Rayven Chavez
Baytown
Summary
10 years in the industry, leading learning and growing everyday Im also Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger
Bechtel
Port Arthur
03.2024 - Current
- Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
- Build and demo
- Heavy Lift
- Communicate with Crane Operators Hand/Radio
- Safely disassemble rigging equipment when no longer needed for a production or performance.
- Train new crew members on proper techniques for setting up and operating rigging systems safely.
Journeyman Ironworker
Richards construction
Port Arthur
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Laid out reference points on metal materials prior to fabrication or assembly operations.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine job specifications.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish the task
- Aligned structures during erection process using levels, plumb bobs, lasers.
- Grinded surfaces of metal pieces prior to assembly operations if necessary.
- Performed layout and installation of structural steel, stairs, rails, ladders and other miscellaneous ironwork items.
Ironworker Foreman
Integrity Pipeline Services
Corpus Christi
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers in order to obtain competitive pricing on materials required for projects.
- Directed and supervised the day-to-day operations of a team of ironworkers to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Reviewed plans prior to beginning construction projects so that any discrepancies could be addressed before starting work.
- Assigned tasks to personnel based on their skill level and availability.
- Maintained records of labor hours worked as well as materials used in order to accurately report costs associated with each project.
- Coordinated with management staff in order to understand project requirements and timelines.
- Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency while minimizing waste during construction processes.
Boilermaker
Omstead construction
Carrollton
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Operated cranes and hoists to move large objects during repair projects.
- Removed old insulation from pipes prior to installation of new insulation.
- Constructed steel structures according to blueprints provided by engineers.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on material using a ruler or scribe.
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
- Maintained records of all repair work performed on boilers and related machinery.
Millwright
PCL Construction
Freeport
04.2017 - 03.2018
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs performed on machinery.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment following layout plans.
Ironworker
M&M contractors
Southport
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting or riveting components together.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ray High School
Corpus Christi, Texas06-2013
Skills
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 10
- Read blueprints
- Rigger
- Ironworker
- Boilermaker
- Millwright
- Scaffold/insulation
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Rigger
Bechtel
03.2024 - Current
Journeyman Ironworker
Richards construction
01.2022 - 03.2024
Ironworker Foreman
Integrity Pipeline Services
08.2019 - 01.2022
Boilermaker
Omstead construction
02.2018 - 08.2019
Millwright
PCL Construction
04.2017 - 03.2018
Ironworker
M&M contractors
04.2015 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Ray High School