** ********* ******* ****, *. Morris CONTRERAS Plains, NJ 07950
michaelrcontreras@ gmail. com CAREER SUMARY:
Seasoned design and renovation contractor, delivering residential and commercial projects on time and within budget. Proven track record providing over 30 years of simple and high end finishes. Projects have included historic buildings and high-end homes. WORK EXPERIENCE
MJM PAINTING, LLC 1984 – 2012
Owner & Operator
● Provided estimations based on client’s requests.
● Consulted with customers on design, colors and various finishes.
● Advised commercial and industrial customers on maintenance coatings.
● Hired and manage employees to execute projects; supervised up to 24 staff members.
● Handled purchasing/distribution/inventory management.
● Initiated and delegated projects to be completed.
● Trained and educated employees on safety (use of equipment) and quality control.
● Developed customers using various marketing strategies. PROJECTS COMPLETED
Morris County Historical Renovations
● 150 + Victorian Homes. 1984 – 2012
● Acorn Hall. 1996 – 2003
● Historic Speedwell Telegraph Museum. 1995
Residential Homes
● Over 1000 homes, interior and exterior.
● All aspects of home preventive maintenance.
● All staining and faux finishing.
● Vaulted ceiling rigging.
● Venetian plaster.
SKILLS
● Bi-Lingual.
● Venetian Plaster Certified.
● Custom Mill Work Consultation.
● Ability to read finishing specifications on blueprints. EDUCATION ● Dundean Studios: Courses in Faux Finishing and Venetian Plaster 1997 – 2005
● USAF Civil engineering unit Honorable Discharge 1974 – 1979
● GED 1974