Wesley Grooms
Humboldt
Summary
Seasoned and highly skilled construction professional with 25 years of hands-on experience in traveling construction across diverse geographic regions and project types. Proven track record of leading crews, managing complex buildouts, and delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. Adept at navigating fast-paced environments, solving on-site challenges, and fostering strong team dynamics. Known for unwavering work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to safety and excellence. Brings deep knowledge of industry standards, tools, and techniques, along with a strong ability to mentor and drive performance across multi-disciplinary teams.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Skilled Laborer
Petrocover Inc
Humboldt, TN
02.1996 - 04.2001
- Fabricated and installed various steel and support columns on gas station canopy's for various oil Companies like SHELL,BP,EXXON ,ETC
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Utilized various power tools, such as drills, saws, and jackhammers, to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Reduced material waste through accurate measurements and efficient use of resources.
Steel Erector
Blox LLC
Bessemer, AL
02.2018 - 05.2025
- Installed stand alone hospitals in various regions. Loading and unloading of modules in specific order and pattern to assemble to desired specifications
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, material handling, and overhead work with crane.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
- Supported carpenters in framing walls, roofs, decking using precise measurements and proper techniques.
- Operated heavy machinery such as backhoes and skid-steer loaders following safe operating practices at all times.
- Read blueprints accurately ensuring correct implementation of plans according to architects'' specifications.
- Loadedunloaded materials from delivery trucks promptly without causing any damage or delay to construction progress.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
- Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
Journeyman Ironworker
Garrionssteel Inc
Pell City, AL
06.2012 - 12.2015
- Installed various steel in place at or in various buildings and structures
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
- Achieved lasting connections between materials using skilled techniques such as welding and bolting.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using acetylene torches and demo saws.
- Contributed to efficient project completion by expertly interpreting blueprints and following specifications.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Reasons Construction
Humboldt, TN
05.2001 - 06.2012
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Mitigated project delays, swiftly adapting to changing weather conditions and site challenges.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
Education
High School - General Study
Gibson County High School
05.1996
Skills
- Machine Operator
- Project management
- Communication
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Hand tool mastery
- First aid training
- Structural framing
- Construction math
- Power tool operation
- Crane signaling
- Heavy equipment operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Fall protection
- OSHA compliance
Certification
OSHA 10
Rigging
Telehandler
Skidsteer
Boonelift
Crane Signal Person
Fall Protection
(T`hese certifications were all obtained through previous employers)
Timeline
Steel Erector
Blox LLC
02.2018 - 05.2025
Journeyman Ironworker
Garrionssteel Inc
06.2012 - 12.2015
Heavy Equipment Operator
Reasons Construction
05.2001 - 06.2012
Construction Skilled Laborer
Petrocover Inc
02.1996 - 04.2001
High School - General Study
Gibson County High School