Robert Odom
Sandersville
Summary
Accomplished 1st class Painter/Blaster as well as Paint/Blast Foreman with a proven track record, enhancing team productivity and ensuring high standards of workmanship. Skilled in crew leadership and equipment oversight, adept at decision-making and effective communication. Achieved project completion ahead of deadlines, significantly boosting efficiency and safety on the job site.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st Class Blaster/Painter Paint/Blast Foreman
Brock Industrial
05.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Oversaw 20 person crew
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on job site.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Enhanced team productivity by coordinating daily tasks and optimizing workflows.
Paint/Blast Foreman
Zachry Industrial Group
08.2007 - 05.2023
- Oversaw 8 person crew
- Enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction workers.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Enhanced team productivity by coordinating daily tasks and optimizing workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
IMIA International Marine & Industrial Applicators
08.2004 - 09.2007
- Delivered timely project completion by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Achieved high-quality paint finishes by applying expert knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
- Expertly operated blasting equipment to remove rust, old paint, and other contaminants from various surfaces before painting application.
- Increased productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work area, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Optimized surface adhesion between paint layers through careful selection of primers tailored for specific substrate materials.
- Continuously updated technical skills by participating in training workshops and staying informed on industry best practices.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Maintained professional appearance of job sites through diligent cleanup efforts after project completion.
- Improved project outcomes with meticulous surface preparation, including sanding, scraping, and cleaning.
- Demonstrated mastery in using tools such as brushes, rollers, spray guns, power sanders, abrasive blasters for achieving desired finish quality.
- Ensured client satisfaction with painting results, addressing any concerns or requests promptly.
- Enhanced the durability of paintwork by skillfully applying protective coatings as required.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies and cleaning of component parts.
- Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
Education
GED -
MS State Board of Education
Gautier, MS03-1995
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Dedicated work ethic
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Worksite safety
- Heavy lifting and Heavy Equipment
- Equipment oversight
Certification
NCCER/NCCER+ Certification
TWIC Card
Timeline
1st Class Blaster/Painter Paint/Blast Foreman
Brock Industrial
05.2023 - Current
Paint/Blast Foreman
Zachry Industrial Group
08.2007 - 05.2023
1st Class Painter/Blaster
IMIA International Marine & Industrial Applicators
08.2004 - 09.2007
NCCER/NCCER+ Certification
TWIC Card
GED -
MS State Board of Education
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