Owner / President

Don Thomas

Owner/President

founded Thomas Industrial Coatings in 1991

Don began his career in industrial coatings in 1979 at Busch and Latta. In just three years, he worked his way up from an industrial painter to foreman. From 1982-1991,…

Owner/President

founded Thomas Industrial Coatings in 1991

Don began his career in industrial coatings in 1979 at Busch and Latta. In just three years, he worked his way up from an industrial painter to foreman. From 1982-1991, Don was employed by Shield Painting. He started as a painter, moving up through the ranks until he was named vice president in 1990. Eventually Don decided to go at it on his own, and in 1991, he started Thomas Industrial Coatings. He has never looked back. Don has more than 30 years of industrial and heavy commercial painting experience. He’s an active and respected member in all aspects of the coatings community and is proud to have his name on every single job we complete.

Business Development

Dane McGraw

Director of Business Development

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2005

Dane is responsible for the business development team tasked with obtaining new accounts, estimating projects and supporting operations through to…

Director of Business Development

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2005

Dane is responsible for the business development team tasked with obtaining new accounts, estimating projects and supporting operations through to completion. He specializes in coordinating private industry and large scale transportation projects throughout the continental U.S. Additionally, Dane supports the inland marine, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Department of Defense markets.

Education:

  • Business administration degree with management emphasis, University of Missouri—Columbia

Tools:

  • Labor Management Cooperation Initiative Supervisor Training Program Level 1
  • Member of MODOT – Coatings Task Force, SITE Improvement Association’s YES, SSPC
  • NACE Certified Coatings Inspector
  • SSPC PCI Level 2 Certified Inspector
  • SSPC C-1: Fundamentals of Protective Coatings for Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-5: Supervisor / Competent Person Refresher Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • State of Missouri Lead Abatement Supervisor License
Andy Hamersen

Business Developer / Engineer / QCM

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2005

Andy’s responsibilities as the company’s Professional Engineer and estimator include bidding projects and assisting with the management of…

Business Developer / Engineer / QCM

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2005

Andy’s responsibilities as the company’s Professional Engineer and estimator include bidding projects and assisting with the management of projects from procurement to completion. He develops submittals, access plan designs and containment designs as required per project specifications. He also works with suppliers and subcontractors for contract-specific pricing and assists Project Managers with development of work plans and project production goals.

Andy also serves as our Quality Systems Manager and is required to maintain and manage our Corporate Quality Control Program. This includes performing internal Quality Control Audits of the company’s office documentation along with performing project site audits to verify compliance with SSPC QP1, QP2 and QS1. He also reviews the company’s Daily Inspection Reports and Environmental Reports, performs site and office SSPC audits with auditors, and maintains the company’s QP1, QP2 and QS1 Certifications.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Missouri—Columbia

Tools:

  • License Professional Engineer—State of Missouri
  • Member of the Missouri Society of Professional Engineers
  • Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • NACE Level 3 Certified Coating Inspector No. 25133
  • Safety Trained Supervisor—Board of Certified Safety Professionals—Board of Certified Safety Professionals
  • SSPC Quality Control Supervisor
  • SSPC C-3/C-5 Supervisor/Competent Person for Deleading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-7 Dry Abrasive Blaster
  • SSPC Level 2 Certified Bridge Coatings Inspector
  • SSPC Level 2 Protective Coatings Inspector
Donnie McComack

Maritime Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2009

Donnie specializes in the estimating, obtaining, contract administration and facilitating execution of TIC’s Maritime Industry Division throughout the…

Maritime Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2009

Donnie specializes in the estimating, obtaining, contract administration and facilitating execution of TIC’s Maritime Industry Division throughout the waterways of the continental US.

Education:

  • Computer information systems degree, St. Louis Community College

Tools

  • Hazard Communication Training
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction and Maritime courses
  • Registered flagger, American Traffic Safety Services Association
  • SSPC Level 1 Bridge Coatings Inspector (Coatings Inspection Training and Certification for the Bridge Industry)
  • SSPC PCI Level 2 Certified Inspector
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC Maritime Coatings Course
Doug Rothweiler

Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1994

Doug estimates and performs contract administration for projects specializing in the wastewater and water, bridge, water and fuel tank, and dam…

Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1994

Doug estimates and performs contract administration for projects specializing in the wastewater and water, bridge, water and fuel tank, and dam industries across the continental US.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree, Missouri State University

Tools:

