Jumere Herrera

Steelworker

United States Navy, USN

Gulfport, MS

10.2020 - 04.2025

Managed the deployment of construction materials and equipment, overseeing a budget of over $75,000 for various projects.
Fabricated and installed structural steel components for multiple projects, including welding structural elements at NASA's Stennis Space Center in South Mississippi, and welded truck parts together for Alpha Yard, ensuring compliance with technical specifications.
Led a team of fifteen to construct a concrete floor and foundation for houses, completing the project on schedule, and enhancing operational capabilities.
Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Use hand tools such as grinders, drills, saws, hammers, wrenches, and shears to shape metal pieces.
Work effectively with other crew members to complete jobs efficiently.
Followed strict procedures in regards to heavy machinery operation to prevent accidents and mishaps.
Operate cutting torches and other equipment to cut steel plates and sections.
Repair broken parts by welding or bolting them together when necessary.
Assisted in training new personnel on safety protocols and equipment use.
Ensure that all workplace rules are adhered to at all times.
Install anchors in concrete walls to secure steel beams and columns during construction projects.
Measure dimensions of completed products using precision measuring instruments.
Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
Load and unload steel materials from trucks or railcars onto storage racks.
Interpreted blueprints to determine location, quantity and size of materials required to complete tasks.