La'Toria Matthews
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Adaptable worker with experience supporting Clean Harbors, BASF, and Savard Labor & Marine job sites. Recognized for strong safety awareness, team coordination, and clear communication. Prepared to support efficient, compliant operations in demanding industrial environments.
Overview
1
1
Language
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Flagger
Savard Labor & Marine
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Directed traffic flow around Savard Labor & Marine work zones using hand signals.
- Held stop and slow paddles to direct traffic around active work sites.
- Utilized hand signals, verbal communication and brightly colored signs to direct traffic around construction sites.
- Posted warning signs and cones to mark safe roadway and site boundaries.
Hole Watch
BASF Chemical
Geismar, Louisiana
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored confined space entry at BASF chemical plant for safety compliance.
- Watched workers during tank and vessel access for hazardous conditions.
- Maintained constant radio contact with entry team and supervisor.
- Checked entry permits, equipment, and communication devices before work began.
- Inspected PPE use and stop-work conditions around confined spaces.
Hydroblaster
Clean Harbors
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Performed hydroblasting on tanks, vessels, and other equipment to remove rust, paint, and debris.
- Set up hydroblasting equipment for refinery and plant maintenance jobs.
- Inspected hoses, nozzles, and pumps before hydroblasting operations.
- Monitored water pressure and spray direction during surface cleaning.
- Assisted in setup of hoses, nozzles and other components necessary for successful completion of job requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belaire Magnet High School
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Hydroblasting equipment setup
- High-pressure cleaning
- Confined space entry
- Hazardous waste handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety inspections
- Site preparation
- PPE compliance
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- OSHA 10
- TWIC
- Fire Watch Safety Certification
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Flagger
Savard Labor & Marine
09.2022 - 04.2025
Hole Watch
BASF Chemical
07.2021 - 09.2022
Hydroblaster
Clean Harbors
05.2021 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Belaire Magnet High School