Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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John Clark

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced Ironworker Foreman with substantial background in managing diverse construction teams for complex ironwork projects. Skillful at coordinating tasks, ensuring safety protocols, and delivering projects on schedule. Strong leadership skills combined with sound knowledge of blueprints and structural engineering principles have consistently resulted in high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ironworker Foreman

Reliable Steel Inc
North Las Vegas, NV
08.2022 - Current
  • I was the Foreman in charge of the Pool Deck at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, The Ariat Storefront at Project 63 at City Center, and various other smaller jobs.
  • Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.
  • Directed and supervised the day-to-day operations of a team of ironworkers to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Coordinated with management staff in order to understand project requirements and timelines.
  • Assigned tasks to personnel based on their skill level and availability.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to workers regarding proper techniques for installation, welding, fabrication, and erection of structural steel components.
  • Inspected finished products for accuracy in accordance with blueprints and specifications.
  • Monitored job progress daily to ensure that deadlines were met while maintaining quality standards.
  • Reviewed plans prior to beginning construction projects so that any discrepancies could be addressed before starting work.

Ironworker

Ironworkers Local 433
Las Vegas, NV
07.2007 - Current
  • I joined the Ironworkers Local 433 at the age of 19, and have worked as a Journeyman and Foreman since 2011, when my apprenticeship was over.
  • I graduated at the top of my apprenticeship class.
  • I first became a foreman in 2013 and have spent the last 11 years mostly as a supervisor or foreman.
  • Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
  • Assembled metal parts to create bridges and other structures.
  • Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
  • Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
  • Repaired broken or damaged steel structures such as girders, bridges, and buildings.
  • Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
  • Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
  • Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
  • Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.

Ironworker Foreman

W&W Steel Erectors
Las Vegas, NV
02.2020 - 08.2022
  • Foreman in charge of the roof dome structure at the MSG Sphere.
  • Monitored job progress daily to ensure that deadlines were met while maintaining quality standards.
  • Maintained records of labor hours worked as well as materials used in order to accurately report costs associated with each project.
  • Ordered supplies such as bolts, nuts, rigging gear. when needed.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency while minimizing waste during construction processes.
  • Implemented cost control measures where possible without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Wrote and submitted detailed project reports and evaluated completed work via visual inspection to confirm safety and quality of work.

Ironworker Foreman

Valley Steel Inc
Las Vegas, NV
12.2018 - 02.2020
  • I was the foreman in charge of the secondary steel package at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.

Ironworker Foreman

W&W Afco Steel
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - 12.2018
  • I was the foreman in charge of the Bentplate and Miscellaneous Steel package at the Las Vegas Convention Center and the Wynn Convention Center.
  • Directed and supervised the day-to-day operations of a team of ironworkers to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.

  • Conducted weekly safety meetings with crew members to review safety protocols and discuss any potential hazards or risks associated with the project.
  • Ordered supplies such as bolts, nuts, rigging gear. when needed.
  • Reviewed plans prior to beginning construction projects so that any discrepancies could be addressed before starting work.

Education

GED -

University of Iron
960 Wigwam Pkwy, Henderson, Nv
08-2011

Skills

  • FALL PROTECTION 4/24/2014
  • LEAD 3/6/2009
  • FIRSTAID CPR 3/3/2009
  • SUBPART R 6/20/2008
  • FORKLIFT 6/19/2008
  • SCAFFOLD USER 9/12/2007
  • Fall protection
  • Girder installation
  • Hand tools operation
  • Component alignment
  • Structural welding
  • Prefabricated steel unloading
  • Scaffolding
  • Column connecting
  • Job site preparation
  • Welding
  • Steel component alignments
  • Elevated work platform set up
  • Safety measures
  • Metal decking installation
  • Blowtorches and equipment
  • Erection drawing assessments
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • High rise ironworking
  • Beam installation
  • Column connection
  • Effective customer communication
  • Crane rigging
  • Construction safety

Affiliations

  • Father of four wonderful kids. Most of my activities center around them.

Accomplishments

  • Foreman for over a decade at multiple companies and on some of the biggest Jobsites in Las Vegas History. including City Center, Encore at the Wynn, Park MGM, Wynn Convention Center, Las Vegas Convention Center, MSG Sphere, and Fontainebleau.

Certification

  • OSHA 30 6/17/2011
  • LEAD Abatement 3/6/2009
  • Fall Protection 4/24/2014

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Ironworker Foreman

Reliable Steel Inc
08.2022 - Current

Ironworker Foreman

W&W Steel Erectors
02.2020 - 08.2022

Ironworker Foreman

Valley Steel Inc
12.2018 - 02.2020

Ironworker Foreman

W&W Afco Steel
03.2016 - 12.2018

Ironworker

Ironworkers Local 433
07.2007 - Current
  • OSHA 30 6/17/2011
  • LEAD Abatement 3/6/2009
  • Fall Protection 4/24/2014

GED -

University of Iron
John Clark