REX HALE

801-915-3069              1884 Shepard Lane, Unit #2 | Lake Point, UT 84074              artisticpainting90@gmail.com

Top-performing professional with solid work ethic and extensive experience directing complex painting projects for residential, commercial, and government clients. Additional background as small business owner with demonstrated talents in budget administration, expense control, client relations, sales/marketing, HR management, and business development. Outstanding ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with owners, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors, laborers, and other team members associated with a project. Excellent problem-solving/strategic-making and troubleshooting skills and impeccable attention to detail. Deliver all projects on time, within budget, and above client expectations. Thorough understanding of inspection methods, sound mechanical aptitude, and dedication to quality craftsmanship, site safety and customer service

Expertise Includes: · Quality Control · Training and Development · Project Management · Leadership & Teambuilding · Regulatory Compliance · Coaching & Teaching · Labor Management · Bidding & Estimation · Hiring & Recruiting

OSHA Certified Aerial Work Platform (AWP) Trainer and Operator, Sunbelt University

Member, Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA)

Salt Lake City Chapter Vice President (2000–2002)

·         Trained over 200 employees in comprehensive training program over 22 years.  Topics include: company vision and mission statements, company goals, defining success, goal identification, orientation to company policies and procedures, introduction to company products and services, communication with customers 

·         Organize safety training meetings for employees and teach at meetings in order to provide a safe environment for employees to work in

·         Prepare curriculum and teach - weekly safety toolbox meetings to groups of 4- 8 employees thus decreasing jobsite accidents

·         Consolidate and prepare curriculum for multi-media training sessions on OSHA guidelines and safety practices thus keeping company on legal footing

·         Shape curriculum and train weekly for Safety Training program, and monthly Fall Hazard Protection and Hazardous Communications Program

·         Educate and train customers on the basics of painting procedures in order to minimize surprises and ensure an atmosphere of learning

·         Create hands on application opportunities to teach and train employees on new advancements in the painting field and thus establishing employees prominence in their field

·         Create questionnaires and interview for employee performance evaluations in order to establish a positive relationship and to communicate for possible advancements

 

·         Built Artistic Painting, LLC from the ground up, leading crews of as many as 30 personnel and providing effective leadership and business administration; increased revenue more than 500% from 2007–2009 through word-of-mouth advertising, established partnerships with general contractors, and repeat clients:

-          Successfully directed fast-track painting project for Super Wal-Mart location (valued at $145K); implemented new scheduling system with multiple shifts to ensure completion within strict timeframe, delivering project on time and 8% below budget.

-          Managed as many as 5 projects simultaneously, finalizing all on time/ahead of schedule and averaging 12% below budget including Tooele County Fire Station (11% under budget, 2 days ahead of schedule), Wendover Airport (6% under budget, 4 days ahead of schedule), and IFA Country Store valued at $80K (9% under budget, 5 days ahead of schedule).

-          Created position and spearheaded hiring of OSHA Manager to guarantee regulatory compliance, improve staff safety on worksites, and confirm proper disposal/storage of hazardous materials and respirator fit testing.

·         Received “Best Paint Job” award from Wasatch Front Parade of Homes.

Artistic Painting, LLC | Lake Point, UT              1990–Present

President

Founded and manage local enterprise providing painting services including power washing, faux finishes, epoxy floor coatings, and staining. Steer projects from inception to completion, perform estimates, develop budgets and schedules, and coordinate material planning and procurement. Partner and consult with architects, general contractors, and subcontractors to interpret specifications and clarify project objectives. Review certificates of insurance required for new and existing contracts to confirm currency and complete coverage; negotiate policy agreements with providers. Read/interpret product information and project plans/specifications to supply prompt answers for customer and field personnel questions.

Key Areas of Responsibility/Expertise:

·         Health/Safety Manager: 22 years as an experienced construction safety specialist/manager—at one time over the safety of 30 employees.  Coordinate weekly ‘safety tool box’ meetings, with jobsite supervisors, and administer quarterly companywide safety meetings.  Develop and administer guidelines/measures to promote safety on the jobsite, increase the safety of the workers and reduce the company’s safety losses and exposure to WC claims.  Serve as President of the company safety committee.  Develop unique safety guidelines and emergency preparedness per jobsite.  Write and administer safety program in compliance with OSHA, state and county standards. 

·         HR Management: Oversee hiring/recruiting process to ensure full compliance with local and state laws, DOL requirements, and numerous regulations including EEOC, ADAAA, and FMLA; handle organizational development, benefits/compensation administration, personnel training, performance evaluation, change management, and staff retention, coaching supervisors on employee relations and problem resolution techniques.

·         Contract Administration: Draft, review, and negotiate complex business, project, lease, and construction contracts, write bid proposals, and respond to requests for information (RFI), proposal (RFP), quotation (RFQ), and bid (RFB); develop contract addendum based on project changes and finalize change orders with owners and general contractors.

·         Accounting/Financial Planning: Prepare invoices, balance sheets, P&L statements, and quarterly tax returns, partnering with CPA to guarantee adherence to federal and state tax laws.  Responsible for; fiscal budgets, payroll administration, invoice and billing, reconciliation, accounts and payments.

·         Marketing/Sales and Service: Create strategic business plans to increase revenue and expand company presence, direct marketing initiatives, and serve as customer relationship specialist, working closely with clients to ensure complete satisfaction throughout contracting process.

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