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Nicolae Duca

Nicolae Duca

Painter & Decorator |Handyman| Driver
New-York

Summary

E-mail: nicod42@hotmail.com | Phone no: +1(347)742-8636

A Painter & Decorator, Handyman and Driver with over 20y of working experience in New York, in commercial and residential projects. I have been both an employee and freelance site foreman, managing a small team of professionals, ensuring a high quality of work, in a time and cost-effective manner.

I was also responsible for all end-to-end stages of a project: providing estimates, quotes, purchasing and transporting all materials to the site, execution, delivery, warranty.

Able to work alone or part of a larger team, now looking for a new role as a painter & decorator, handyman or delivery driver.

Skills

Planning and Coordination

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Work History

Painter & Decorator. Handyman. Delivery Driver.

Nick's D Painting
Brooklyn, New York
10.2022 - Current
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Utilized brushes and rollers to create various textures.
  • Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
  • Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.

Painter & Decorator. Delivery Driver

Purely Paint
New York State
11.2017 - 10.2022
  • Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
  • Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
  • Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
  • Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
  • Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
  • Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Transported all materials to and from the warehouse for every job. Delivered additional materials to the client on regular basis, filling in an additional function of delivery driver.
  • Taken jobs at distance, covered long commutes of + 6h to and from the worksite, driving the rented delivery van personally, picking up other colleagues on the way and making sure everyone is on site at the accurate time.

Freelance Handyman

Nick's D Painting
New York
04.2007 - 11.2017
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
  • Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
  • Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
  • Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
  • Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
  • Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
  • Assembled and installed new furniture for client's living room to improve comfort and and functionality.
  • Conferred with contracted workers about needs and provided expertise in various jobs and tool use.
  • Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.

Painter & Decorator. Handyman

DMG Designs
Nassau County, New York
10.2000 - 04.2007
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
  • Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
  • Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering Mechanics

Mechanical Engineer
Romania
04.2001 -

Certificate - Professional Painter And Decorator

School of Painters
Romania
04.2001 -

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