Eddie LaFrance
New Orleans,Louisiana
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pressure Washer
Johnsons Pressure Washing Services LLC
07.2024 - Current
- Operated high-pressure washing equipment to restore surfaces efficiently.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed during all cleaning operations.
- Maintained and serviced pressure washing tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within tight deadlines.
- Developed effective cleaning techniques to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Inspected washing tools, equipment, and materials daily for damage or needed repairs.
- Executed detailed cleaning tasks for residential and commercial properties consistently.
Ironworker
Zachry Group
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components according to specifications and safety standards.
- Operated heavy machinery, including cranes and hoists, to transport materials on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise execution of construction plans.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency and meet project deadlines.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for buildings , generators and other structures.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Cut, positioned, and bolted down steel bars, contributing to durability of structures.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
Electrical Rigger
Local Union 478
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Set up rigging equipment for use in production sets and stages.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipments using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
- Upgraded lighting systems to improve energy efficiency and performance.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Install, position, and focus lighting fixtures according to Director or Gaffers instruction
- Adjust lighting during rehearsals and shooting to achieve the desire look.
Industrial Sand Blaster/Industrial Painter
Insulation Incorporated
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Operated high-pressure sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for coating and insulation.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure surface preparation met industry standards before coating application.
- Analyzed project requirements to determine appropriate blasting methods, improving process accuracy and effectiveness.
- Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
- Set up portable sandblasters and maintained clean and safe work zone.
- Determined accurate mixtures and times for sandblasting to meet desired finish.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Primed, painted, varnished and lacquered walls and surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
Structural Welder
Chet Morrison Contractors
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Welded sink plates and cabin walls for ship vessle
Boilermaker
Brown and Root
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School
New Orleans, LANo Degree - Biology
Southern University At New Orleans
New Orleans, LAWelding
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LASkills
- High-pressure washing
- Safety
- Electrical installation
- Sandblasting
- Rigging and lifting
- Painting and coating
- Personal protective equipment
- Grinding
- Welding
- Flux core welding
- Forklift operation
- Packing equipment operation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Basic mathematics
- Shipping and Receiving
- Rigging
- Safety
- Sandblasting
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Rigging
- Communication
- OSHA workplace safety
Certification
Boilermaker Maintenance - NCCER
TWIC
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Pressure Washer
Johnsons Pressure Washing Services LLC
07.2024 - Current
Ironworker
Zachry Group
04.2023 - 06.2024
Electrical Rigger
Local Union 478
08.2021 - 03.2023
Industrial Sand Blaster/Industrial Painter
Insulation Incorporated
08.2017 - 03.2021
Structural Welder
Chet Morrison Contractors
06.2016 - 02.2017
Boilermaker
Brown and Root
10.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School
No Degree - Biology
Southern University At New Orleans
Welding
Delgado Community College