Joshua Hanshaw
Gulfport
Summary
20 plus years of mastering surface preparation techniques, including sanding, blasting and cleaning.
Experienced with surface preparation, color mixing, and application techniques essential for high-quality finishes. Utilizes precise brushwork and spray techniques to achieve desired results. Track record of maintaining clean and safe workspaces while consistently meeting project deadlines.
Professional painter with comprehensive experience in surface preparation, color matching, and application techniques. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering high-quality results in both residential and commercial settings. Adept at adapting to changing project needs and ensuring client satisfaction through consistent performance and attention to detail. Reliable and flexible, known for maintaining high standards in all tasks.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Class Painter and Blaster (Marine)
Nelson Blasting Company
Bayou La Batre, AL
02.2026 - Current
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming as needed.
- Apply protective coatings, paints, and sealants using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
- Mix paints and coatings according to specifications for optimal performance.
- Inspect surfaces for defects and ensure proper adhesion of coatings.
- Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain tools and equipment to ensure efficient operation and longevity.
- Ability to operate and maintain blasting equipment safely and effectively.
- Executed surface preparation and painting techniques for various industrial projects.
- Maintained high standards of safety compliance during all painting operations.
1st Class Painter and Blaster (Industrial)
B&D Contractors
Pascagoula, MS
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming as needed.
- Apply protective coatings, paints, and sealants using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
- Mix paints and coatings according to specifications for optimal performance.
- Inspect surfaces for defects and ensure proper adhesion of coatings.
- Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain tools and equipment to ensure efficient operation and longevity.
- Knowledge of various paint types and their appropriate applications.
- Ability to operate and maintain blasting equipment safely and effectively.
- Operated power tools: buckeyes, grinders, needle guns etc.
- Applied various painting techniques to enhance aesthetic appeal of residential and commercial properties.
- Ensured surface preparation by cleaning, sanding, and priming before painting applications.
- Operated power tools, buckeyes, grinders, and needle guns.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Prepared surfaces for painting by removing rust, old paint, and debris using grinders and sandblasters.
- Applied various types of coatings to metal surfaces, ensuring compliance with industry specifications and safety standards.
- Operated spray guns and other painting equipment to efficiently coat large ship components while minimizing waste.
- Conducted quality checks on finished work to guarantee adherence to aesthetic and functional requirements of projects.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in surface preparation and application methods within the department.
- Demonstrated mastery in using tools such as brushes, rollers, spray guns, power sanders, abrasive blasters for achieving desired finish quality.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Gulf Ship Ship Building
Pascagoula, MS
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows, reducing downtime during painting operations on ship hulls.
- Trained junior painters in proper techniques, safety protocols, and equipment handling to enhance overall team performance.
- Maintained accurate records of materials used and tasks completed for project tracking and compliance purposes.
- Minimized environmental impact through responsible disposal of hazardous waste materials according to industry regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and follow-up on completed projects.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
02.2012 - 03.2016
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
- Maintained professional appearance of job sites through diligent cleanup efforts after project completion.
- Ensured client satisfaction with painting results, addressing any concerns or requests promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing questions or concerns professionally and courteously.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Avondale, LA
06.2011 - 11.2011
- Streamlined project timelines with effective scheduling, ensuring minimal disruption to clients'' daily activities during painting projects.
- Delivered timely project completion by efficiently managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating effectively with colleagues and sharing expertise in painting techniques.
- Increased productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work area, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Optimized surface adhesion between paint layers through careful selection of primers tailored for specific substrate materials.
- Enhanced the durability of paintwork by skillfully applying protective coatings as required.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Nelson Blasting
Bayou La Batre, AL
10.2007 - 12.2010
- Continuously updated technical skills by participating in training workshops and staying informed on industry best practices.
- Achieved high-quality paint finishes by applying expert knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Expertly operated blasting equipment to remove rust, old paint, and other contaminants from various surfaces before painting application.
- Reduced material waste by accurately estimating paint quantities and properly storing supplies for future use.
- Improved project outcomes with meticulous surface preparation, including sanding, scraping, and cleaning.
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Industrial Corrosion Control
Gulfport, MS
07.2000 - 08.2007
- Prepared detailed progress reports for supervisors outlining achievements and potential areas for improvement.
- Removed surface imperfections, applied special undercoats, and sealed seams to ready surfaces for paint application.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular inspections, disassemblies, and cleaning of component parts.
- Met exacting tolerances when sanding and sealing final finishes.
- Held or positioned spray guns to direct spray onto articles.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Determined paint flow, viscosity and coating quality using visual inspections and viscometers.
Education
Diploma -
Pascagoula High School
Pascagoula, MS05-2000
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Exterior painting
- Effective multitasking
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Safety awareness
- Paint sprayer operation
- Paint mixing
Timeline
1st Class Painter and Blaster (Marine)
Nelson Blasting Company
02.2026 - Current
1st Class Painter and Blaster (Industrial)
B&D Contractors
08.2023 - 09.2025
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
10.2018 - 02.2021
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Gulf Ship Ship Building
06.2016 - 08.2018
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
02.2012 - 03.2016
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Ingalls Shipbuilding
06.2011 - 11.2011
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Nelson Blasting
10.2007 - 12.2010
1st Class Painter/Blaster
Industrial Corrosion Control
07.2000 - 08.2007
Diploma -
Pascagoula High School