Karena Edgecombe
Auckland,Papakura
Summary
Skilled painter with background in construction and maintenance. Have experience in both interior and exterior painting projects, surface preparation, and finishing techniques. Possess strong ability to select and mix colors that meet project requirements and client preferences. Improved efficiency of painting processes in previous roles, leading to more timely completion of projects without compromising on quality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter and Decorator
Titanium Painting
, Papakura
12.2017 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding and patching holes;.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting;.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns or other equipment;.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects;.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering or fading;.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes;.
- Estimated cost of materials needed for the project;.
- Provided expert advice on best products to use for various jobs;.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings;.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting;.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences;.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones;.
Owner
Face-alloons
Papakura, Auckland
12.2013 - Current
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed creative designs for face painting including animals, flowers and characters.
- Organized materials such as paints, brushes, sponges and glitter.
- Created a variety of color combinations to create unique designs.
- Assisted customers in choosing the right design according to their preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness of supplies and tools used during the process of face painting.
- Inspected products prior to use to ensure they are safe and appropriate for use on skin.
Education
Painting And Decorating
BCITO
Unitec12-2022
Skills
- Finishing Techniques
- Color Matching
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Dependable
- Project Management
- Problem-Solving
- Clean Driving Record
- Punctual and Dependable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Customer Service
- Hand and power tools
- Team Player
- Basic Carpentry
- Drywall Installation
- Attention to Detail
- Wall and surface repair
Languages
German
Limited
Indonesian
Elementary
About me personally
- I love to travel! VIetnam and Bali are my favourite hide outs
- I have three children 17,15,11
- I have always just been one of the boys, so working as a tradie is just an extension of that
- Go Crusaders
- I have a fascination with languages. I can almost speak conversational German, but have a small understanding of Vietnamese and Indonesian.
Timeline
Painter and Decorator
Titanium Painting
12.2017 - Current
Owner
Face-alloons
12.2013 - Current
Painting And Decorating
BCITO
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