Dustin Parker
Graford,TX
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as a Sandblaster Foreman at Brazos River Authority. Proven ability in team coordination and employee training, enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in safety management and blueprint interpretation, consistently achieving high standards in project execution and crew leadership. Adaptable and detail-oriented, committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sandblaster Foreman
Brazos River Authority
2018.05 - Current
- Trained new employees on proper sandblasting techniques and equipment use.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline sandblasting processes for efficiency.
- Scheduled and conducted Safety Teams meetings
- Assisted in training new employees on proper sandblasting procedures, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
- Planned weekly work schedule.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Managed inventory.
- Create work sheets for proper paint mixture.
- Perform fit test for half face respirators.
Boat Captain
Possum Kingdom Docks
2014.04 - 2018.05
- Supervised daily dock procedures, maintaining high safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Identified potential hazards quickly, addressing them proactively to prevent accidents or damage to the boat.
- Navigated diverse waterways, ensuring passenger safety.
- Maintained welding equipment, performing routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
- Demonstrated expertise in various welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
- Maintained precise measurements for accurate fabrication by utilizing blueprints and drawings effectively.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Lead Welder
Larry Archer
2011.12 - 2015.04
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding equipment to uphold operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and minimize downtime.
- Led projects focusing on process improvements, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Ordered materials for the welding department.
Education
High School Diploma -
Graford
Graford, TXSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Safety trained
- Adaptable work approach
- Team coordination
- Attention to detail
- Crew leadership
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Daily reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee training
- Materials management
- Blueprint interpretation
Certification
- CCO - Certified Crane Operator TLL/LBC
- Certified for Stainless Steel welding hard wire/fluxcore.
- Certified for 3g and 4g mild steel welding
- PADI AWARE
- Master Scuba Diver
- Rescue Diver
- EFR-Primary Care (CPR)and Sec Care(1st)w/AED
- Emergency Oxygen Provider
- Full Face mask Diver
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- Dry suit Diver
- Open Water Diver
- Enriched Air Diver
- Peak Performance Buoyancy
Timeline
Sandblaster Foreman
Brazos River Authority
2018.05 - Current
Boat Captain
Possum Kingdom Docks
2014.04 - 2018.05
Lead Welder
Larry Archer
2011.12 - 2015.04
High School Diploma -
Graford