Daniel Martinez Acosta
Union,NE
Summary
Accomplished Ironworker Journeyman with extensive experience at Topping Out- Davis Erection, specializing in structural work and OSHA compliance. Proven ability to enhance team productivity through effective collaboration and decision-making. Recognized for delivering high-quality installations while maintaining rigorous safety standards and adapting to challenging environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ironworker Journeyman
Topping Out- Davis Erection
Omaha, NE
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for commercial projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise installations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high safety standards on job sites.
- Inspected finished work to uphold quality control measures and compliance.
- Assisted in training new ironworkers on tools and safety protocols.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Machine Operator
Turner Construction
Bellevue, NE
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Operated heavy machinery to ensure efficient project execution and adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections on equipment to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall productivity on job sites.
- Monitored production processes and quality standards, ensuring compliance with company specifications.
- Implemented standard operating procedures that reduced operational risks and enhanced workplace safety culture.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Some of the equipment used on this project were Boomlift, forklift, skid loader, and scissor Lifts.
Journeyman Ironworker
Zachry Group
Springfield, NE
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Fabricated and assembled steel structures according to specifications and blueprints.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex installation projects efficiently and safely.
- Conducted inspections of materials and finished products to maintain quality standards.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
- Achieved lasting connections between materials using skilled techniques such as riveting, welding, and bolting.
- Enhanced structural integrity by skillfully welding and bolting iron components.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Showcased versatility in skill set through the ability to work on diverse projects including commercial buildings, bridges, stadiums, and power plants and filter houses.
- Increased team productivity by coordinating tasks with fellow ironworkers, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Ironworker Apprentice
Gleeson Construction
Minnesota City, MN
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Collaborated with skilled ironworkers to ensure safety protocols were followed during construction activities.
- Assisted in the assembly of metal frameworks for buildings, ensuring accurate alignment and stability.
- Supported senior ironworkers in complex tasks, demonstrating commitment to skill development and teamwork.
- Maintained tools and equipment, performing routine inspections and repairs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Followed all safety regulations, promoting a culture of safety awareness among crew members on-site.
- Contributed to project timelines by efficiently completing assigned tasks within established deadlines.
- Contributed to on-time project delivery through effective communication with supervisors and other tradespeople.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending trade-specific workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
- Expedited task completion by effectively utilizing rigging devices such as slings, chains, cables, or ropes during lifting operations.
- Developed strong problem-solving techniques while adapting to unforeseen challenges during project execution phases.
- Bolstered teamwork efficiency by actively participating in pre-job meetings to discuss project-specific safety requirements and procedures.
- Displayed strong work ethic while carrying out assigned tasks under adverse weather conditions or challenging environments.
- Assisted in the repair of damaged structures using welding techniques to ensure their stability and durability after completion.
- Maintained a clean worksite environment, removing debris from work areas regularly to reduce hazards.
- Excelled in fast-paced environments due to quick learning abilities and adaptability towards various construction methods.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Humboldt High School
Humboldt, IA2010
Skills
Construction safety
Rigging techniques
Structural bolting
OSHA compliance
Structural welding
Aerial work platform
Crane signaling
Column erection
Rigging preparation
Heavy lifting
Anchor bolt setting
Job site preparation
Beam placement
Metal decking installation
Scaffolding
Joist installation
Blowtorches and equipment
High rise ironworking
Column connection
Ornamental ironworking
Hand tools operation
Decision-making
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Power tool operation
Reliability
Organizational skills
Adaptability
Certification
Aerial equipment operator certification.
First responder American Heart association certification.
Languages
Spanish and English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Ironworker Journeyman
Topping Out- Davis Erection
06.2025 - 05.2026
Machine Operator
Turner Construction
02.2025 - 06.2025
Journeyman Ironworker
Zachry Group
01.2022 - 11.2024
Ironworker Apprentice
Gleeson Construction
03.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Humboldt High School