Joseph Costello
Calgary
Summary
Adaptable rigger with a versatile background in rigging and oilfield operations. Known for effective communication and meticulous attention to detail, contributing to safe and efficient project execution.
Detail-oriented rigger with expertise in safe lifting operations and effective team coordination. Proven ability to communicate effectively and solve problems in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rigger
Cana
Calgary
04.2025 - Current
- Operated rigging equipment for lifting and moving heavy materials safely.
- Inspected rigging gear for defects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated with team members to plan and execute lifting operations efficiently.
- Maintained rigging tools and equipment in optimal working condition.
- Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly transport loads.
- Conduct risk assessments before each performance or production in order to identify potential hazards associated with the use of lifting devices.
Rigger
Cemrock
Calgary
01.2024 - 05.2025
Oilfield Floorhand
Horizon
Calgary
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Operated machinery to support drilling operations efficiently and safely.
- Assisted in rig maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies for daily operations.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute drilling plans effectively.
- Cleaned and organized work areas to promote a safe environment.
- Assisted in the rigging up and down of drilling rigs for oil wells.
- Operated power tongs to make-up or break-out drill pipe, casing and tubing.
Rigger
AFDE site C dam
Calgary
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated rigging equipment for lifting and moving heavy materials safely.
- Inspected rigging gear for defects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated with team members to plan and execute lifting operations efficiently.
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
Carpenter
Graham
Calgary
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Kept team members safe and job sites free of hazards by maintaining good organizational skills at all stages.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Rigging experience with mobile, tower crane.
- Operated power tools safely to complete carpentry tasks efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal safety practices.
- Built clarafier mechanisms for bonny brook,
- Also work at the LNG project in Kitimat B.C
Education
Jack James High School
Calgary, ABSkills
- Blueprint reading
- Rigging techniques
- Concrete pouring
- Power tool operation
- Team coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
Certification
- Aerial lift platform
- Fall arrest
- CSO
Timeline
Rigger
Cana
04.2025 - Current
Rigger
Cemrock
01.2024 - 05.2025
Oilfield Floorhand
Horizon
01.2023 - 01.2024
Rigger
AFDE site C dam
07.2021 - 01.2022
Carpenter
Graham
01.2013 - 01.2019
Jack James High School