Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Erik Martinez

Optimal Field Services
Houston,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience

Dynamic Scaffold Leadman with extensive experience at Turner Industries, adept at enforcing OSHA regulations and fostering team relationships. Proven track record in enhancing job site safety and efficiency through effective task delegation and hazard identification. Skilled in scaffold assembly and committed to delivering high-quality results on time.

Work History

Scaffold Builder

1 Year
BrandSafway | 08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Erected and dismantled scaffold structures following blueprints, site plans, and safety requirements.
  • Inspected scaffold components for damage, proper fit, and compliance before installation.
  • Secured frames, braces, planks, and guardrails to maintain stable work platforms.
  • Loaded, organized, and transported scaffold materials to support efficient jobsite setup.
  • Applied fall protection practices and PPE requirements to reduce jobsite hazards.
  • Enhanced job site safety by assembling and dismantling safe, secure scaffolding structures.

Scaffold Leadman/Foreman

1 Year
Optimal Field Services | 07.2025 - 07.2026
  • Supervised scaffold crew to assemble, modify, and dismantle structures per project specifications.
  • Enforced fall protection, PPE, and site safety procedures throughout scaffold operations.
  • Inspected scaffold components for damage, fit, and compliance before installation.
  • Coordinated material staging, delivery, and retrieval to maintain efficient workflow.
  • Read blueprints and work scopes to determine scaffold placement and access needs.
  • Communicated with supervisors and craft teams to align scaffold priorities with job requirements.
  • Trained crew members on scaffold erection methods, tagging, and hazard awareness.
  • Mentored junior team members, emphasizing adherence to safety protocols and industry best practices.

Painter

2 Years 5 Months
Turner Industries | 02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Prepared surfaces by scraping, sanding, and cleaning to support durable coating application.
  • Applied industrial paints, primers, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
  • Mixed coating materials according to specifications to maintain proper color, consistency, and coverage.
  • Inspected surfaces for defects and corrected uneven areas before finishing work.
  • Followed jobsite safety procedures, including PPE use and containment practices during painting tasks.

Scaffold Leadman/Foreman

2 Years 5 Months
Turner Industries | 02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Led scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling in alignment with OSHA and site safety requirements.
  • Inspected scaffold components, tagging defective materials and removing unsafe equipment from service.
  • Directed crew assignments to maintain workflow, productivity, and jobsite compliance.
  • Interpreted drawings and work plans to determine scaffold layout, height, and support needs.
  • Trained crew members on scaffold assembly techniques, tool use, and hazard recognition.
  • Managed inventory control, ensuring all necessary materials were available for timely project completion.
  • Led a team of scaffolding professionals, providing guidance and supervision to ensure quality workmanship.

Insulation Installer

1 Year
BrandSafway | 08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Installed industrial insulation on piping, vessels, and equipment using hand tools and power tools.
  • Measured and cut insulation materials to fit surfaces, elbows, and irregular configurations accurately.
  • Applied metal jacketing and cladding to protect insulated systems from weather and damage.
  • Removed damaged insulation safely while maintaining clean work areas and proper material handling.

Machine Operator

2 Years 4 Months
Metal Prep | 04.2019 - 08.2021
  • Operated metal preparation machinery to process materials safely and consistently.
  • Inspected finished parts for quality, dimensions, and surface defects.
  • Monitored equipment settings and adjusted controls to maintain production standards.
  • Loaded raw materials and removed finished product from machine stations.

Driver/Team Lead

1 Year 7 Months
Texscape Services | 04.2017 - 11.2018
  • Operated company vehicle to deliver landscaping materials, tools, and equipment to job sites.
  • Loaded and unloaded supplies safely, securing cargo to prevent damage during transit.
  • Completed pre-trip inspections and reported vehicle issues to support safe, reliable operations.
  • Followed assigned routes and schedule changes to maintain timely service across work locations.

Education

GED

Lee College | Baytown, TX

Have 30 credits on my associate degree, planning on finishing

Skills

Tool maintenance
Deadline management
Task delegation
OSHA regulations
Industry networking
Fall protection
Team relationships
Hazard identification
Relationship building
Safety regulations

Certification

Safety Site Manager , Safety Site Technician,OSHA 30, NCCER, Professional Welder

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Scaffold Leadman/Foreman

Optimal Field Services
07.2025 - 07.2026Read More

Painter

Turner Industries
02.2023 - 07.2025Read More

Scaffold Leadman/Foreman

Turner Industries
02.2023 - 07.2025Read More

Scaffold Builder

BrandSafway
08.2021 - 08.2022Read More

Insulation Installer

BrandSafway
08.2021 - 08.2022Read More

Machine Operator

Metal Prep
04.2019 - 08.2021Read More

Driver/Team Lead

Texscape Services
04.2017 - 11.2018Read More

Lee College

GED
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Erik Martinez