Cayden Ledford
Summary
Seasoned Rod Buster known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Specialize in reinforcing steel and mesh installation, blueprint reading, and safety compliance. Excel with strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills to ensure project success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Rod Buster
Advance tank and construction
Rincon
08.2025 - Current
- Installed reinforcing steel bars for concrete structures.
- Cut and bend rebar according to size specifications using hand tools such as hammers, wire cutters, and pliers.
- Secure rebar in place with tying wire or clamps for additional reinforcement.
- Operated hand tools and machinery for efficient rod placement.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted in reading and interpreting blueprints for project accuracy.
- Conducted quality checks on installed rebar before concrete pouring.
- Inspect completed work for accuracy and conformance to codes or standards.
- Maintained organized work areas to enhance productivity and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress.
- Load and unload materials onto trucks at job sites using cranes or other lifting devices.
- Assemble cages made from reinforcing steel bars by welding them together at specified points.
- Train new employees in proper safety protocols when working with reinforced steel bars.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
- Worked easily with different types of iron installations to complete on-time, high-quality work.
Industrial install foreman
Elite Engineering Solutions
Greer
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Supervised installation teams to ensure project compliance and efficiency.
- Conducted site inspections to verify compliance with safety regulations.
- Identified potential safety hazards during installation or repair process.
- Trained personnel in the safe use of tools associated with electricity-related activities.
- Managed tool inventory and maintenance for optimal performance on-site.
- Communicated with clients to clarify project requirements and expectations.
- Worked closely with customers and clients to identify their needs and provide solutions accordingly.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Documented project progress and maintained accurate records for reporting purposes.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed and materials used.
Pipefitter Helper
Vulcan Industrial Contractors
Rincon
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted skilled pipefitters in installing piping systems on industrial projects.
- Assisted Pipefitters in measuring, cutting, and threading pipes for installation.
- Installed piping systems including valves, flanges, pressure gauges and thermometers.
- Tested installed piping systems for leaks using air pressure gauges.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment at job sites.
- Prepared and organized tools and materials for daily tasks and installations.
- Supported team members by holding pipes in place during assembly and welding.
- Cleaned and inspected pipes for defects before installation.
- Cleaned work areas to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Grinded welds to ensure a smooth finish on the surface of the pipes.
- Fabricated pipeline components using cutting torches or grinders when necessary.
- Performed welding tasks such as soldering, brazing, and torch-cutting.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading and demonstrated knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on variety of projects.
Landscape Foreman
Collins lawn and landscape
Greer
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily landscaping tasks for residential and commercial properties.
- Coordinated project schedules and ensured timely completion of landscaping services.
- Delegated tasks to landscaping crews and supervised completion.
- Monitored job site safety and work quality of landscaping projects.
- Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
- Inspected landscapes after installation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained team members on equipment use and safety procedures.
- Conducted training sessions with crew members on safe operation of machinery and tools used in landscaping operations.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their landscaping needs.
- Met with clients to discuss landscaping project process and deliver details regarding completion and proper plant care.
- Ordered supplies needed for various landscaping tasks as required.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools needed for landscaping projects.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding proper techniques when performing various landscaping tasks.
- Monitored daily work schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs within budget parameters.
- Performed regular inspections on completed projects ensuring they meet specifications set forth in contracts signed with clients.
- Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
- Analyzed soil conditions before beginning any landscape project to determine best course of action.
- Created plans for new landscape designs based on customer needs.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks, and large, and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
Education
Blue Ridge High School
Greer, SCSkills
- Rebar installation
- Reinforcement placement
- Concrete pouring assistance
- Beam installation
- Column erection
- Structural bolting
- Steel cutting
- Steel fabrication
- Prefabricated steel unloading
- Rigging techniques
- Crane signaling
- Equipment operation
- Material handling
- Hand tool usage
- Hand tools operation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Site compliance verification
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Blue card certified
Timeline
Rod Buster
Advance tank and construction
08.2025 - Current
Industrial install foreman
Elite Engineering Solutions
01.2025 - 07.2025
Pipefitter Helper
Vulcan Industrial Contractors
09.2024 - 01.2025
Landscape Foreman
Collins lawn and landscape
05.2023 - 08.2024
Blue Ridge High School