  • CPR Training
  • CPWR Confined Space
  • Fabick Cat Aerial Platform Safety Training
  • Fabick Cat Rough Terrain Forklift Safety Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Labor Management Cooperation Initiative Supervisor Training Program
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • Safety Trained Supervisor—Board of Certified Safety Professionals
  • State of Missouri Lead Abatement Supervisor License
  • SSPC Certified Protective Coatings Inspector
  • SSPC PCI Level 2 Certified Inspector
  • SSPC C-2 Specifying and Managing Protective Coatings Projects
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-10: Coating & Surface Concrete for Contractor Supervisory Personnel
  • United States Army Corps of Engineers Construction Quality Management for Contractors
John Lohkamp

Senior Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1999

John is responsible for developing new accounts, estimating projects and project management throughout the continental United States. John has managed more than…

Senior Business Developer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1999

John is responsible for developing new accounts, estimating projects and project management throughout the continental United States. John has managed more than 30 projects involving jet-fuel storage tanks on military bases across the country and more than 80 potable water tanks projects ranging from 100 thousand gallons to 34 million gallons, as well as multiple lock and dam structures. John specializes in projects pertaining to installations, locks, dams, hydroelectric power, water and wastewater.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts in business administration with an accounting minor, Southwest Missouri State University

Tools:

  • Business Management Licensed (Arizona, Louisiana, West Virginia)
  • Safety Training Supervisor—Board of Certified Safety Professionals
  • SSPC PCI Level 2 Certified Inspector
  • SSPC-trained in Surface Preparation & Coating Application and Removal of Lead Paint from Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-1: Fundamentals of Protective Coatings for Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-5: Supervisor / Competent Person Refresher Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • Tank Failure Analysis Training with Tank Industry Consultants
Will Glaus

Business Developer / Engineer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2015

Will develops project objectives by reviewing project specifications and plans. His responsibilities include calculating takeoffs on projects to accurately confirm the…

Business Developer / Engineer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2015

Will develops project objectives by reviewing project specifications and plans. His responsibilities include calculating takeoffs on projects to accurately confirm the quantities and scope before an estimate is started. He also assists the business development team with completing job specific tasks. Will works on developing bid estimates for several state and federal projects throughout the United States.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Tools:

  • SSPC C-3 Supervisor/Competent Person for Deleading of Industrial Structures

Operations

Josh Thomas

Director of Operations

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1998

Josh is responsible for the operations team, charged with completing projects safely, on time and on budget by supporting the project managers in their daily…

Director of Operations

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1998

Josh is responsible for the operations team, charged with completing projects safely, on time and on budget by supporting the project managers in their daily management efforts. He is tasked with acquiring, maintaining and enhancing all procurement agreements in operations.

Education:

  • Degree, University of Missouri—St. Louis
  • Master of Business Administration, Bellarmine University

Tools:

  • Confined Space Training
  • CPR Training
  • Fall Protection Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Flagger
  • Hazard Communication Training
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-5: Supervisor / Competent Person Refresher Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
Dr. Andrew Runzi

EEO Officer/Quality Systems Coordinator

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2014

Andrew came to Thomas Industrial Coatings after 20 years in public education. His primary responsibilities include serving as the company’s EEO…

EEO Officer/Quality Systems Coordinator

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2014

Andrew came to Thomas Industrial Coatings after 20 years in public education. His primary responsibilities include serving as the company’s EEO officer and coordinating training opportunities for TIC’s painters. He works with the union to ensure production certifications are current, as well as offer in-house opportunities for our production team to grow their skills. Andrew also monitors and collects production data to help establish accurate job estimations.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Education, University of Missouri—St. Louis
  • Doctorate in Educational Administration, Missouri Baptist University

Tools:

  • AED Training
  • CPR Training
  • First Aid Training
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • NACE Certified Coating Inspector No. 674122
  • SSPC C-1: Fundamentals of Protective Coatings for Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor/ Competent Person Training for Deleading Industrial Structures
Jason Schaefer

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2015

Jason came to us in 2015 with 14 years’ construction experience with an emphasis in heavy industrial – ACOE, DOT, Petrochemical, Pipeline, Power Plat, Refinery, Renewable…

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2015

Jason came to us in 2015 with 14 years’ construction experience with an emphasis in heavy industrial – ACOE, DOT, Petrochemical, Pipeline, Power Plat, Refinery, Renewable Energy.

Tools:

  • SSPC – C3 Lead Supervisor License
  • 2001 – Bachelor of Science MIS SIU – Carbondale
  • 2009 – Bachelor of Science Construction Management SIU – Edwardsville
JJ Johnson

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

JJ is charged with overseeing the day-to-day field operations. Coordinating with contractors and vendors, he…

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

JJ is charged with overseeing the day-to-day field operations. Coordinating with contractors and vendors, he continually assesses manpower, logistics and materials needs to complete projects safely, on time and on budget.

