Ryan Baker
Sunshine Coast,QLD
Summary
Skilled painter with an eye for detail and an efficient approach. Offering 12 years of experience in residential, project houseing, and commercial sites. I have been in the industry, working with my father since the age of 17,and pride myself on the quality of my work. I love being part of a team, to achieve the best finish possible for the client and myself. Always keeping an open mind on learning different systems and techniques to improve my skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified-Painter/Decorator
Generation Painters
09.2011 - Current
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
- Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
- Enhanced the appearance of residential and commercial spaces by skillfully applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes.
- Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Streamlined the painting process with efficient use of tools and equipment, reducing project costs.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate color consultations and recommendations.
- Accomplished seamless blending between old paintwork areas with new applications using careful color matching techniques.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Provided exceptional customer service in addressing concerns or changes during the course of projects.
- Achieved consistent quality control standards throughout entire workspaces by conducting regular inspections during ongoing projects.
Education
Certificate III - Painter/Decorator
TAFE QUEENSLAND
Nambour, QLD04.2014
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Attention to Detail
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Exterior Painting
- Effective Multitasking
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Safety awareness
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Paint mixing
- Team Collaboration
- Punctual and Dependable
- Surface Preparation
- Hand and power tools
- Caulking and Crack Filling
- Touch-up painting
- Safety understanding
- Quality Assurance
- Power and hand tools
- Wall repair
- Commercial Painting
- Creative Thinking
- Color Matching
- Spray painting
- Excellent Communication
- Customer Service
- Primer Application
- Painting Restoration
- Finishing Techniques
- Brush Technique Mastery
- Equipment Troubleshooting
Affiliations
References.
Rob Baker-PH: 0414705998
Steve Anker-PH: 0400528352
Timeline
Qualified-Painter/Decorator
Generation Painters
09.2011 - Current
Certificate III - Painter/Decorator
TAFE QUEENSLAND