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Jason Vaughn

Asotin,Washington

Summary

Hard-working Ironworker with an excellent attendance record and stamina to perform strenuous labor. Personable, used to working outdoors, and promoting 25 years of employment operating dangerous equipment safely. Adaptable to all types of situations and works productively with different personalities. Safety-conscious Ironworker known for effectively communicating with team members and remaining attentive while working in high-risk environments. Lifts heavy objects with cranes and works in adverse weather conditions with superior performance and reliability. Experienced Reinforcing Ironworker skilled with reading and understanding architectural blueprints. Used plans and schematics to reinforce concrete walls with varying thicknesses of rebar. Customized reinforcement material based on the needs of the architect and structural engineering design. Hardworking and skilled in installing cables to reinforce walls either too large or too distant for conventional reinforcement. Utilized metal mesh when preparing concrete slabs and foundations. Customized rebar to better fit and join sections of walls together through cutting, bending, and welding. Excellent work performance spanning a career of 25 years.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Ironworker Apprentice

Bechtel National Inc
02.2009 - 03.2012
  • Delivered reliable performance in extreme weather conditions while working at significant heights on a variety of projects.
  • Enhanced structural integrity by skillfully welding and bolting iron components.
  • Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
  • Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
  • Showcased versatility in skillset through the ability to work on diverse projects including commercial buildings, bridges, stadiums, and power plants.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.

Ironworker Apprentice

American Ironworks & Erectors
02.2006 - 03.2009
  • Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
  • Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
  • Set up and operated shears, brakes and presses to complete jobs to required specifications.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development by attending trade-specific workshops, seminars, and training sessions.
  • Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
  • Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
  • Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
  • Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
  • Displayed strong work ethic while carrying out assigned tasks under adverse weather conditions or challenging environments.

Journeyman Ironworker

Dahlgren Industrial
08.2005 - 09.2006
  • Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
  • Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
  • Streamlined fabrication processes for increased efficiency while consistently meeting tight deadlines on multiple concurrent projects.
  • Reduced downtime on projects by conducting regular maintenance checks on rigging equipment and tools.
  • crane flagger
  • Upheld strict quality control measures by conducting thorough inspections of completed work for accuracy and alignment with blueprint specifications.
  • Skilled in use of specialized metalworking and concrete manipulation tools to perform assigned tasks.

Education

Electrical Wiring And Testing ,motors Electric ,irrigation Machining

Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, WA
09.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Asotin High School
Asotin, WA
1984

Skills

  • Safety awareness
  • Concrete Spreading
  • Structural welding
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety measures
  • Crane Operation
  • Joist Installation
  • Structural Bolting
  • Risk Management
  • Metal decking installation
  • Rigging Techniques
  • Scaffolding
  • Truck unloading
  • Quality Control
  • Anchor Bolt Setting
  • Job site preparation
  • Stud Welding
  • Specifications Interpretation
  • Column connecting
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Crane Signaling
  • Grating Installation
  • Construction safety
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Rod-bending machines
  • Precision measuring
  • Post-Tensioning
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Pre-Engineered Buildings
  • Oxy-Fuel Cutting
  • Beam Connection
  • Job Planning
  • Equipment Repair
  • Decking Placement
  • Column Assembly
  • Power Tools Proficiency
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Ornamental Ironwork
  • Welding
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Steel Fabrication
  • Component inspection
  • Elevated work platform set up
  • [Equipment] operation
  • Verbal Communication
  • Organization
  • Networking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Electrical Wiring And Testing ,motors Electric ,irrigation Machining

Walla Walla Community College
09.2022 - Current

Ironworker Apprentice

Bechtel National Inc
02.2009 - 03.2012

Ironworker Apprentice

American Ironworks & Erectors
02.2006 - 03.2009

Journeyman Ironworker

Dahlgren Industrial
08.2005 - 09.2006

High School Diploma -

Asotin High School
Jason Vaughn