Tools:

  • CPR Training
  • Confined Space Training
  • Fall Protection Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Hazard Communication Training
  • Journeyman Carpenter
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction and Maritime courses
John Lyons

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

As Project Manager, John establishes and maintains relationships with general contractors, and provides direction and support to our crew members. He oversees…

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

As Project Manager, John establishes and maintains relationships with general contractors, and provides direction and support to our crew members. He oversees the daily operations of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and on budget. John currently specializes in the Department of Transportation sectors.

Education:

  • Associate of Arts, Jefferson College
  • Liberal Arts degree, Bellarmine University

Tools:

  • Confined Space Training
  • CPR Training
  • Fall Protection Training 1 and 2
  • First Aid Training
  • Hazard Communication Training
  • Labor Management Cooperation Initiative Supervisor Training Program
  • NACE Level 3 Certified Coating Inspector No. 36531
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • Respiratory Protection Course
  • Scaffold Competent Person
Jonah Ashby

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

Started in the field as a journeyman painter, moved to foreman/superintendent. Recently switched to Project Management. Jonah’s responsibilities as a Project Manager are…

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

Started in the field as a journeyman painter, moved to foreman/superintendent. Recently switched to Project Management. Jonah’s responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager are to establish/maintain relationships with general contractors, provide direction/support for our painters, oversee the daily operations of multiple projects and to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.

Tools:

  • Nave Level 3 Certified Coatings Inspector #36772
  • BSCP Safety Trained Supervisor (STSC)
  • OSHA 30
  • SSPC Certified Application Specialist (CAS)
  • SSPC C-14 Plural Component Applicator
  • SSPC C-5 Lead Abatement Supervisor
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Fall Protection
  • Confined Space
  • Hazard Communication
Josh Teddleton

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2006

Josh’s responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager are to establish/maintain relationships with general contractors, provide direction/support for our crew…

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2006

Josh’s responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager are to establish/maintain relationships with general contractors, provide direction/support for our crew members, oversee the daily operations of multiple projects, and to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and on budget by facilitating the Project Managers. Josh has a hand in all sectors of TIC’s services.

Education:

  • Construction Management degree, Missouri State University

Tools:

  • CPR Training
  • Confined Space Training
  • Fall Protection Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Hazard Communication Training
  • Labor Management Cooperation Initiative Supervisor Training Program Levels 1, 2
  • Lift Training
  • NACE Level 3 Coating Inspector No. 26754
  • OSHA 30-hour construction course
  • Scaffold Competent Training
  • SSPC Certified Protective Coatings Inspector
  • SSPC C-3: Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-Leading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-7: Certified Abrasive Blaster
Robert Eyre

Purchasing and Equipment Operations Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

Robert’s responsibilities include researching, interviewing, sourcing and facilitating negotiations with vendors and suppliers. He also…

Purchasing and Equipment Operations Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

Robert’s responsibilities include researching, interviewing, sourcing and facilitating negotiations with vendors and suppliers. He also evaluates the procurement process, supplier relationships and contracts to identify potential areas for enhanced profitability. Robert also manages the company’s $15 million equipment assets. His priority is to efficiently and effectively maintain our equipment to reduce the bottom dollar on job cost that in return benefits our clients.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts in international business, University of Wisconsin—Madison

Tools:

  • Confined Space Training
  • CPR Training
  • Fall Protection Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Hazard Communication Training
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction
  • Scaffold Competent Training
Steve Scanlon

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

As Senior Project Manager, Steve establishes and maintains relationships with general contractors and provides direction and support to our crew members. He oversees the daily…

Senior Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2011

As Senior Project Manager, Steve establishes and maintains relationships with general contractors and provides direction and support to our crew members. He oversees the daily operations of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and on budget. His projects consist of bridges, dams and ground storage tanks primarily for the sectors of the Department of Defense and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Tools:

  • Confined Space Training
  • CPR Training
  • Fall Protection Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Flagger
  • Hazard communication Training
  • NACE Level 2 Inspector No. 36535
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CQMC Training
Elon Edmund

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2020

Elon began his career in the Industrial Coatings industry in 2006, earning his way to the level of Project Manager. He has experience in multiple sectors of the industry…

Project Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2020

Elon began his career in the Industrial Coatings industry in 2006, earning his way to the level of Project Manager. He has experience in multiple sectors of the industry, including: petrochemical refining, DoD facilities, pipeline, commercial, and new construction projects. Joining TIC in 2020, his responsibilities are to establish/maintain relationships with General Contractors, provide direction and support for our field personnel, and to ensure projects are completed safely, and with quality and efficiency, with a focus on international projects.

