Joel Juarez
Lake Jackson
Summary
Resourceful Lead Rigger known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in rigging software, mechanical problem-solving, and safety protocols management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Rigger
Turner Construction
Freeport
03.2025 - Current
- Operated rigging equipment according to safety standards and operational procedures.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure efficient material handling and logistics.
- Inspected rigging gear for safety compliance and performance reliability.
- Assisted in the setup and dismantling of rigging systems for construction projects.
- Communicated effectively with site supervisors to align on project requirements.
- Trained new crew members on rigging techniques and safety protocols.
Rigger/Ironworker
Performance Contracting
Freeport
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Operated rigging equipment to safely lift and move heavy materials.
- Inspected rigging gear for wear and damage before use.
- Collaborated with team members to plan lifting operations effectively.
- Secured loads using appropriate rigging techniques and methods.
Rigger/Ironworker
Wood Group
Freeport
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Operated rigging equipment to safely lift and move heavy materials.
- Inspected rigging gear for wear and damage before use.
- Collaborated with team members to plan lifting operations effectively.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe rigging practices.
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
Rigger/Ironworker
JVIC
Freeport
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Rigged heavy equipment for construction and maintenance projects.
- Inspected rigging equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute lifting and hoisting operations.
- Assisted in training new riggers on safety protocols and procedures.
- Followed safety protocols during all rigging operations to prevent accidents.
- Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
Ironworker/Pipefitter Leadman
ICS
Freeport
- Fabricated steel components according to blueprints and project specifications.
- Installed structural steel beams and columns using cranes and rigging equipment.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to cut, weld, and assemble metal structures.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
Education
Brazoswood High
Clute, TXAssociate of Applied Science - Hvac
Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TXRigging
Nccer
Skills
- Rigging techniques
- Load calculations
- Safety compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Problem solving
- Blueprint interpretation
- Rigging
- Pipe cutting
- System assembly
- Metal cutting
- Boiler equipment
- Structural steelwork
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Tank assembly
- Heavy lifting
- Pipefitting
- Demolition and dismantling
Certification
Nccer Advanced rigger
Nccer Ironworker
Nccer Pipefitter
Nccer scaffold builder
Advanced certificate for commercial Hvac
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Lead Rigger
Turner Construction
03.2025 - Current
Rigger/Ironworker
Performance Contracting
05.2021 - 12.2021
Rigger/Ironworker
Wood Group
03.2020 - 05.2021
Rigger/Ironworker
JVIC
09.2018 - 03.2020
Ironworker/Pipefitter Leadman
ICS
Brazoswood High
Associate of Applied Science - Hvac
Brazosport College
Rigging
Nccer