Juan M Palacios
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated rigger with extensive experience in rigging operations and teamwork. Known for strong problem-solving skills and effective communication, contributing to safe and efficient workflows in challenging environments. Ready to support project success through meticulous attention to safety and operational readiness. Also a Resourceful rigger with a proven track record in load movement control and equipment operation. Committed to maintaining safety and efficiency while collaborating with teams to achieve project goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Rigger
Bechtel
Port Arthur, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Operated rigging equipment to support lifting and moving heavy loads safely.
- Assisted in performing safety checks on rigging gear before use.
- Learned and applied proper rigging techniques for various loads and environments.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during rigging operations.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements while maintaining focus on safety protocols.
- Installed and repaired rigging, mast and antenna ropes, small boat handling gear and windlass equipment.
- Ensured accurate load positioning with precise use of crane signals, preventing damage to materials or equipment on site.
- Attached loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Pre-assembled pieces of iron like vents, kick outs, platforms, etc.
- Built tank lids for the LNG tanks at the site and loaded them up in Mammoet SPMT's.
- Fly pipe in rack like loops, double-triple joints of pipe from 3 inch to 72 inch, set up a proper lift plan for the job, use adequate rigging for the lift.
- Flew skid pans full of material, thrusts for scaffold builders, vessels, chillers, valves.
- Bullrigger set up chainfalls for the task at hand to move the pipe from point A-D in a safely manner in full control of the load at all times.
Warehouse Helper
Zachry Industrial
Baytown, TX
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Operated forklifts and hand trucks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Organized inventory by labeling and categorizing products for easy retrieval and tracking.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safe working conditions.
- Trained new hires on warehouse processes, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements.
Steel Worker Helper
Zachry Industrial
Baytown, TX
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Operated heavy machinery for steel fabrication processes, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise cuts and measurements.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during production runs.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment, minimizing downtime in operations.
Rigger Helper
Zachry Industrial
Baytown, TX
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with riggers to transport equipment using cranes and hoists efficiently.
- Maintained tools and rigging equipment, ensuring operational readiness and safety standards.
- Supported crew in setting up and dismantling rigging systems for various projects.
- Trained new team members on safe handling practices for rigging equipment and materials.
- Assisted in training new hires on essential rigger helper responsibilities and best practices, promoting consistent quality across teams.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Load chart interpretation
- Hazard identification
- Heavy lifting
- Chain hoist operation
- Load balancing
- Crane operation
- Signal communication
- Tag line control
- Rigging inspection
- Safety
- Rigging preparation
- Load movement control
- Winch operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
Advanced Rigger card
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Advanced Rigger
Bechtel
06.2024 - Current
Warehouse Helper
Zachry Industrial
04.2020 - 05.2023
Steel Worker Helper
Zachry Industrial
04.2020 - 05.2023
Rigger Helper
Zachry Industrial
04.2020 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School