Tools

  • NACE level I #9298903
  • Osha 30hr
  • Scaffold competent
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Fall prevention
  • Confined space
  • Hazard Communication
  • EM385 40 Hour
Matthew Thomas

Project Engineer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2016

Matthew started with Thomas as a high school student and continued to work at TIC while he pursued his degree in Civil Engineering from Missouri University…

Project Engineer

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2016

Matthew started with Thomas as a high school student and continued to work at TIC while he pursued his degree in Civil Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology. Now graduated, his responsibilities are to establish and maintain relationships with general contractors, provide direction and support for our crew members, oversee the daily operations of multiple projects, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. He will also be tasked with assisting business developers by calculating takeoffs and estimates based on the project specifications and plans.
Education

  • Bachelor Of Science in Civil Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology

Tools

  • SSPC C-1: Fundamentals of Protective Coatings for Industrial Structures
  • Osha 30

Safety & Health

Jon Lewis

Environmental, Health & Safety Director

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1999

Jon joined the Thomas Industrial Coatings team as an apprentice in 1999. Since then, he has worked his way to foreman / superintendent and in January 2017 he moved to…

Safety Coordinator

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1999

Jon joined the Thomas Industrial Coatings team as an apprentice in 1999. Since then, he has worked his way to foreman / superintendent and in January 2017 he moved to the safety department. Jon was promoted to his current position after serving 4+ years as a Safety Coordinator assisting our previous EH&S Director with day-to-day operations, on-site inspections and training of employees, and to help ensure the safety and health of all Thomas Industrial Coatings employees on our job sites. Jon’s current role at TIC is to lead, direct and drive continuous improvement in all of the company’s environmental, health, safety, and industrial hygiene programs.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety, Eastern Kentucky University

Certifications:

  • Certified Safety Professional
  • Construction Health and Safety Technician
  • Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist

Tools:

  • OSHA 30-hour construction course
  • OSHA 30-hour maritime course
  • STS / Safety Trained Supervisor Construction
  • EM 385 40-Hour Training
  • Scaffold Competent Person
  • Permit Required Confined Space
  • HAZCOM training
  • CPR / AED / First Aid
  • Missouri Lead Abatement Supervisor
  • SSPC C-3 / C-5: Supervisor / Competent Person for Deleading of Industrial Structures
  • SSPC C-7: Certified Abrasive Blaster
  • SSPC C-12: Airless Spray Program
  • SSPC: Coating Application Specialist (CAS)
  • NACE Level 3 Certified Coating Inspector #36782
  • Fall Protection Competent Person
  • Powered Industrial Trucks
  • Respiratory Protection
  • EM 385 24-Hour Fall Protection
  • Silica Awareness
  • Lock Out Tag Out
  • Reasonable Suspicion

Accounting

Alyssa Edmundson

Accountant

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2016

Alyssa is responsible for processing weekly payroll and ensuring compliance with wage requirements for all projects. She also enters accounts payable invoices and tackles a…

Accountant

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2016

Alyssa is responsible for processing weekly payroll and ensuring compliance with wage requirements for all projects. She also enters accounts payable invoices and tackles a wide variety of other projects within the accounting department.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of
    Missouri—St. Louis
  • Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Operations Management,
    University of Missouri—St. Louis
Claudia Thomas

Administrative Assistant

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1991

Claudia, Don’s wife, helped start Thomas Industrial Coatings in 1991. Duties include licensing company vehicles and trailers, banking, office stocking and…

Administrative Assistant

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 1991

Claudia, Don’s wife, helped start Thomas Industrial Coatings in 1991. Duties include licensing company vehicles and trailers, banking, office stocking and assisting project managers with any special assignments.

Kim DeGeare

Accounting Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2013

Kim is responsible for managing the General Ledger including all Payroll and accounts payable processing. Kim also manages the union benefits for over 20 union locals…

Accounting Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2013

Kim is responsible for managing the General Ledger including all Payroll and accounts payable processing. Kim also manages the union benefits for over 20 union locals and prevailing wage requirements in dozens of jurisdictions.

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Finance, University of
    Missouri—Columbia

Tools:

  • CPR / First Aid
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction course
Sarah Shoopman

Administrative Assistant

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2021

Sarah handles a wide array of responsibilities for both TIC Business and Operations departments. Sarah assists with accounts receivable, job cost allocation and reporting, as well as…

Accounting Manager

with Thomas Industrial Coatings since 2021

Sarah handles a wide array of responsibilities for both TIC Business and Operations departments. Sarah assists with accounts receivable, job cost allocation and reporting, as well as assisting management with special projects and duties.

Tools:

  • OSHA 30-hour General Industry course
  • Bachelor of Science – Missouri Baptist University
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