Dustin Self
Farmerville
Summary
Professional in heavy equipment operations and rigging, ensuring safe and efficient project completion. Known for keen eye for detail and commitment to maintaining safety standards in all tasks. Excellent at fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic work environments, leveraging skills in rigging and load management.
Professional with extensive hands-on experience in rigging and lifting operations. Skilled in using cranes, hoists, and pulleys, ensuring safety and precision in high-stakes environments. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, consistently delivering reliable results. Known for strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and maintaining high standards in all tasks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Plant Operator
Complex Chemical
02.2020 - Current
- Played an active role during emergency response situations by following established protocols and applying critical thinking skills under pressure.
- Trained new operators in correct operation procedures, ensuring consistent performance across shifts.
- Participated in regular safety training sessions to stay current with industry best practices and reinforce company-wide commitment to safety excellence.
- Assisted in the development of cost-saving initiatives through continuous improvement efforts, reducing waste generation and energy consumption.
- Improved product quality by monitoring and adjusting process parameters based on analytical data from laboratory tests.
- Maintained accurate records of process data, equipment settings, and other relevant information for effective troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.
- Evaluated raw material specifications and coordinated procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of required resources for uninterrupted plant operations.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Operated forklifts to move packaged materials and chemical supplies and load and unload trucks and railcars.
- Utilized [Software] to maintain daily logs of volumes, temperatures and pressures of manufacturing equipment.
Rigger
Mohawk Field Services
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
- Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
- Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
- Assisted crane operators in making critical decisions regarding lift strategies while maintaining open lines of communication throughout the process.
- Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
- Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
- Enhanced team productivity through clear communication with colleagues regarding job assignments and expectations.
- Determined correct rigging requirements for equipment based on job specifications and environmental conditions.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared steel components for assembled bent sections and connectors.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities in overseeing small teams of junior riggers during complex lifts on major construction projects.
- Developed a strong understanding of rigging principles, enabling the accurate interpretation of blueprints and diagrams related to load handling activities.
- Executed complex lifts in confined spaces, demonstrating precision and skill.
- Played key role in successful project completions by coordinating closely with other trades.
- Enhanced project efficiency by advising on selection of rigging gear based on load requirements.
- Maintained rigging equipment to highest standards, ensuring operational readiness.
- Operated cranes, hoists and winches to lift, position and place heavy objects.
Electrician Helper
Dennis Scott Electrical
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Assisted electricians in installation of wiring and electrical systems for residential and commercial projects.
- Improved project efficiency by organizing and maintaining tools and equipment.
- Prepared work areas for electricians, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for electrical tasks.
- Enhanced job site efficiency, assisting with electrical component installation.
- Assisted in testing electrical systems for functionality, ensuring operational readiness.
- Assisted in installation of electrical panels, supporting electricians in daily tasks.
- Assisted in reading and interpreting blueprints to support accurate electrical installations.
- Supported electricians in wiring tasks, contributing to overall project success.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Enhanced electrical system safety by assisting in the installation and maintenance of wiring, conduits, and fixtures.
- Increased productivity by promptly preparing necessary tools and equipment for each job, ensuring timely task execution.
- Performed routine inspections of electrical systems to ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks, materials used, and time spent on each project for efficient documentation purposes.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks, ensuring project deadlines were met without compromising quality of work.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Followed safety procedures to maintain safe work environment.
- Gathered parts, supplies, and tools in preparation for each workday or new job.
- Used hand and power tools to cut, bend and shape wires.
- Loaded and unloaded tools, materials and equipment from work trucks and storage containers.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and other electrical components.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mangham High School
Mangham, LA05-2015
Skills
- Continuous improvement initiatives
- Preventive maintenance execution
- Adaptability to change
- Stress tolerance
- Time management aptitude
- Extremely Fast learner
- Catch on to things and learn fast
- Take pride into my work
- Machine operation
- Self motivation
- Decision-making
- Skid steer proficiency
- Front end loader operations
- Heavy lifting
- Construction equipment operation
- Residential construction
- Aerial lift operation
- Blueprint reading
Timeline
Chemical Plant Operator
Complex Chemical
02.2020 - Current
Rigger
Mohawk Field Services
01.2017 - 01.2020
Electrician Helper
Dennis Scott Electrical
02.2016 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Mangham High School
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