivan
Barnsley,NSW
Summary
With a proven track record at Sage Painting, I excel in delivering high-quality painting and decorating services. Expert in paint mixing and color matching, I enhance spaces with precision and creativity. Recognized for exceptional scheduling and project management skills, I consistently achieve outstanding customer satisfaction. My dedication to safety and detail ensures superior finishes on every project. I have 42 years experience in the paint industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter and Decorator
Sage Painting
Georgetown, NSW
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
Painter and Decordator
Griffin painting and Maintenence
Wallsend, Nsw
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Completed diverse repairs on commercial and residential buildings and equipment.
- Constructed scaffolding and supports to complete work above ground-level.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
Skills
- Wall repair
- Respirator operation
- Paint mixing
- Tool cleaning
- Venetian finishes
- Scheduling
- Safety awareness
- Scaffolding erection
- Exterior painting
- Commercial painting
- Color matching
- Brushing and rolling paint
- Color mixing
- Touch-up painting
- Paint applications
Timeline
Painter and Decorator
Sage Painting
01.2021 - 01.2025
Painter and Decordator
Griffin painting and Maintenence
10.2017 - 01.2021