Jeremiah McCracken
Damascus
Summary
Painter with experience operating compressors, blasting equipment and both airless and conventional spray guns. Expert in special finishes such as graining and marbleizing. Talented at applying long-lasting and durable finishes.
Skilled in sales and customer relationship management, with background in diverse sales environments. Possess strong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skills critical for success in sales roles. Demonstrated ability to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty through effective sales tactics and service excellence. Contributed to significant growth in client base and revenue in previous positions by identifying new opportunities and optimizing sales processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Painter/Sandblaster
General engineering
Abingdon
10.2024 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by sanding and cleaning to ensure proper paint adhesion.
- Applied various paint techniques to achieve desired finishes on diverse materials.
- Mixed paints and coatings according to specifications for optimal application.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Operated sandblasting equipment to remove rust and scale from metal surfaces.
- Determined best methods for surface preparation including sandblasting, masking, taping.
- Reconditioned used parts by sandblasting them before painting them with protective coatings.
Assembler
Utility Trailer
Glade Spring
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Assembled trailer components following detailed specifications and blueprints.
- Operated hand and power tools to ensure precise assembly of structures.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on production line.
- Maintained organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency during operations.
- Assisted in training new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Prepared surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming for paint application.
- Applied various painting techniques using brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
- Operated welding equipment and tools to complete projects efficiently.
Meat Department Clerk
Kroger
Abingdon
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted customers in selecting high-quality meat products.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of meat display cases.
- Operated slicing and packaging equipment for fresh meats.
- Stocked shelves with a variety of meats and poultry items.
- Received daily shipments of fresh meat products from suppliers.
Education
Holston High School
Damascus, VASkills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Sandblasting operation
- Safety compliance
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Facebook marketplace
- Marketing strategies
- Customer engagement
- Upselling
- Welding techniques
- Assembly techniques
- Operation of tools
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Painter/Sandblaster
General engineering
10.2024 - Current
Assembler
Utility Trailer
05.2021 - 10.2024
Meat Department Clerk
Kroger
03.2020 - 05.2021
Holston High School