John Forbes

• Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
• Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
• Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
• Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
• Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
• Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
• Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
• Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
• Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
• Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
• Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
• Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
• Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
• Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
• Enhanced workplace safety with consistent adherence to established protocols and regulations.
• Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
• Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
• Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
• Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
• Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
• Reduced waste by proficiently maintaining inventory control systems for tools, materials, and consumables onsite.
• Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
• Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
• Bolstered project accuracy with thorough inspections of erected structures for alignment, levelness, and proper placement.
• Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Streamlined project workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
• Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques.
• Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
• Improved project completion time with effective coordination and communication among team members.
• Assembled complex steel structures to support integrity of high-rise buildings.
• Performed detailed inspections of ironwork to identify and rectify any defects, ensuring quality control.
• Enhanced structural integrity with skilled welding and riveting of iron components.
• Ensured accurate alignment of structures, preventing potential long-term structural issues.
• Enhanced safety on construction site by strictly adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Supported project management in estimating job costs and materials needed, facilitating budget adherence.
• Bolstered project timelines by efficiently dismantling old structures to make way for new construction.
• Increased team efficiency by mentoring new ironworkers on best practices and techniques.
• Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, avoiding potential legal issues.
• Reinforced buildings against natural disasters with installation of earthquake-resistant structures.
• Improved team morale by actively participating in team meetings and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintained clean and organized worksite, minimizing potential hazards and promoting safe working environment.
• Contributed to aesthetic appeal of structures with precise installation of decorative ironwork.
• Streamlined installation process, reducing labor hours required for project completion.
• Facilitated movement of heavy materials to worksite, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects.
• Cut, positioned, and bolted down steel bars, contributing to durability of structures.
• Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
• Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
• Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
• Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
• Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
• Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
• Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
• Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.

• Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
• Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
• Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
• Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
• Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
• Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
• Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
• Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
• Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
• Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
• Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
• Maintained a strong safety record by vigilantly inspecting equipment, machinery, and work areas to identify potential hazards before accidents could occur.
• Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
• Maximized material usage by skillfully measuring, marking, and cutting steel components with precision tools.
• Enhanced workplace safety with consistent adherence to established protocols and regulations.
• Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
• Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
• Minimized errors with careful use of leveling instruments to verify the correct alignment of structural components before securing them permanently in place.
• Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
• Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
• Reduced waste by proficiently maintaining inventory control systems for tools, materials, and consumables onsite.
• Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
• Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
• Bolstered project accuracy with thorough inspections of erected structures for alignment, levelness, and proper placement.
• Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Streamlined project workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
• Promoted a positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques.
• Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
• Improved project completion time with effective coordination and communication among team members.
• Assembled complex steel structures to support integrity of high-rise buildings.
• Performed detailed inspections of ironwork to identify and rectify any defects, ensuring quality control.
• Enhanced structural integrity with skilled welding and riveting of iron components.
• Ensured accurate alignment of structures, preventing potential long-term structural issues.
• Enhanced safety on construction site by strictly adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Supported project management in estimating job costs and materials needed, facilitating budget adherence.
• Bolstered project timelines by efficiently dismantling old structures to make way for new construction.
• Increased team efficiency by mentoring new ironworkers on best practices and techniques.
• Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, avoiding potential legal issues.
• Reinforced buildings against natural disasters with installation of earthquake-resistant structures.
• Improved team morale by actively participating in team meetings and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintained clean and organized worksite, minimizing potential hazards and promoting safe working environment.
• Contributed to aesthetic appeal of structures with precise installation of decorative ironwork.
• Streamlined installation process, reducing labor hours required for project completion.
• Facilitated movement of heavy materials to worksite, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects.
• Cut, positioned, and bolted down steel bars, contributing to durability of structures.
• Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
• Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
• Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
• Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
• Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
• Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
• Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
• Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.

Welding fab and rigging and installation