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Kiara Gaskill

Port Arthur,TX

Summary

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Hardworking Helper familiar with job-related equipment operations. Punctual and communicative individual with Number years of experience removing debris, mixing cement and drilling concrete at project sites. Committed to accomplishing each task safely and effectively. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Area of expertise and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Rigging Helper

Port Of Port Arthur
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Worked closely with riggers to ensure proper rigging techniques were used for safe lifting practices during boom truck operations.
  • Improved safety standards by implementing rigorous checks on all rigging and electrical setups.
  • Utilized various types of slings, hooks, and other rigging gear for diverse hoisting operations.
  • Attached loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
  • Optimized lifting processes by selecting appropriate rigging gear based on load weight and environmental conditions.
  • Maintained equipment inventory, ensuring proper care and storage of sails, rigging, and boats.
  • Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, reducing accidents and increasing overall productivity.

Pipefitter Helper

Zachary Construction
02.2021 - 12.2022
  • Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
  • Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Enhanced safety measures by following proper procedures when handling hazardous materials during pipe installations.
  • Set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
  • Tested piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean work environment and ensuring all tools were properly stored after use.
  • Enforced safety standards by regularly inspecting tools for wear or damage and arranging repairs or replacements as required.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Utilized power tools such as drills, saws, and hammers for various remodeling tasks with precision and efficiency.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using various lineman tools including hand tools, power tools, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, climbing gear.
  • Cut pipe, bevel pipe, clean pipe, power tools, hand tools,

Wear House

S&B Sunco
11.2018 - 08.2020
  • Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging trends and incorporate them into new designs strategically.
  • Coordinated photoshoots for new collections, collaborating with photographers, models, and styling teams for optimal results.
  • Fostered an inclusive work environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Improved client retention rates by providing exceptional after-sales support and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
  • Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
  • Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
  • Reserving crates, inventory, opening crates, counting what’s in the crates packing slips making show everything is in the crates with the GPX slips
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
  • Repairs and maintains various types of forklift trucks including electric, gas-powered, and propane-powered. Tests forklift trucks to ensure repairs are completed correctly. Schedules and performs routine maintenance for forklift trucks. Ensures batteries for electric forklift trucks are fully charged.
  • Turn the key to start the lift. Make sure the lever is in the center position so it's in neutral. Then, using the control levers, lift the forks up two to four inches off the ground so you're not dragging them as you drive. Press on the accelerator to drive

Labor & Scaffold

Total
04.2016 - 12.2018
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
  • Inspect ladder before use
  • the common 5 scaffold clamps are double couplers, swivel couplers, sleeve couplers, BRC couplers, and beam clamps.
  • The scaffolding width is determined by the width of the boards, the minimum width allowed is 600 mm but a more typical four-board scaffold would be 870 mm wide from standard to standard. More heavy-duty scaffolding can require 5, 6 or even up to 8 boards width.
  • fully planked or decked and have proper guardrails, midrails, and toe boards along its open sides.
  • anyone working on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level must be protected from falling to that lower level

Education

CDL -

Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX

Skills

  • Active Learning
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Following Directions
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Customer Service
  • Materials Handling
  • Work Site Preparation
  • Truck loading
  • Equipment Operation
  • Indoor and Outdoor Painting
  • Reading Blueprints
  • Workplace Safety
  • Worksite safety
  • Power and hand tools
  • Vehicle operations
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Bandsaw expertise
  • Self Motivation
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Rigging Helper

Port Of Port Arthur
01.2023 - 09.2024

Pipefitter Helper

Zachary Construction
02.2021 - 12.2022

Wear House

S&B Sunco
11.2018 - 08.2020

Labor & Scaffold

Total
04.2016 - 12.2018

CDL -

Lamar State College - Port Arthur

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