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Parrish Tobias

McComb,MS

Summary

Dynamic Rigger with extensive experience at Barnhart Industries, adept at load movement control and site installations. Proven ability to enhance crew safety through effective climbing skills and meticulous planning. Successfully managed hydraulic systems and maintained equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards. Recognized for strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rigger

Barnhart Industries
01.2025 - Current
  • Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
  • Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
  • Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
  • Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
  • Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
  • Prepared steel components for assembled bent sections and connectors.
  • Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
  • Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
  • Managed hydraulic and mechanical systems for drilling assembly.
  • Maintained rig engines and motors.
  • Monitored pressure and maintained proper fluid and fuel balance.
  • Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
  • Mobilized and tore down rigs according to safety regulations.
  • Operated cranes, hoists and winches to lift, position and place heavy objects.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Class A Truck Driver, OTR

MHG TRANSPORTATION
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.

Pipefitter

Turner Industries
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.

Millwright

SCHUSTER-HAMMES
03.2020 - 01.2022
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
  • Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.

Boilermaker

Performance
03.2016 - 12.2019
  • Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
  • Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
  • Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
  • Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
  • Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
  • Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
  • Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.

Cooling Tower Technician

SPX Marley
08.2014 - 12.2018
  • Aligned boiler pressure and steam system operations with optimal levels.
  • Examined and adjusted valves, pumps and other equipment to verify proper functioning.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
  • Operated boilers, turbines and other power plant equipment.
  • Completed daily inspections and tests on plant equipment and documented findings.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on power plant equipment.
  • Coordinated delivery of services and supplies to meet operational needs of power plant.
  • Maintained power plant compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.
  • Kept plant areas clean and ready for inspections to maintain high audit and compliance scores.

Millwright

Haley Inc
01.2013 - 10.2013
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.

Pipefitter

Cajun Industries LLC.
01.2012 - 11.2012
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.

Journeyman Pipefitter

Brown and Root
03.2010 - 11.2011
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.

Carpenter/Owner

Tobias Construction & Renovations LLC
01.2006 - 01.2010

Plumbing , home renovations , commerical renovations .

Pipe Fabricator

Hams Marine
08.1999 - 03.2004
  • Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
  • Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
  • Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
  • Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mccomb High School
McComb, MS
05-1998

Skills

  • Climbing skills
  • Load movement control
  • Site installations
  • Safety
  • Basic mathematical skill

Certification

OSHA 10 , OSHA 30, TWIC , OPERATOR CARD, JCB 510-56 TELESCOPIC HANDLER , NCCR , JLG 600s TELESCOPIC BOOM LIFT , FORKLIFT , MANLIFT , JLG 800AJ ARTICULATING BOOM LIFT.

Timeline

Rigger

Barnhart Industries
01.2025 - Current

Class A Truck Driver, OTR

MHG TRANSPORTATION
09.2024 - 01.2025

Pipefitter

Turner Industries
01.2022 - 09.2024

Millwright

SCHUSTER-HAMMES
03.2020 - 01.2022

Boilermaker

Performance
03.2016 - 12.2019

Cooling Tower Technician

SPX Marley
08.2014 - 12.2018

Millwright

Haley Inc
01.2013 - 10.2013

Pipefitter

Cajun Industries LLC.
01.2012 - 11.2012

Journeyman Pipefitter

Brown and Root
03.2010 - 11.2011

Carpenter/Owner

Tobias Construction & Renovations LLC
01.2006 - 01.2010

Pipe Fabricator

Hams Marine
08.1999 - 03.2004

High School Diploma -

Mccomb High School
Parrish Tobias