Lanie Bowlin
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Skilled structural iron and steel worker with hands-on experience in assembling and installing iron or steel girders, columns, and other structures to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. Possess strong understanding of safety protocols and ability to read and follow blueprints accurately. Demonstrated strength in welding, cutting, positioning, and securing of steel bars or mesh in concrete construction; contributed to successful completion of projects by ensuring structures are robust and compliant with all regulations. Known for reliability, teamwork skills, and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in challenging environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ironworker
Local 24
Denver, Colorado
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for commercial buildings.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety compliance on job sites.
- Operated cranes and hoisting equipment to position heavy materials accurately.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise construction execution.
- Assisted in training new ironworkers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they were in safe working condition.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
Ironworker
Spectrum Steel
Colorado Springs, Colorado
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for commercial buildings.
- Supervised ironworking crews to ensure safety and efficiency on job sites.
- Coordinated daily operations including material delivery and equipment management.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper tool usage.
- Inspected work for quality, compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
- Collaborated with project managers to align schedules and resource allocation.
- Led safety meetings to promote awareness and reduce workplace hazards.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues during construction processes to minimize delays.
- Conducted weekly safety meetings with crew members to review safety protocols and discuss any potential hazards or risks associated with the project.
- Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Provided guidance and instruction to workers regarding proper techniques for installation, welding, fabrication, and erection of structural steel components.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
Maintenance Pipe Welder
Austin Industrial
Cedar Rapids, IA
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Welded pipe using GTAW techniques to achieve high-quality joints.
- Solved repair issues by analyzing problems from various perspectives.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety.
- Operated aerial lifts and forklifts for efficient material handling.
- Produced safety sheets for current job tasks to maintain compliance.
- Worked with diverse materials, including PVC, stainless steel, and carbon.
- Executed hot work procedures while adhering to fire safety protocols.
- Endured long hours in outdoor environments while managing hazardous materials like bleach.
Fabricator
TSF Structures
Cedar Rapids, IA
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Interpreted blueprints to create accurate metal interior designs.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition.
- Assisted in training new fabricators on safety protocols and techniques.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Operated Dragon A400 CNC machine for precision production.
- Polished TIG welds to ensure high-quality finishes.
- Utilized forklift to efficiently stock materials and maintain inventory flow.
- Resolved customer concerns through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Calibrated and maintained CNC machine to optimize performance.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace to support safety standards.
- Adhered to production schedules to meet company goals.
- Utilized plasma cutter when necessary to cut through thick pieces of metal quickly.
- Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
Fabrication Welder
Big Iron Welding
Hills, Iowa
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Interpreted blueprints to determine specifications and weld placements.
- Ensured safety compliance while operating welding equipment and tools.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished welds for structural integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow on fabrication projects.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technologies
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Mid-Prairie
Wellman, IA05.2020
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Creative problem solving
- OSHA compliance
- Welding techniques
- Structural welding
- Forklift operation
Awards
- AWS Certification TIG 3G/4G
- AWS Certification SMAW 3G/4G
- Forklift Certification
- Harness Certification
- Confined Space Certification
- Aerial Lift Certification
- CPR Certification
- CNC/Lathe Certification
Timeline
Ironworker
Local 24
05.2024 - 05.2025
Ironworker
Spectrum Steel
08.2023 - 05.2024
Maintenance Pipe Welder
Austin Industrial
09.2022 - 09.2023
Fabricator
TSF Structures
08.2021 - 08.2022
Fabrication Welder
Big Iron Welding
02.2020 - 08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technologies
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Mid-Prairie