Mark Ramirez
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in scaffold design and installation. Proven track record of ensuring safety compliance and streamlining processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Dynamic scaffold design and installation expert recognized for excellent communication and teamwork skills. Successfully led projects while maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations, contributing to enhanced workflow and project efficiency.
Resourceful scaffold design specialist with a strong focus on problem-solving and critical thinking. Committed to optimizing operations and ensuring safety compliance, facilitating seamless project execution and team collaboration.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Scaffold Design
Advanced Scaffold & Management Design
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Lead Boilermaker
Turner Indurties
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw installation and maintenance of boiler systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, identifying potential issues before they impacted operations.
- Preserved equipment longevity through regular cleaning, maintenance checks, and timely repairs when necessary.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing new tools and techniques for boiler fabrication processes.
Boilermaker Helper
Austin Industries
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Assisted in fabrication and assembly of boiler components, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Operated hand tools and machinery for cutting, welding, and fitting metal parts accurately.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, promoting safety protocols among team members.
- Participated in training sessions for new hires, sharing knowledge of tools and procedures used in operations.
- Promoted a safe working environment by maintaining clean and organized workspaces at all times.
- Ensured workplace safety by adhering to established protocols and guidelines for all tasks.
- Increased efficiency, assisting boilermakers with rigging, lifting, and positioning boiler parts.
- Optimized work processes by collaborating with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and ensuring compliance with specifications.
Scaffold Designer
Global Site Solutions
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Managed design library, ensuring resources were up-to-date and easily accessible to team.
- Created detailed wireframes and mockups to communicate design ideas effectively to cross-functional teams.
- Identified design requirements for each project.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
- Utilized various software programs, creating 3D models of design concepts.
Lead Scaffold Builder
Turner Industries
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Supervised scaffolding installation and dismantling, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Mentored junior scaffold builders, enhancing team skills and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented scaffolding plans to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of scaffolding structures to ensure structural integrity and safety compliance.
- Promoted adherence to safe working practices throughout all stages of scaffold installation processes, preventing accidents and injuries on site.
- Improved overall work quality by providing guidance and hands-on training to junior scaffold builders on best practices.
- Increased project efficiency by effectively planning and organizing scaffold erection, modification, and dismantling tasks.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections and maintenance checks on scaffolding equipment.
- Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
- Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
- Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
Lead Scaffold Builder
Straight Line Industrial Services
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Maintained a clean worksite to minimize hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in responding to varied work conditions including extreme heights or tight spaces while maintaining high performance standards.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Mentored junior scaffold builders, enhancing team skills and efficiency.
- Improved overall work quality by providing guidance and hands-on training to junior scaffold builders on best practices.
- Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
- Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
Scaffold Builder
Empire Scaffold
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Constructed and dismantled scaffolding structures for various projects, ensuring safety compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of scaffolding equipment to ensure operational integrity and safety standards.
- Adhered to strict quality control standards, guaranteeing the reliability and stability of built scaffolding structures.
- Displayed strong physical stamina, consistently fulfilling demanding labor requirements throughout long workdays onsite.
- Enhanced job site safety by assembling and dismantling safe, secure scaffolding structures.
- Utilized various tools and equipment effectively, maintaining their proper working order through regular care and maintenance.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing to ongoing improvement efforts for job site practices.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel onsite.
- Assisted in crane operations for heavy lifting tasks, ensuring seamless integration between scaffold assembly teams and other trades onsite.
- Assisted in training new team members, fostering a culture of mentorship and skill development.
- Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
- Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
Scaffold Helper
Brock Services
01.2011 - 03.2014
- Assisted in assembling and disassembling scaffolding structures for various construction projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a clean work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to transport materials and equipment efficiently on-site.
- Operated hand tools and power tools while adhering to safety protocols.
- Contributed to workflow optimization by suggesting equipment upgrades based on experience insights.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently dismantle scaffolding when projects were completed.
- Maintained a clean work environment, organizing materials and tools for efficient scaffold construction.
- Supported colleagues during scaffold assembly, providing necessary assistance to guarantee project success.
- Assisted in assembling scaffolding structures for various projects, ensuring stability and compliance with regulations.
- Provided essential reinforcement for scaffolds by installing cross braces and guardrails as needed.
- Followed strict safety protocols while working at heights, minimizing risk of accidents on the job site.
- Communicated effectively with team members throughout each project, promoting smooth operations from start to finish.
- Reduced project completion time by quickly adapting to different types of scaffolding systems and setups.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address challenges encountered during scaffold assembly or disassembly processes effectively.
- Participated in continuing education programs, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of scaffolding systems and safety guidelines for enhanced performance on the job.
- Transported materials and tools from work truck to project areas and organized supplies based on likely needs.
- Cleaned work areas, machines and equipment to maintain clean and safe job site.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
- Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when installing and working with scaffolding.
Education
GED -
Lamar High School
Houston, TXNo Degree - Electrician
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Texas, TXSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
Achieved certifications in Electrical & Boilermaker studies.
Certification
- Electrical Training - 2017
- Boilermaker Training, Austin Industries - 2018
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Scaffold Design
Advanced Scaffold & Management Design
06.2023 - 07.2025
Lead Boilermaker
Turner Indurties
06.2022 - 05.2023
Boilermaker Helper
Austin Industries
05.2018 - 01.2022
Scaffold Designer
Global Site Solutions
07.2017 - 04.2018
Lead Scaffold Builder
Turner Industries
10.2016 - 07.2017
Lead Scaffold Builder
Straight Line Industrial Services
03.2015 - 09.2016
Scaffold Builder
Empire Scaffold
05.2014 - 03.2015
Scaffold Helper
Brock Services
01.2011 - 03.2014
GED -
Lamar High School
No Degree - Electrician
San Jacinto College