Austin Slaydon
Deep South Crane and Rigging
Pitkin,LA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Dedicated Mechanical/Piping Foreman with a solid background in supervising mechanical and piping operations. Known for attention to detail and strong time management skills, ensuring compliance with safety standards while driving quality assurance in all projects. While also having a background in and the skills to perform as a Quality Control inspector.
Work History
Rigger
7 Months- Inspected rigging gear for compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute complex lifts.
- Analyzed load specifications to determine appropriate rigging methods for various applications.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
Mechanical/Piping Foreman
1 Year 1 Month- Supported daily mechanical operations to maintain safety compliance.
- Assisted in coordinating maintenance schedules to reduce equipment downtime.
- Guided new employees in learning safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Helped troubleshoot mechanical issues to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Worked with team members to facilitate better task execution and communication.
- Performed inspections of machinery to spot potential maintenance needs.
- Interpreted prints to identify accurate work scope locations and equipment.
Quality Control Inspector
2 Years 3 Months- Inspected products for defects to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted routine audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with production teams to develop and implement quality control protocols.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
Boilermaker Foreman
1 Year 11 Months- Supervised daily operations of boilermaking projects to ensure safety and quality.
- Coordinated workflow between teams to optimize project efficiency and resource use.
- Trained junior boilermakers on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment handling.
- Inspected completed work to confirm compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance.
- Repaired and maintained high-pressure steam lines, tanks, vessels, pumps, valves.
- Supervised installation of new boilers and related equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Provided technical guidance to Boilermakers on welding, cutting, and fitting of materials.
Boilermaker/pipe Fitter
5 Years 2 Months- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and safety measures.
- Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Studied blueprints to determine locations, relationships, and dimensions of parts.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
Education
High School
Skills
Equipment maintenance
Mechanical troubleshooting
Blueprint interpretation
Quality assurance
Effective communication
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Time management
Work order processing
Certification
NCCCO Rigger 1
Timeline
Rigger
Deep South Crane and Rigging
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Mechanical/Piping Foreman
USI
11.2024 - 12.2025Read More
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09.2022 - 08.2024Read More
Quality Control Inspector
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05.2022 - 08.2024Read More
Boilermaker/pipe Fitter
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06.2019 - 08.2024Read More
East Beauregard High School
High School
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