John Curtis
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented longshoreman with strong heavy machinery operation and cargo handling skills. Committed to maintaining safety compliance and effective team coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Shoreman
The Port of Beaumont
Beaumont , TX
02.2019 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to load and unload cargo efficiently.
- Maintained safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth operations during cargo transfers.
- Assisted in securing loads on vessels for safe transport across the water.
- Inspected containers for damage and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Ensured compliance with customs regulations when dealing with international shipments.
- Operated winches, hoists, and other lifting devices to move freight around the dock area.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all goods stored at the port facility.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure efficient operations within the port facility.
- Trained new longshoremen on proper safety procedures and operating techniques for machinery.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks on equipment used in daily operations.
Scaffold Helper
Bechtel
Sabine Pass , TX
03.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted in assembling and disassembling scaffolding structures on job sites.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for team members.
- Collaborated with crew members to transport materials and scaffolding components.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding equipment needs and work progress.
- Adhered to project timelines by efficiently completing assigned tasks each day.
- Lifted and positioned heavy objects such as planks and poles during assembly of the structure.
- Assisted in the installation of ladders, guardrails, walkways and other accessories on the scaffold structure.
- Assisted in the setup of scaffolding, including measuring, cutting and assembling materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout each project.
- Helped with loading and unloading trucks carrying materials for projects.
- Secured all components with appropriate fasteners according to industry standards.
- Cleaned up debris resulting from construction activities at the end of each day's work shift.
- Broke down structures following project completion.
- Provided assistance to Scaffolders by holding boards or pipes in place while they worked.
- Analyzed base surfaces to identify potential obstructions or safety hazards.
- Operated machinery in busy environments and maintained safety around equipment, people and other projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ozen High School
Beaumont, TX05-2004
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Cargo handling
- Safety compliance
- Load securing
- Equipment maintenance
- Team coordination
Timeline
Long Shoreman
The Port of Beaumont
02.2019 - Current
Scaffold Helper
Bechtel
03.2016 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Ozen High School