Benny Taylor

Experienced Offshore Lead Coordinator, Sandblaster, and Industrial Painter with over 20 years of experience in marine, shipyard, refinery, and offshore environments. Skilled in surface preparation, protective coatings, crew leadership, safety compliance, forklift operation, and project coordination. Dedicated to delivering high-quality work while maintaining productivity and workplace safety.

Offshore Lead Coordinator / Sandblaster & Painter at Delta Coatings, Inc. (2023-06 – 2025-05)

• Led offshore sandblasting and painting operations.
• Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for industrial coatings.
• Ensured proper coating thickness and paint coverage according to project specifications.
• Coordinated crews and maintained safety and quality standards throughout each project.

Offshore Lead Coordinator / Sandblaster & Painter at Bilfinger (2022-11 – 2023-06)

• Performed industrial sandblasting and painting on offshore projects.
• Supervised crew activities and monitored job progress.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and coating requirements.
• Maintained equipment and coordinated project materials.

Offshore Lead Coordinator / Sandblaster & Painter at Delta Coatings, Inc. (2020-01 – 2022-11)

• Prepared surfaces through abrasive blasting techniques.
• Applied protective coatings and monitored paint specifications.
• Coordinated workflow and quality control activities.
• Assisted in training and supervising team members.

Maintenance Supervisor / Lead Project Coordinator at St. Jean Apartment Complex (2016-09 – 2017-03)

• Supervised maintenance personnel and daily property operations.
• Coordinated repairs, renovations, and preventive maintenance.
• Scheduled and oversaw plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance work.
• Responded to resident service requests and ensured timely completion.

Lead Project Coordinator at G.M. Cable (2012-02 – 2016-06)

• Coordinated telecommunications installation projects.
• Managed project planning, scheduling, and completion.
• Oversaw installation of mini cellular towers at Louisiana State University.
• Supervised installation of Cat5 and Cat6 cabling, networking equipment, and communication systems.

Lead Project Coordinator / Sandblaster & Painter at Delta Coatings (1998-08 – 2009-06)

• Performed industrial sandblasting and painting operations.
• Coordinated project activities and crew assignments.
• Ensured coating applications met customer and industry specifications.
• Maintained production schedules and safety compliance.

Sandblaster & Painter / Equipment Operator at Bollinger Shipyards, Inc. (1997-05 – 1998-08)

• Sandblasted and painted barges, vessels, and marine equipment.
• Operated cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Assisted with vessel maintenance and repair projects.

Order Puller / Loader at Pepsi-Cola Company (1996-11 – 1997-05)

• Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
• Prepared customer orders for shipment.
• Promoted from night-shift order puller to primary day-shift loader based on performance and reliability.

– Baton Rouge Community College

– Delgado Community College