Structural Steel Fabrication
Resume:
GARY
MAYS
*******@*****.***
Sulphur, LA 70663
Motivated individual with extensive experience in steel fabrication, welding, and metal assembly. Expert in reading blueprints and engineering schematics. Knowledgeable in all aspects of structural steel and metal fabrication including cutting, shaping, and welding. Highly effective in working with teams to meet tight deadlines and exceed customer expectations. Personable, used to working outdoors and promoting 17 years of employment operating dangerous equipment in the safest possible manner.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
SKILLS
• Heavy Lifting
• Stairs and Railings
• Hazardous Material Handling
• Hoist and Crane Operations
• Welding and Bolting
• Beam and Girder Connections
• Blueprint Reading
• Structure Erection
• Safe Work Practices
• Maintaining Clean Work Areas
• Safety Measures
• Job Site Preparation
• Construction safety
• Structural bolting
• Rigging techniques
• Structural welding
• Rigging preparation
• OSHA regulations
• Materials movement
• Equipment moving
• Materials transportation
• Load calculation
LEE COLLEGE
Baytown, TX
GED
EDUCATION
MasTec - Ironworker
Boise, ID • 05/2025 - 06/2025
Indemand - Rigger
Nederland, TX • 02/2025 - 04/2025
Indemand - Ironworker Foreman
Cairo, IL • 08/2024 - 10/2024
Performance Contractors - Rigger
Morgan City, LA • 02/2024 - 05/2024
EXPERIENCE
Fabricated and installed structural steel components according to blueprints and specifications.
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Mentored junior ironworkers in techniques for welding, cutting, and assembly processes.
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Conducted inspections of completed work to verify structural integrity and adherence to standards.
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Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
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Assisted in the development of lift plans, considering factors such as load weights, rigging capacities, and crane positioning.
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Assisted crane operators in making critical decisions regarding lift strategies while maintaining open lines of communication throughout the process.
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• Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections. Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
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Supervised daily operations of ironworking crew, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project specifications.
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Coordinated material deliveries and equipment usage to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
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Trained and mentored junior ironworkers on techniques, safety practices, and equipment handling.
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Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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• Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging Jan 00
CERTIFICATIONS
• NCCER Certificate for Ironwork
Richard Construction - Rigger
Plaquemine, LA • 10/2023 - 01/2024
Performance Contractors - Rigger
Morgan City, LA • 03/2023 - 06/2023
KEIWIT CORPORATION - JOURNEYMAN IRONWORKER
Great Falls, MO • 11/2022 - 02/2023
INDEMAND INDUSTRIAL SERVICES - JOURNEYMAN IRONWORKER Camden, AR • 07/2022 - 11/2022
equipment for specific tasks.
Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
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• Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty. Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
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Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
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Coordinated with crane operators to ensure precise load movements during operations.
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Implemented safety measures that reduced on-site incidents and enhanced team performance.
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Assessed site conditions and identified potential hazards to maintain a safe working environment.
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Improved rigging processes, leading to more efficient project timelines and enhanced workflow productivity.
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• Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements. Operated rigging equipment to safely lift and position heavy loads on construction sites.
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Inspected rigging gear for compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency.
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Collaborated with team members to develop rigging plans tailored to specific project requirements.
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Trained junior riggers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and equipment handling.
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• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts. Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
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Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
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• Maintained, repaired and replaced steel components and fasteners. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron.
• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals. Bolted aligned structural steel members in position for permanent riveting, bolting, and welding into place.
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Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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• Maintained, repaired and replaced steel components and fasteners.
• Placed steel bars for effectively reinforcing concrete. STARCON - JOURNEYMAN IRONWORKER
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Sidney, OH • 02/2022 - 03/2022
Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
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• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
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• Maintained, repaired and replaced steel components and fasteners.
• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts. Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
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• Placed steel bars for effectively reinforcing concrete.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals. Rode girders or other structural steel members to position them, or used rope to guide into position.
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Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders, according to blueprints and instructions from supervisors.
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• Forced structural steel members into final positions. Drove drift pins through rivet holes to align rivet holes in structural steel members with corresponding holes in previously placed members.
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Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
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Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts.
• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals.
• Maintained, repaired and replaced steel components and fasteners.
• Placed steel bars for effectively reinforcing concrete.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Inserted sealing strips, wiring, insulating material, ladders, flanges, gauged and valves, depending on types of structures.
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• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Hoisted steel beams, girders and columns into place, using cranes, and signaling hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members.
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• Signaled crane operator to lift pressure vessel parts to specified S&B ENGINEERS AND CONSTRUCTION LTD. - JOURNEYMAN
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position.
Repaired worn or damaged boilers by strengthening joints or using pieces of metal to patch weak spots.
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Operated cutting torches, hammers and files to smooth edges and weld pieces into place.
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• Placed steel bars for effectively reinforcing concrete. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron.
• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals. Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
•
• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts. Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
•
• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
•
Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
•
• Placed steel bars for effectively reinforcing concrete.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
•
Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
•
• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane.
• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts. Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
•
Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
•
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
•
Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
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• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals. Pulled, pushed, and pried structural steel members into approximate positions for bolting into place.
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Cut, bent, or welded steel pieces using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.
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Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel units for hoisting, as needed.
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• Fastened structural steel members to hoist cables, used chains, PCL CONSTRUCTION - JOURNEYMAN IRONWORKER
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cables, and rope.
Rode girders or other structural steel members to position them, or used rope to guide into position.
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Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
•
• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals.
• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron.
• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
•
• Maintained, repaired and replaced steel components and fasteners. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
•
• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Verified vertical and horizontal alignment of structural members using plumb bobs, laser equipment, or levels.
•
Used drift pins or spud wrenches to align bolt holes in steel members.
•
• Hoisted equipment and tools into location via bull rigging or crane.
• Laid out and accurately fabricated structural iron. Pulled, pushed, or pried equipment into position and bolted into place.
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• Identified, explained and performed crane hand signals.
• Assisted with connecting columns, beams and girders with bolts. Fabricated equipment according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
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Erected metal and precast concrete components for buildings, bridges, dams, towers, storage tanks, fences, and highway guard rails.
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Fastened structural steel members to hoist cables, used chains, cables, and rope.
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