Blake Simms
P.O. Box 171, Coleys Point South,NL
Summary
I am a 2nd year Ironworker apprentice who possesses valuable hands on experience with excellent interpersonal skills. Works in a timely and efficient manner to see jobs through to completion. I'm motivated on the job site and find interpreting blueprints and following verbal instructions from supervisors with ease. I'm always safety-conscious known for effectively communicating with team members and remaining attentive while working in high-risk environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Strctural Ironworker (Apprentice 2nd Yr.)
The Cahill Group
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Accurately interpret drawings and specifications to lay out work.
- Attended morning safety meetings to ensure site operation safety.
- Unloaded and position steel so each piece can be hoisted as needed.
- Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
- Erected and install scaffolding, hoisting equipment and rigging.
- Aligned and weld or bolt steel units in place.
- Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
- Assembled and erect prefabricated metal structures.
- Used hand, power and bending tools as necessary
- Used aerial work platform, ladders and scaffolding
- Collaborated with site mangers and safety administrators to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- 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.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
Structural Ironworker (Apprentice)
T.A.Z. Multi Works Inc.
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
Education
Ironworker Generalist (Pre-Employment) Program
Ironworker Education & Training Co Inc.
Mt. Pearl, NL05.2021
High School Diploma -
Ascension Collegiate
Bay Roberts, NL06.2020
Skills
- Use power, hand and bending tools
- Use aerial work platform, ladders and scaffolding
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Works well independently
- Interpret drawings and specifications
- Effective at multi-tasking
- Possesses relevant certificates to the trade
- Valid driver's license
- Self-motivated
- Dependable and reliable
Affiliations
- Aerial Work Platform AWP - Expiry Date 02/26/2027
- Telehandler TEL - Expiry Date 02/01/2027
- Rigging (2 Day) RIG2 - Expiry Date 12/15/2026
- Confined Space CONSP - Expiry Date 12/08/2026
- Fall Protection FP - Expiry Date 11/27/2026
- Powerline Hazards PLH - Expiry Date 11/24/2026
- Overhead Crane Operator OHCO - Expiry Date 1/13/2024
- Construction Safety Training Systems - Effective Date 04/15/2021
Timeline
Strctural Ironworker (Apprentice 2nd Yr.)
The Cahill Group
01.2023 - 07.2023
Structural Ironworker (Apprentice)
T.A.Z. Multi Works Inc.
10.2021 - 12.2021
Ironworker Generalist (Pre-Employment) Program
Ironworker Education & Training Co Inc.
High School Diploma -
Ascension Collegiate
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