Looknauth Chinkoo
New Jersey,NJ
Summary
Eager to Apply for the Job position available for Management Aspect of Construction. To leverage my extensive ironworking experience and proven leadership abilities to secure a management position where I can effectively lead a team, ensure project safety and quality, and contribute to the overall success of the organization. Highly motivated ironworker with a strong track record of successful projects and a passion for leading others, seeking a management position to apply my technical skills, safety knowledge, and leadership qualities to oversee and optimize team performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Urban Iron Worker Foreman
New Jersey Boom
01.2026 - Current
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components to ensure stability and safety of constructions.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- 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.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Mentored junior ironworkers in proper techniques and best practices for increased skill development and growth within the trade.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
Foreman
AJB Iron Works
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Coordinated the scheduling and distribution of materials, optimizing workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Trained and mentored junior ironworkers, fostering skill development and team collaboration.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance structural integrity and minimize rework.
- Developed work plans and timelines to ensure project milestones were met consistently.
- Delivered projects on time and within budget by closely monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
Junior Iron Worker
CEC Steel
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Junior Iron Worker
Genuine Steel
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate assembly of frameworks.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal parts, ensuring structural integrity and safety standards.
- Trained junior ironworkers on best practices in welding techniques and safety protocols.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
Junior Iron Worker
CEC Steel
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Wide breadth of steel welding and iron working experience.
- Strong familiarity with iron working tools and equipment.
- Excellent physical stamina to lift up to 75 pounds and perform repetitive and difficult tasks.
- Sound ability to interpret blueprints and documents.
- High organization and prioritization skills.
- Exceptional ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Education
High School - undefined
Skills
- Highly capable and resourceful Iron Worker with an exceptional customer service record and work ethic Able to work well independently without supervision or as part of a steel and iron work construction and repair team Superior ability to test and assess long-term strength and integrity of metal building components
Timeline
Urban Iron Worker Foreman
New Jersey Boom
01.2026 - Current
Foreman
AJB Iron Works
01.2024 - 12.2025
Junior Iron Worker
CEC Steel
01.2020 - 01.2021
Junior Iron Worker
Genuine Steel
01.2019 - 01.2020
Junior Iron Worker
CEC Steel
01.2018 - 01.2019