Jacob Powell
Lexington,SC
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Rigger with proven expertise at Southern Industrial Constructors in load balancing and safety protocols. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous equipment inspections and effective teamwork. Adept at problem-solving and committed to maintaining high safety standards, ensuring successful project execution and client satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Rigger
Southern Industrial Constructors
01.2024 - Current
- Operated rigging equipment to ensure safe and efficient lifting processes.
- Inspected rigging gear for compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute complex lifting operations.
- Assisted in training junior riggers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment inspections and maintenance activities.
Landscaper
Gregory Landscape Services
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Operated landscaping equipment to execute design plans efficiently.
- Maintained gardens by pruning, weeding, and mulching to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project deadlines were consistently met.
- Developed planting schedules based on seasonal changes and client requests.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
- Resolved client concerns promptly by addressing issues professionally and offering viable solutions.
- Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Furniture Assembler
Sherwoods Furniture Warehouse
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to ensure precision in construction and assembly tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize assembly workflow and enhance productivity.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with safety and design standards.
- Fastened parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, glue or other fasteners according to blueprints and customer specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pelion High School
Pelion, SC06-2021
Skills
- Machinery alignment
- Winch operation
- Knot tying expertise
- Crane signaling
- Hazard identification
- Hand signal communication
- Chain hoist operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Confined space entry
- Incident reporting
- Industrial maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Load balancing
- Weather monitoring
- Load calculations
- Wire rope handling
- Overhead crane operation
- Cargo securing
- Global positioning system
- Anchor point selection
- Worksite safety procedures
- Elevated work platforms
- Fall protection systems
- Rigging hardware knowledge
- Sling selection
- Load distribution planning
- Two-way radio use
- Synthetic rope handling
- Hoisting equipment operation
- Equipment moving
- Basic mathematical skill
- Rigging preparation
- OSHA regulations
- Rigging planning
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Loading and unloading rigs
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safety protocols
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
Accomplishments
I've been working for SIC for two and a half years and I've earned my certifications and my Journeyman statice
Certification
I have my NCCER certificates in rigging along with crane flagging/ signaling
Additional Information
I worked for SIC from June of 2021 til May of 2022
Timeline
Journeyman Rigger
Southern Industrial Constructors
01.2024 - Current
Landscaper
Gregory Landscape Services
05.2022 - 12.2023
Furniture Assembler
Sherwoods Furniture Warehouse
08.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Pelion High School