Aaron Daniel
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Seasoned Ironworker/Rigger offering 8 years of construction industry experience, efficient and safe equipment operations and on-time project completion. Communicates precisely with crew and management to promote project completion and adherence to safety protocols. Currently seeking Crane Operator Position.
A highly skilled Iron Worker/Rigger with a strong
background in crane operations, seeking to leverage my
skills and experience as a Crane Operator. I bring a
strong commitment to safety, a history of working with a
variety of materials, and a deep understanding of rigging
techniques.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Rigger/Crane Operator
McDermott LLC
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
Journeyman Rigger
Worley
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Strengthened teamwork among crew members through clear communication of expectations, responsibilities, and objectives.
- Collaborated with crane operators to safely maneuver heavy loads, ensuring proper placement and alignment.
- Improved project efficiency by coordinating with team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Reduced downtime by promptly identifying and troubleshooting issues with rigging equipment.
- Participated in pre-job meetings to discuss job scope, safety requirements, and specific rigging needs for each project.
- Assisted in training new hires on safe rigging procedures, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
Journeyman Rigger
Optimal Field Services, LLC
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with crane operators to safely maneuver heavy loads, ensuring proper placement and alignment.
- Mitigated risk exposure while executing high-stakes lifts through meticulous planning and adherence to established protocols.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices and lessons learned from past projects with fellow riggers.
- Increased productivity by accurately calculating load capacities and determining the appropriate rigging gear for each job.
Journeyman Rigger
McDermott, LLC
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Improved project efficiency by coordinating with team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Participated in pre-job meetings to discuss job scope, safety requirements, and specific rigging needs for each project.
- Maximized equipment life by performing regular preventive maintenance on slings, shackles, hoists, and other rigging components.
- Assisted in training new hires on safe rigging procedures, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
Journeyman Ironworker/Journeyman Rigger
Starcon International
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported successful project completion with timely installations of metal decking, stairs, and handrails as required.
- Increased team productivity by coordinating tasks with fellow ironworkers, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
Journeyman Ironworker/Rigger
Field Force Solutions
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Increased overall team competency by providing mentorship and guidance to apprentice ironworkers, sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Ensured project safety through diligent inspection of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved workplace organization by maintaining a clean job site, reducing hazards and increasing efficiency.
- Supported successful project completion with timely installations of metal decking, stairs, and handrails as required.
- Delivered reliable performance in extreme weather conditions while working at significant heights on a variety of projects.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
Journeyman Rigger
McDermott LLC
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with crane operators to safely maneuver heavy loads, ensuring proper placement and alignment.
- Minimized disruptions during facility outages by developing detailed lift plans to execute complex lifts safely and efficiently.
- Improved project efficiency by coordinating with team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Reduced downtime by promptly identifying and troubleshooting issues with rigging equipment.
- Participated in pre-job meetings to discuss job scope, safety requirements, and specific rigging needs for each project.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices and lessons learned from past projects with fellow riggers.
- Maximized equipment life by performing regular preventive maintenance on slings, shackles, hoists, and other rigging components.
- Assisted in training new hires on safe rigging procedures, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
- Implemented best practices in rigging techniques, resulting in improved overall performance and reduced accidents.
Journeyman Ironworker
Maintenance Enterprise Incorporated(MEI)
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Increased team productivity by coordinating tasks with fellow ironworkers, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Safeguarded fellow workers from potential hazards by diligently maintaining proper fall protection systems during all phases of construction activity.
- Improved workplace organization by maintaining a clean job site, reducing hazards and increasing efficiency.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
Ironworker Helper
Saulsbury Industries
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Collaborated closely with ironworkers during rigging operations to safely hoist heavy materials into place.
- Consistently demonstrated strong work ethic by arriving punctually for shifts, displaying a positive attitude towards tasks assigned daily responsibilities diligently executed throughout each shift's duration without complaint or delay caused due ineffici
- Strengthened teamwork dynamics within crew through active participation in problem-solving discussions related to daily tasks or challenges faced on the job site.
- Enhanced team productivity by offering assistance in areas outside of primary job responsibilities, demonstrating adaptability and eagerness to learn new skills.
- Assisted in the erection of structural steel components, ensuring proper alignment and secure connections.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and using protective gear during tasks.
Education
General Education Diploma -
Cossatot Community College of The University of Arkansas
Ashdown, AR02.2002
Skills
Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Journeyman Rigger/Crane Operator
McDermott LLC
04.2023 - 07.2024
Journeyman Rigger
Worley
02.2023 - 04.2023
Journeyman Rigger
Optimal Field Services, LLC
01.2023 - 02.2023
Journeyman Rigger
McDermott, LLC
02.2022 - 10.2022
Journeyman Ironworker/Journeyman Rigger
Starcon International
10.2020 - 01.2021
Journeyman Ironworker/Rigger
Field Force Solutions
07.2020 - 10.2020
Journeyman Rigger
McDermott LLC
04.2016 - 04.2020
Journeyman Ironworker
Maintenance Enterprise Incorporated(MEI)
03.2015 - 01.2016
Ironworker Helper
Saulsbury Industries
11.2014 - 03.2015
General Education Diploma -
Cossatot Community College of The University of Arkansas