Graham O’Brien
Taihape,MWT
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Painting Contractor and Forklift Operator at New World Taihape. Proven expertise in paint application techniques and exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering strong community relationships. Recognized for effective multitasking and a strong work ethic, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Painting Contractor
Self Employed Writer
Interior exterior choirs
Forklift Operator
New World Taihape
Loading unloading trucks of produce and groceries
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self Employed Writer
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality lawn care services and addressing client concerns promptly.
- Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Trained new team members in proper lawn maintenance techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
Labour
Self Employed Writer
03.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Tree Felling
Katipa Logging /John Townsend /
03.2000 - 03.2003
Felling and skidded operator .. chain maintenance..
Education
5th -
Taihape College
Taihape, MWTSkills
- Paint application techniques
- Spray painting proficiency
- First aid training
- Wallpaper removal
- Brush and roller skills
- Drywall repair
- Surface preparation
- Pressure washing
- Marketing and advertising
- OSHA compliance
- Protective coatings
- Stain and varnish application
- Scaffolding setup
- Expert color matching
- Project estimation
- Budgeting and finance
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Blast and paint equipment servicing
- Paint mixing
- Color matching
- Wall repair
- Color mixing
- Cost estimation
- Safety awareness
- Primer application
- Customer needs assessment
- Computer literate
- Fixtures removal
- Willingness to learn
- Customer service
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Exterior painting
- Touch-up painting
- Effective multitasking
- Commercial painting
- Spray painting
- Caulking and crack filling
- Clean driving record
- Finishing techniques
- Safety
- Scheduling
- Inventory control
- Scope of work planning
- Respirator use
- Project management
- Scaffolding erection
- Respirator operation
- Mold eradication techniques
- Wall and surface repair
- Paint applications
- Sprayer use
- Repairing wall surfaces
- Spray gun operation
- Customer relations
Timeline
Labour
Self Employed Writer
03.2025 - Current
Tree Felling
Katipa Logging /John Townsend /
03.2000 - 03.2003
Painting Contractor
Self Employed Writer
Forklift Operator
New World Taihape
Lawn Care Business Owner
Self Employed Writer
5th -
Taihape College
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