Darian Mizgier
Houma,LA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Valve Technician
Danos
Houma, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Responsibilities of a Valve technician include building, conducting routine testing, inspection and maintenance on various valve types. This ensures optimal performance for inland companies and on different offshore platforms for extended periods of time.
- Technicians also diagnose and repair valve malfunctions and leakages by using industry-standard tools and techniques; reducing downtime by performing timely service on valves, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing production delays.
- Types of equipment regularly maintained include Valves, PSVs, PRVs, VPSVs and Flame/Stack Arrestors as per BSEE standards.
Vessel Agent
Nord-Sud Shipping
Lutcher, LA
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Vessel Agent responsibilities include coordination with cross-functional teams and federal agencies to ensure timely cargo delivery and compliance. Agents also maintain accurate records of client communication, clearances, cargo reporting and other relevant documentation for seamless operations within the agency.
Oiler
Associated Terminals
Convent, LA
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Responsibilities of an oiler include supervising the process of drafting barges, leading and assisting the deck crew during trans-loading operations, conducting pre-job safety inspections of deck and equipment, performing routine maintenance on equipment/machinery, operating winches and maintaining lubrication schedule and records, upholding appropriate housekeeping standards, completing daily inspection reports, and overall support company safety initiatives while demonstrating knowledge of all required competencies.
Stevedore
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
Westwego, LA
01.2022 - 07.2023
- General stevedore responsibilities include rigging heavy equipment meant for insertion into barges/ship holes, performing and documenting daily safety inspections, and drafting barges to ensure a safe load balance.
- Responsible for servicing and operating equipment such as excavators, front-end loaders, and skid steers. Services include changes of oil, grease, hydraulic fluid, and multiple filters.
Lawn Maintenance
Foret Group
Thibodaux, LA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsible for traveling to multiple worksite locations to safely complete lawn maintenance jobs.
- History of successful crew supervision which consequently resulted in increased job productivity.
Seafood Clerk
Rouses Market
Thibodaux, LA
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Gained essential customer service skills by working with the community.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thibodaux High School
2021
Skills
Proficient with operating heavy equipment (eg, excavator, front-end loader, skid steer)
Profound sense of responsibility and work ethic
Experience with overseeing and guiding team members
Prioritizes on-site job safety
Effective verbal and written communication
Naturally inherent leadership skills
Proficient computer skills (eg, Helm, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word)
Certification
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certification completed in 2020.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) received in 2022.
• In-house qualifications (Associated Terminals): Heavy equipment, man lift, qualified person electrical safety, competent person LOTO, competent person fall protection, rigging certification, OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid, water survival.
Timeline
Valve Technician
Danos
08.2025 - Current
Vessel Agent
Nord-Sud Shipping
03.2025 - 08.2025
Oiler
Associated Terminals
07.2023 - 03.2025
Stevedore
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM)
01.2022 - 07.2023
Lawn Maintenance
Foret Group
05.2021 - 01.2022
Seafood Clerk
Rouses Market
10.2019 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Thibodaux High School