Luis Ortiz Velazquez
Independence
Summary
Adept Scaffold General Foreman with a proven track record at BrandSafway, I excel in construction planning and safety management. Leveraging supervisory experience and scaffold erection expertise, I've enhanced job site safety and efficiency, achieving significant cost savings through innovative solutions and strong vendor negotiations. My leadership has mentored the next generation, ensuring project excellence and client satisfaction.
Offering strong organizational and leadership qualities with commitment to safety and team coordination. Brings solid understanding of scaffold construction principles and industry standards, along with ability to quickly learn and implement best practices. Ready to use and develop project management and team collaboration skills in [Desired Position] role.
Reliable and proactive problem-solver with focus on safety and efficiency. Possesses extensive knowledge of scaffold construction and industry regulations, along with proficiency in project management and team leadership. Committed to optimizing worksite operations and ensuring project deadlines are met with high-quality results.
Experienced with scaffold construction and team management. Utilizes strong leadership to ensure safety and efficiency on projects. Track record of effective project coordination and problem-solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scaffold General Foreman
BrandSafway
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions between project phases by ensuring timely dismantling of scaffolds and seamless handoffs to other trade crews.
- Enhanced job site safety by implementing strict scaffold inspection protocols and conducting regular audits.
- Maintained excellent client relationships by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional customer service throughout projects.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules, ensuring timely completion while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations at job sites.
- Mentored junior foremen, imparting valuable industry knowledge and best practices to the next generation of leaders in the field.
- Optimized scaffold utilization by developing detailed erection plans, minimizing waste of materials and resources.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Worked around live machinery and ongoing operations to complete [Number] scaffolding projects on-time and under budget.
- Carried materials and equipment weighing up to [Number] pounds onto job sites in various climates and weather conditions.
- Utilized ladders, small lifts and rope access systems to safely access hard-to-reach areas.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
Scaffold General Foreman
American Scaffolding Inc
02.2017 - 07.2024
- Facilitated smooth transitions between project phases by ensuring timely dismantling of scaffolds and seamless handoffs to other trade crews.
- Enhanced job site safety by implementing strict scaffold inspection protocols and conducting regular audits.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules, ensuring timely completion while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations at job sites.
- Evaluated new scaffolding technologies and systems, incorporating innovative solutions that increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Established strong vendor partnerships, negotiating favorable terms for equipment rentals and material purchases that resulted in significant cost savings.
- Optimized scaffold utilization by developing detailed erection plans, minimizing waste of materials and resources.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
- Trained new employees on proper safety procedures for working on scaffolding.
- Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural integrity before each use.
- Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
Scaffold Builder
Sunbelt Industries
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Adhered to strict quality control standards, guaranteeing the reliability and stability of built scaffolding structures.
- Displayed strong physical stamina, consistently fulfilling demanding labor requirements throughout long workdays onsite.
- Demonstrated versatility in scaffold construction by adapting to various architectural designs and requirements.
- Enhanced job site safety by assembling and dismantling safe, secure scaffolding structures.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing to ongoing improvement efforts for job site practices.
- Assisted in crane operations for heavy lifting tasks, ensuring seamless integration between scaffold assembly teams and other trades onsite.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trina Padilla De Sanz
Arecibo P,R08-2013
Skills
- Construction planning
- Equipment inspection
- Supervisory experience
- Power tools proficiency
- Multilingual skills
- Safety management
- Task delegation
- Detail orientation
- Hand and power tools
- Scaffold erection expertise
- Team coordination
- Worksite organization
- Safety compliance
- Fall protection
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Certification - OSHA Training Institute.
- Scaffold Competent Person Certification - Scaffold & Access Industry Association.
- Fall Protection Competent Person Training - International Safety Equipment Association.
- Forklift Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Scaffold General Foreman
BrandSafway
08.2024 - Current
Scaffold General Foreman
American Scaffolding Inc
02.2017 - 07.2024
Scaffold Builder
Sunbelt Industries
06.2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Trina Padilla De Sanz
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