Jarrel Thomas
Hammond,LA
Summary
- To obtain employment with a progressive company that will utilize my skills and knowledge and offer opportunity for growth and advancement.
- Over 10 years of working experience
- Hard worker, team player, dependable and detail oriented
- Quick learner who can easily adapt to new responsibilities and situations
- Hold TWIC, Security Passport, OSHA, NCCER, Forklift & Hydro Blaster Certifications Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydroblast Technician
USA Debusk service
Geismar, Louisiana
01.2026 - Current
- Operated high-pressure hydroblasting equipment to effectively clean industrial surfaces, ensuring optimal surface preparation for subsequent processes.
- Prepared hydroblasting sites by clearing debris and ensuring readiness. for hydroblasting operations and equipment setup.
- Adhered to safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment, minimizing risks for team and equipment.
Foreman/Operator
PQ Group
Gramercy, LA
08.2020 - Current
- Supervised crew to ensure timely completion of daily tasks
- Supervise crew on daily tasks
- Operate railcar, loading and unloading equipment, conveyors, hoists, and other specialized material handling equipment
- Coordinated with refinery supervisors to share critical findings and enhance operational efficiency
- Verify railcar load numbers to ensure placement accuracy
- Coordinate with other refinery supervisors about findings
- Participated in weekly safety meetings to discuss protocols and updates
- Monitored product movement to optimize warehouse logistics and ensure accurate inventory levels
- Worked at Louisiana Sugar Refinery to support daily operations.
Security Guard
Rivers Security Inc
Amite, LA
05.2015 - 09.2026
- Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules.
- May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment.
Hydro Blaster
Vecta Environmental Services
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Operated hydro blasting equipment to ensure effective cleaning and surface preparation
- Performed setups for hydro blasting operations to optimize workflow and safety
- Inspected materials and equipment for jobs to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Maintained specific pressure levels during operations
- Complied with proper PPE
- Performed setups
- Used vacuuming equipment to perform proper removal
- Disposed of hazardous/non-hazardous materials
- Utilized vacuuming equipment for effective material removal to perform proper removal
Hydro Blaster
ES&H Production Group
Houma, LA
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Executed various physical labor tasks at job sites.
- Cleaned and prepared job sites
- Cleaned and prepared job sites to ensure safety and readiness for operations
- Set braces to support equipment and instruments
- Disposed of hazardous/non-hazardous materials in compliance with safety regulations
- Provided support to craft workers on various projects.
Hydroblaster Technician
Es&H Production Group, Llc
Houma, LA
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Executed physical labor tasks at construction sites to support project progression.
- May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials.
- Cleaned and prepared sites by digging trenches, setting braces to support excavations, erecting scaffolding, and removing rubble and debris.
- Assisted skilled craft workers with various tasks on construction projects.
Operator
Leaf Services, Llc
Madisonville, LA
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated industrial trucks or tractors to transport materials efficiently within warehouse, storage yard, factory, and construction site.
- Operated machinery for efficient service delivery and task completion.
- Adhered to safety protocols while managing daily operational tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
Operator
Leaf Services
Madisonville, LA
02.2015 - 12.2015
- Executed various physical labor tasks on job sites to support project completion.
- Operated industrial trucks to facilitate material transportation
- Transported materials within warehouse to facilitate inventory management and organization.
- Conducted cleaning and preparation of job sites to ensure safe working conditions.
Production Worker
Baumer Foods Inc
Metairie, LA
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Assisted production workers with basic tasks.
- Supplied and held materials or tools while maintaining cleanliness of work area and equipment.
- Operated machinery for food production processes at Baumer Foods Inc.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas during shifts.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling finished products efficiently.
Production Worker
Baumer Foods
Metairie, LA
03.2012 - 12.2014
- Executed various manual tasks in support of production operations
- Operated production line to ensure efficient workflow
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to ensure safety and efficiency
- Maneuvered forklifts to transport materials within warehouse safely
Hydroblaster
Matrix Service Inc
Reserve, LA
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Cleaned vehicles and machinery using appropriate cleaning methods and tools.
- Utilized water, cleaning agents, and tools to effectively clean surfaces.
- Operated high-pressure water blasters for cleaning industrial equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during hydroblasting operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on hydroblasting tools and equipment.
Hydroblaster
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Clean vehicles and machinery using appropriate methods and tools.
- Utilize water and cleaning agents with brushes and cloths to achieve cleanliness.
- Operated high-pressure water blasting equipment for industrial cleaning.
- Followed strict safety protocols while executing hydroblasting tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete cleaning projects efficiently.
Painter
Miken Specialties Ltd
Hahnville, LA
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Painted walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray guns to enhance appearance and protect surfaces.
- Removed old paint from surfaces using scrapers and sanders.
- Mixed colors and oils to achieve desired color and consistency for various painting projects.
Labor Contractor
Harcon Construction Inc
Hammond, IN
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Moved freight and stock to ensure timely delivery and inventory management.
- Categorized various manual labor tasks for efficient allocation.
- Managed daily construction site activities and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated labor schedules and assigned tasks to team members effectively.
- Operated tools and machinery to assist in various construction projects.
Laborer/Painter
Harcon Construction Inc
Hammond, LA
06.2010 - 07.2012
- Executed various manual tasks to support project completion.
- Stripped old paint from structures to ensure proper surface preparation
- Used painting equipment to perform tasks
- Cleaned and prepped job sites for efficient painting operations
- Performed general labor
Education
GED - High School Diploma Equivalent
Lutcher High School
Lutcher, LASkills
- Press operation
- Evacuation procedures
- Materials handling
- Packaging
- LOTO
- Load & unload
- Cutting
- Dozer
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- OSHA
- Packaging machines
- Grinding
- Machine loading
- Passenger vehicle
- TWIC Card
- Loader Operation
- Security
- Carpentry
- Machine operation
- Excavator
- Skid steer loader
- Food industry
- GPS
- Security Passport
- Maintenance
- Hard worker
- Team player
- Dependable
- Detail oriented
- Quick learner
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Fire safety procedures
- Monitoring machines
- Backhoe Operation
- Pressing machines
Certification
- NCCER Certification, Indefinite
- TWIC Card, 11/25 to 10/30
- Confined Space Certification, Indefinite
- Forklift Certification, Indefinite
- Drivers License, Indefinite
- Security Guard, Indefinite
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Hydroblast Technician
USA Debusk service
01.2026 - Current
Foreman/Operator
PQ Group
08.2020 - Current
Hydro Blaster
Vecta Environmental Services
01.2018 - 07.2020
Hydro Blaster
ES&H Production Group
02.2016 - 07.2017
Hydroblaster Technician
Es&H Production Group, Llc
02.2016 - 07.2017
Security Guard
Rivers Security Inc
05.2015 - 09.2026
Operator
Leaf Services, Llc
04.2015 - 12.2015
Operator
Leaf Services
02.2015 - 12.2015
Production Worker
Baumer Foods Inc
01.2015 - 04.2015
Hydroblaster
Matrix Service Inc
03.2014 - 10.2014
Hydroblaster
01.2014 - 02.2014
Painter
Miken Specialties Ltd
03.2013 - 09.2013
Labor Contractor
Harcon Construction Inc
08.2012 - 10.2012
Production Worker
Baumer Foods
03.2012 - 12.2014
Laborer/Painter
Harcon Construction Inc
06.2010 - 07.2012
GED - High School Diploma Equivalent
Lutcher High School