Taj Palmer
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Experienced industrial sandblaster with 10+ years in abrasive blasting, surface preparation and Brush and roll application on large-scale industrial, pipeline and facility projects. Extensive hands-on experience and proven night-shift foreman experience on A Major Tank project, supporting high-production blasting operations under strict schedule and quality Requirements
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tank Division Nigh Shift Foreman
Barrier Group
03.2023 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on Brush and roll techniques for Coating External tanks.
- Monitored and participated in surface preparation, Sandblasting of raw steel and prepping of intermediate coats prior to top coat.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in reduced downtime and enhanced productivity finishing the project with 0 injures.
Sandblaster/ Overhead Crane Operator
Onsite Blast LTD
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for coating applications.
- Blasted various types of mods, Pipe spools, large diameter pipe and structural steel
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sandblasting processes and efficiency and prepping for coating applicators.
- Conducted routine maintenance on sandblasting Pot and Blast hose to ensure safety of blasters.
Sandblaster
Shawcor CSI
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for coating and finishing processes.
- Learned safety protocols and best practices for handling hazardous materials.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established timelines.
- Coated Prepared steel with various epoxy and Urethane coatings
Education
Saint John High School
Saint John, NB06.2001
Skills
Abrasive blasting (tanks, piping, spools, structures)
Pipeline and terminal surface preparation
Industrial and facility blasting
Blast equipment and compressor operation
Brush and roll paint application
Brush Blasting to White metal Blasting
Night-shift supervision and crew coordination
Jobsite organization and productivity
Working within active terminal environments
FLHA review and Permit receiver experience
Accomplishments
Camp Director- Boys adventure Camp " Camp Wegesegum"
Lead fund raiser for organization.
Languages
English
Certification
WHMIS Training
Confined Space Entry and Monitor
Fall protection
Mobile Elevated Work Platform "MEWP"
H2S Awareness
Leadership in Safety Excellence
Additional Information
References
Tayler McAllister: AMPP CIP LV2 Inspector
Barrier Group superintendent
(780)(380)(0782)
Andrew McAllister: AMPP CIV LV2 inspector
(780)(863)(2024)
Nick Kinney: AMPP CIP LV2 inspector
Barrier group tank division manager
(780)(964)(0683)
Nick Hafstien - supervisor at seaspan
Remwil.M - supervisor at seaspan
Timeline
Tank Division Nigh Shift Foreman
Barrier Group
03.2023 - 05.2025
Sandblaster/ Overhead Crane Operator
Onsite Blast LTD
02.2019 - 04.2022
Sandblaster
Shawcor CSI
07.2013 - 03.2016
Saint John High School