Thomas Dessources

Safety-focused Scaffolder with 15+ years of construction and heavy industrial experience across Alberta. Skilled in erecting, inspecting and dismantling scaffold systems on live plants, shutdowns and major expansion projects. Physically strong, dependable and highly productive in fast-paced team environments.

Scaffolder - Brand Energy | Shell Fort Saskatchewan

(2023 - 2025)

• Erected and dismantled scaffold structures in active refinery environment
• Supported maintenance shutdowns and plant upgrades
• Loaded, sorted and staged scaffold materials safely
• Maintained strict safety standards and housekeeping

Scaffolder - Brock Group | Kearl Lake Oil Sands

(2020 - 2023)

• Installed, inspected and repaired industrial scaffold systems
• Supported large shutdown and expansion projects
• Tagged scaffold structures according to site safety procedures
• Worked effectively in remote camp and extreme weather conditions

Scaffolder - ONEC Group

(2018 - 2020)

• Built scaffold access platforms, catwalks and barricades
• Assisted crews with material handling and productivity targets
• Followed confined space and fall protection procedures

Scaffolder - PCL Construction

(2016 - 2018)

• Assisted in scaffold erection and dismantling on commercial construction projects
• Maintained safe work zones and proper material organization
• Communicated work scope with crew members and supervisors

Construction Labourer / Equipment Operator - Various Alberta Projects

(2011 - 2016)

• Operated water truck, rock truck and Morooka equipment
• Performed general labour, debris removal and site preparation
• Assisted with concrete forming, pouring and asphalt work

High School Diploma - Golden Gate School, Montreal