David Saldivar
Burlington,MA
Summary
Hard-working Ironworker with excellent attendance record and stamina to perform strenuous labor. Personable, used to working outdoors and promoting 24 years of employment operating dangerous equipment safely. Adaptable to all types of situations and works productively with different personalities. Safety-conscious Ironworker known for effectively communicating with team members and remaining attentive while working in high-risk environments. Lifts heavy items and works in adverse weather conditions with superior performance and reliability. Experienced Reinforcing Ironworker skilled with reading and understanding architectural blueprints. Used plans and schematics to reinforce concrete walls with varying thicknesses of rebar. Customized reinforcements material based on needs of architect and structural engineering design.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ironworker
Ironworkers Local 86
1999.05 - Current
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Enhanced workplace safety with consistent adherence to established protocols and regulations.
- Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
- Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
- Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Bolstered project accuracy with thorough inspections of erected structures for alignment, levelness, and proper placement.
- Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques.
- Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
- Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
- Enabled enhanced cost savings through diligent assessment of materials needed, reducing unnecessary expenditures.
- Streamlined project workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- 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.
- Skilled in use of specialized metalworking and concrete manipulation tools to perform assigned tasks.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sedro Woolley Senior High School
Sedro-woolley, WA06.1996
Skills
- Welding
- Scaffolding
- Safety Measures
- Metal Decking Installation
- Rigging Preparation
- Blueprint Reading
- Job Site Preparation
- Safety Protocols and Procedures
- Elevated Work Platform Set up
- Job Planning
- OSHA Compliance
- Risk Management
- Quality Control
- Component Inspection
- Heavy Lifting
- Forklift Operation
- Construction Safety
- Team Coordination
- Hand Tools Operation
- Problem Solving
- Fall Protection
- Structural Welding
- Industrial Maintenance
- Rebar Installation
- Concrete Reinforcement
- Crane Signaling
- Rigging Techniques
- Aerial Work Platform
- Pre-Engineered Buildings
- Steel Fabrication
Certification
- forklift certified Crane and rigging certified Osha certified Cpr,Aed and basic first aid Lift director certified High hazard facilities worker
Timeline
Ironworker
Ironworkers Local 86
1999.05 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sedro Woolley Senior High School
- forklift certified Crane and rigging certified Osha certified Cpr,Aed and basic first aid Lift director certified High hazard facilities worker
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