Jesus Rodriguez
Pleasant Hill
Summary
Seasoned Rigger Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in load calculation, safety protocol adherence, and precision equipment handling. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, ensuring team cohesiveness and project success under demanding conditions.
Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger Foreman
Southern Industrial Constructors
Greensboro
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised rigging operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated crew activities to optimize workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Trained new riggers on equipment handling and safety practices.
- Planned rigging sequences to align with project timelines and requirements.
- Inspected rigging equipment for damage and performed maintenance as needed.
- Managed inventory of rigging supplies and equipment for operational readiness.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure proper load calculations on projects.
- Performed complex mathematical calculations such as load weight estimation based on given factors such as crane lift radius and height, wind speed.
- Ensured that all crew members had the appropriate certifications and qualifications prior to being assigned a task.
Rigger Foreman
Billfinger Westcon
Kingsport
04.2021 - 10.2022
Ironworker Foreman
Billfinger Westcon
Saint Albans
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated workflow and managed schedules for ironworking teams.
- Trained new workers on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Conducted inspections of materials and work quality on-site.
- Collaborated with project managers to align schedules and resources.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Implemented best practices for efficient ironworking techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of project progress and material usage.
- Ensured the safety of personnel by adhering to OSHA regulations, inspecting tools, equipment, and work sites for hazards.
- Directed and supervised the day-to-day operations of a team of ironworkers to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Assigned tasks to personnel based on their skill level and availability.
Ironworker
Billfinger Westcon
Hopedale
08.2013 - 06.2018
- Fabricated steel structures according to blueprints and specifications.
- Installed beams, columns, and other components safely and efficiently.
- Operated heavy machinery, including cranes and welders, for assembly tasks.
- Interpreted technical drawings to ensure accurate installations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition at all times.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress on the job site.
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting or riveting components together.
- Connected reinforcing bars in concrete forms as specified by blueprints or drawings.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Installed structural steel frames and columns for high-rise buildings.
- Repaired broken or damaged steel structures such as girders, bridges, and buildings.
- Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
Education
Pleasant hill high school
Pleasant Hill, MOSkills
- Rigging operations
- Load calculations
- Safety compliance
- Crew training
- Equipment inspection
- Workflow optimization
- Inventory management
- Compliance documentation
- Problem solving
- Team management
- Conflict resolution
- Lifting techniques
- Attention to detail
- Signal communication
- Fall protection
- Rigging inspection
- Heavy machinery operation
- Hazard identification
- Structural assembly
- Crane operation
- Safety management
- OSHA compliance
- Worksite organization
- Load calculation
- Load balancing
- Wire rope handling
- Hand and power tool operation
- Site safety
- Environmental compliance
- Professionalism
- Procedure planning
- Site supervision
- Task prioritization
- Blueprint reading
- Multitasking capacity
- Problem-solving
- Physical strength and stamina
- Verbal and written communication
- Worker training
- Goal setting
- Willingness to learn
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Certification
Nccer Rigging
NCCER IRONWORKER
Timeline
Rigger Foreman
Southern Industrial Constructors
10.2023 - Current
Rigger Foreman
Billfinger Westcon
04.2021 - 10.2022
Ironworker Foreman
Billfinger Westcon
07.2018 - 03.2021
Ironworker
Billfinger Westcon
08.2013 - 06.2018
Pleasant hill high school