Andres Garcia
Port Arthur,TX
Summary
Skilled Structural Steel Erector with experience in assembling and installing steel structures for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Possess strong knowledge of safety regulations and structural engineering principles. Proven ability to read blueprints accurately and work under challenging conditions to deliver projects on time. Have contributed positively in previous roles by improving operational efficiency through strategic planning and effective communication.
Safety-driven ironworker promoting several-year career working outdoors in extreme temperatures and lifting heavy items. Determined employee willing to communicate properly with all team members. Ready for new position with company that appreciates hard work and attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structural Steel Erector
Bill Brown Construction Company
San Jose, California
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Supervised crew members in proper steel placement in locations.
- Inserted additional sealing, wiring and insulating materials based on job-specific requirements.
- Coordinated closely with other tradespeople involved in the same construction project such as electricians or plumbers.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Operated forklifts and man-lifts safely while transporting materials from one location to another.
- Repaired damaged steel components by grinding off welds or replacing defective pieces.
- Maintained daily logs of progress on projects which included time worked as well as any delays due to weather or other issues encountered onsite.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Installed steel columns, beams, braces and girders according to specifications using cranes, hoists, rigging gear and hand tools.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Inspected all connections for tightness prior to completion of erection process.
- Ensured that all materials used were compliant with applicable building codes and standards.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the work area and took corrective action when needed.
- Provided guidance and instruction to less experienced workers regarding proper techniques for erecting structural steel components.
- Used chainsaws and cutting torches to cut steel members into proper lengths for installation.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Loaded completed projects onto flatbed trucks for delivery to customers' locations if needed.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as greasing moving parts on cranes or other machines used in erecting structures.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about work progress throughout each project's duration.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Removed debris from job sites upon completion of projects ensuring that no hazardous materials remained behind.
- Assisted crane operators with lifting heavy steel members during installation process.
- Followed safety protocols at all times including wearing protective clothing such as hard hats, gloves and goggles.
- Attached steel components together with bolts or welding equipment as needed.
- Aligned structures with plumb bobs, levels and lasers to ensure accuracy.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, drawings, sketches and other structural documents to determine the type of material required for each project.
- Erected steel frames for buildings, bridges and other structures.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Education
11th grade
William C. Overfelt High School
San Jose, CASkills
- Structural rigging
- Rigging techniques
- Structural connection
- Heavy lifting
- Power tools operation
- Structural layout
- Welding safety
- Steel erection
- Precision measurement
- Anchor bolt installation
- Steel detailing
- Steel joist erection
Certification
- 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health 8/24/2022. Adult First Aid/CPR AED. 8/02/2023 to 8/02/2025. Flux cored Arc Welding 3G,4G certified 12/01/2021. Shielded Metal arc Welding 18 Gage, Single and Double Sheet certified 11/24/2021.
Timeline
Structural Steel Erector
Bill Brown Construction Company
01.2018 - 12.2024
11th grade
William C. Overfelt High School