Keith Matson
Glen Rock,PA
Summary
Efficient drywall finisher with extensive industry background and finishing work specialization. Performed drywall finishing for large facilities and residential clients. Utilized a variety of tools and implications to perform work to industry standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Drywall Finisher
Subcontractor
California, MD, Frederick, MD
01.2022 - Current
- Successfully passed and maintained clearances for military, commercial and Federal worksites
- Supported team members during installations by effectively communicating progress updates and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Ensured long-lasting quality workmanship by consistently inspecting finished surfaces for defects or inconsistencies before final approvals.
- Optimized productivity levels with proper maintenance of tools and equipment for uninterrupted work flow.
- Upheld strict adherence to building codes and regulations while executing all tasks related to drywall finishing.
- Assisted in the preparation of work areas prior to starting a project – clearing debris, covering floors, removing fixtures as needed.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
- Ensured timely project completion by efficiently hanging and finishing drywall in residential and commercial buildings.
Drywall Finisher
Rock And Metal Inc
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Prepared surfaces for coating applications.
- First, second and third coating
- Utilized fiba-fuse, boxing and taping tools
Drywall Finisher and Crane Rigger
Blueprint Robotics
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Applied first second and third coats of joint compound to drywall
- Skim coating of walls with joint compound
- Hanging of new drywall into pre-existing walls
- Application of durabond, tape, and joint compound
- Sanding and painting of new drywall
- Transporting and carrying of heavy equipment and materials
- Assembled Modular Housing using a crane
- Erect and Breakdown of Scaffolding – multiple stories
- Assemble and install supporting structures, rigging, hoist and pulling gear
- Connect pulley and blocks to fixed overhead structures with bolts, shackles and clamps
- Manipulate rigging lines, hoist to move or support materials, steel and concrete
- Selected gears, cables and shackles according to load size, facilities and work schedule
- Signals or gives direction to workers engaged in hoisting and moving panels
- Tested rigging to insure safety and reliability before engaging in hoisting and lifting
Drywall Finisher/Crane Rigger/Modular Housing
Drywall Finisher/Painter, Mike Stroh Paint and Drywall
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided painting services in both industrial and residential settings
- Trained in the application of flat, semi gloss, eggshell, and oil based paints
- Experienced in cut-ins and rolling walls with 9” and 18” rollers
- Trained in the operation of paint guns
- Applied first second and third coats of joint compound to drywall
- Patched pre-existing drywall
- Skim coating of walls with joint compound
- Carrying of heavy equipment and materials
Drywall Finisher/ Painter
Drywall Finisher/Painter, John Doughty General Contractor
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Demolition of pre-existing drywall, plaster lath, and plaster parison
- Hanging and blending of new drywall into pre-existing walls
- Application of durabond, tape, and joint compound to old and new section of wall
- Sanding and painting of old and new drywall
- Transporting and carrying of heavy equipment and materials
Drywall Finisher, Hamilton Drywall
08.2007 - 04.2014
- Commercial and residential drywall finishing
- Sand painting ceilings
- Applying first and finishing coats and sanding finishing coats
- Skilled in working on stilts and using automatic sanding equipment
- Also carried and lifted heavy equipment and products
Skills
- Measuring and material layout
- Construction best practices
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Team mentoring
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
Timeline
Drywall Finisher
Subcontractor
01.2022 - Current
Drywall Finisher
Rock And Metal Inc
09.2018 - 01.2022
Drywall Finisher and Crane Rigger
Blueprint Robotics
07.2016 - 08.2018
Drywall Finisher/Crane Rigger/Modular Housing
Drywall Finisher/Painter, Mike Stroh Paint and Drywall
06.2015 - 06.2016
Drywall Finisher/ Painter
Drywall Finisher/Painter, John Doughty General Contractor
06.2014 - 03.2015
Drywall Finisher, Hamilton Drywall
08.2007 - 04.2014