Joshua Parkhurst
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented painter with experience in surface preparation, application of paints and coatings, and maintaining safe, clean, organized work environments. Skilled in interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, and delivering high-quality finishes. Experience in commercial, industrial, and residential with knowledge of industry standards and products for all settings. Strong team player with a solid work ethic and a commitment to doing things right. Fifth generation painter with over 15 years experience. Subcontractor for Novant hospital with experience in completing work in patient areas and meeting all safety regulations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Saltwater Renovations
Wilmington, NC
12.2025 - Current
- Painting/ drywall subcontractor for Novant NHRMC
- Prepped walls, ceilings, and other surfaces for painting.
- Painted walls and trim and maintained clean work areas.
- Installed and finished drywall
- Installed containment areas and zip wall systems
- Installed hepa filter/ negative air systems
- Installed wall coverings, corner guards and rubber base.
- Supported maintenance/ facility personnel with any task at hand.
- Consistently met productivity and safety expectations.
- Worked long hours, nights, and weekends in order to see projects completed in the required time.
- Familiar with hospital settings and codes in order to complete work around active patient areas.
Painter
Duffett Brothers Painting
Winnabow, NC
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepped walls, ceilings, and other surfaces for painting.
- Applied paints, stains, and other products using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Jobsite foreman, overseeing all tasks from start to finish on residential and commercial projects.
- Estimated project material and labor cost.
Painter
Carolina Custom Painting
Wilmington, NC
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepped walls, ceilings, and other surfaces for painting.
- Applied paint, stains, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Installed trim and hardware in residential and commercial settings.
Painter
Parkhurst Painting Service
Hickory, NC
06.2011 - 01.2024
- Prepped walls, ceilings, and other surfaces for painting.
- Applied paint, stain, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
- Mixed paints to achieve desired colors and finishes.
- Protected furniture, floors, and fixtures prior to painting.
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Completed projects efficiently while meeting quality standards.
- Foreman/ Site manager July 2017 - January 2024
Education
High School Diploma -
Bunker Hill High School
Claremont, NC06-2011
Skills
- Interior and exterior painting
- Surface preparation (sanding, scraping, patching, caulking)
- Brush, roller, and spray application
- Priming and finishing
- Color matching
- Drywall installation and finishing
- Framing
- Carpentry
- Corian countertops and wall covering installation
- Cove base installation
- Containment installation and negative air systems for hospital settings
- Job site safety
- Time management
- Teamwork and communication
Timeline
Painter
Saltwater Renovations
12.2025 - Current
Painter
Duffett Brothers Painting
04.2025 - 11.2025
Painter
Carolina Custom Painting
02.2024 - 03.2025
Painter
Parkhurst Painting Service
06.2011 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Bunker Hill High School