- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Wrestling
- Leadership Development
Thomas Miller
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented rigger with a track record of orchestrating critical lift operations in high-stakes settings. Known for strong work ethic, taking initiative, and collaboration with diverse teams to achieve operational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger
Newport News Shipbuilding
04.2024 - Current
- Planned and executed complex heavy rigging operations within nuclear aircraft carrier propulsion plants.
- Coordinated and supervised many operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborate with other trades to ensure efficient workflow during the workday.
Farm Hand
Whedbee Farms
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Utilize various farm equipment including tractors, augers, trucks and more to complete daily tasks.
- Cleaned, repaired, and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings, and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Maritime Science
The Apprentice School
Newport News, VAHigh School Diploma -
Grassfield Highschool
Chesapeake, VA06-2023
Certificate of Completion - College Composition
Tidewater Community College
Chesapeake, VA06-2023
Skills
- Orchestrating and solving complex problems with very real consequences
- Complex rigging and critical lift operations
- Operational leadership and team coordination
- High-risk Industrial safety and precision execution
- Fast learner and mechanical aptitude
Accomplishments
- CVN-80 mid-body Transfer
- Top 5 Virginia wrestler in Folkstyle, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman.
- Collegiate Wrestler.
- Jiu-Jitsu Champion in several tournaments.
Certification
- Security Clearance
- Rigging
- Stage Building
- Blocking/Shoring
- Mooring
- Confined Spaces
- Stud Gun
- Safety Harness
- Safestart
- Athletes in Action (AIA)
Interests
Timeline
Rigger
Newport News Shipbuilding
04.2024 - Current
Farm Hand
Whedbee Farms
09.2020 - 09.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Maritime Science
The Apprentice School
High School Diploma -
Grassfield Highschool
Certificate of Completion - College Composition
Tidewater Community College