Amy Waits
Omaha
Summary
Seasoned Contractor and Foreman Painter with a proven track record at Richland Park Apartments and M.S. Services, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and customer service. Achieved significant project efficiencies and high-quality workmanship, leveraging skills in construction management and team collaboration. Excelled in maintaining safety compliance and enhancing client relations, ensuring project completion within strict deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contractor
Richland Park Apartments
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Foreman Painter
M.S.Services,
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Implemented standard operating procedures for paint application, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Checked paint quality, prepared mixes and monitored coverage.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by delegating tasks, setting deadlines, and monitoring progress.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship through close supervision and attention to detail in all painting jobs.
- Conducted thorough pre-job site assessments to identify potential challenges and develop appropriate solutions.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively managing and coordinating painting tasks for a team of 10 painters.
- Used brushes, rollers and spray guns to complete jobs with speed and accuracy.
- Enhanced workplace safety with regular equipment inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other construction professionals to maintain seamless workflow across various trades.
- Cultivated a positive working environment that encouraged teamwork while minimizing conflicts among employees.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate job estimates and proper paint mixing techniques.
- Skillfully utilized specialized tools such as airless sprayers, HVLP systems, pressure washers for optimal results.
- Managed inventory control processes ensuring adequate supplies were available without excess stock or shortages.
- Supervised team of 12 professionals completing painting work for commercial, industrial, institutional and residential customers.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
Foreman Painter
Frank Bevins Painting
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Implemented standard operating procedures for paint application, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Achieved timely completion of projects by delegating tasks, setting deadlines, and monitoring progress.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship through close supervision and attention to detail in all painting jobs.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively managing and coordinating painting tasks for a team of 10 painters.
- Used brushes, rollers and spray guns to complete jobs with speed and accuracy.
- Cultivated a positive working environment that encouraged teamwork while minimizing conflicts among employees.
- Skillfully utilized specialized tools such as airless sprayers, HVLP systems, pressure washers for optimal results.
- Mentored junior painters in proper techniques, fostering skill development within the team for future leadership roles.
- Supervised team of 14 professionals completing painting work for commercial, industrial, institutional and residential customers.
- Maintained excellent client relationships by addressing concerns promptly and delivering exceptional results.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Executed work orders for painting team as part of larger project schedule.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
Education
GED -
Metropolitan Community College
07-1996
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Worksite safety
- Safety compliance
- Residential construction
- Painting and finishing
- Schedule management
- Quality control
- Drywalling
- Subcontractor relations
- Subcontractor supervision
- Commercial construction experience
- Project oversight
- Construction management
- Equipment Repair
- Blueprints
- Blueprint interpretation
- Materials procurement
- Cost control
- Budget management
- Staff management
- Contract management
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Client relations
- Safety
- Industry regulations knowledge
- Performance management
- Equipment management
- Construction methods
- Change management
- Job bidding
- Material and equipment procurement
- Power and hand tool operation
- Task prioritization
- Critical thinking
- Customer support
Certification
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
Contractor
Richland Park Apartments
07.2023 - Current
Foreman Painter
M.S.Services,
04.2021 - 07.2023
Foreman Painter
Frank Bevins Painting
08.2016 - 01.2021
- OSHA Certified
GED -
Metropolitan Community College
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