Miguel Gonzalez
Mont Belvieu,TX
Summary
Collaborative ironworker proudly offering several years of experience using various equipment safely and correctly. Committed to efficiency and time management. A team player with a great attendance record to work in all types of conditions.
Journeyman reinforcing ironworker with several years of diverse ironwork experience. Reinforcing expert with record of safe and durable completion of multiple structures using various techniques. Exceptional leader, mentor and individual performer with proven success at meeting any construction site challenge.
Resourceful professional in the construction and fabrication sector known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in interpreting blueprints, precise measurements, and welding techniques. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring project success under tight deadlines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Ironworker leadman
McDermott
Port Arthur, Texas
07.2024 - Current
- Assembled structural frameworks from prefabricated parts using bolts, clamps and hand tools.
- Encouraged workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Connected columns, beams and girders with bolts as specified in drawings.
- Aligned structures during erection process using levels, plumb bobs, lasers.
- Checked dimensions of installed components against blueprint measurements.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine job specifications.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
Ironworker
S&B Industries
Mont Belvieu, TX
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Assembled and bolted structural steel frames using power tools and lifting devices.
- Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
- Encouraged workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Connected column bases, beam splices, girders, trusses, columns, joists, decking systems and other related components of the structure.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from delivery trucks at job sites.
- Used cranes to lift heavy steel beams into place.
- Fabricated structural steel components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Installed ornamental iron fixtures such as stairs, railings, ladders.
- Utilized rigging techniques when hoisting large objects into place.
- Grouted anchor bolts into masonry or concrete foundations according to specified plans.
- Laid out reference lines for placement of ironwork pieces.
- Ensured that all safety standards were followed while performing tasks.
Pipefitter
McDermott
Houston, Texas
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Connected fire tubes to heads as well as water tubes to drums and headers of boilers.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
- Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Ironworker
TIC Industrial
Cameron , LA
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Encouraged workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
Pipefitter
McDermott
Port Arthur, Texas
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
- Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Ironworker
Northstar Entergy services
Mont Belvieu, Texas
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ralls High School
Ralls, TX05-2014
Skills
- Bolt torquing
- Grating installation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Steel erection
- Beam placement
- Forklift operator
- Pipefitter
- Hydro and pneumatic testing
Timeline
Journeyman Ironworker leadman
McDermott
07.2024 - Current
Ironworker
S&B Industries
04.2023 - 04.2024
Pipefitter
McDermott
01.2022 - 03.2023
Ironworker
TIC Industrial
02.2021 - 12.2021
Pipefitter
McDermott
03.2019 - 01.2021
Ironworker
Northstar Entergy services
07.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Ralls High School