JIM Foster
Baton Rouge
Summary
Skilled Ironworker and Insulation Foreman with a proven track record in structural fitting and construction safety, demonstrated at companies like River Parish Contractors. Excelled in mentoring junior staff and enhancing project quality control, achieving optimal productivity and safety standards. Expert in blueprint reading and crane signaling, ensuring project integrity and efficiency.
Knowledgeable Maintenance Personnel with robust background in structural assembly and installation. Demonstrated expertise in reading blueprints and executing complex ironwork projects to meet safety and quality standards. Proven ability to use welding and cutting tools efficiently while ensuring team collaboration and project completion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Iron Worker
River Parish Contractors
11.2024 - Current
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- 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.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
Ironworker
Turner Construction
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- 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.
Ironworker
Performance Contracting
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
Insulation Foreman
Brock Services
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support for professional growth within the insulation industry.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Journeyman Insulator
Apache Industrial Services
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed installations, promptly identifying any discrepancies or defects requiring corrective action before final signoff.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and elevated heights.
- Maximized productivity through excellent time management skills, prioritizing tasks effectively while remaining adaptable to changing project needs or priorities.
- Applied and handled insulating products such as foam, fiberglass and cloth with mud.
- Delivered training and mentoring to several apprentices in preparation for full-time roles.
- Communicated effectively with project managers, providing regular updates on progress and promptly addressing any concerns or questions that arose during the installation process.
Education
No Degree - Engineering
Lsu
Baton Rouge, LA04-2018
High School Diploma -
Broadmoor
Baton Rouge, LA04-2014
Skills
- Construction safety
- Structural bolting
- Rigging techniques
- Structural fitting
- Blueprint reading
- Crane signaling
- Column erection
- Parts fabrication
- Quality control
- Risk management
- Decking installation
- Blowtorches and equipment
Certification
NCCER Insulator
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Iron Worker
River Parish Contractors
11.2024 - Current
Ironworker
Turner Construction
01.2022 - 11.2024
Ironworker
Performance Contracting
12.2020 - 01.2022
Insulation Foreman
Brock Services
03.2018 - 03.2020
Journeyman Insulator
Apache Industrial Services
01.2015 - 02.2018
NCCER Insulator
No Degree - Engineering
Lsu
High School Diploma -
Broadmoor
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