Noah DeSpain
Taylors
Summary
Collaborative ironworker proudly offering several years of experience using various equipment safely and correctly. Committed to efficiency and time management. A team player with a great attendance record to work in all types of conditions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ironworker
Francis Steel Inc
Aberdeen
06.2021 - 06.2026
- Fabricated and assembled steel structures for commercial and industrial projects.
- Installed beams, columns, and reinforcements to ensure structural integrity.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Operated rigging equipment to lift and position heavy materials safely.
- Conducted safety inspections to adhere to industry regulations and standards.
- Trained junior ironworkers on techniques and safety procedures, enhancing team skill set and compliance.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes. Certified in SMAW 3G and 4G as well as deck puddle welding
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Communicated progress updates to supervisors, facilitating informed decision-making on project developments.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks on all tools used during construction projects.
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Supervised multiple construction projects as foreman, managing team activities and ensuring task completion.
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
Stock Clerk
Pensacola Christian College Inc.
Pensacola
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Received and processed incoming shipments to ensure accuracy and timely availability.
- Organized stock inventory to streamline retrieval and optimize storage.
- Maintained clean and orderly stockroom to support operational efficiency.
- Completed forklift certification training
- Drove box truck and led team in order delivery across campus
- Assisted in training new staff on inventory procedures.
- Monitored stock levels and reported shortages to management.
- Monitored expiration dates on perishable items regularly throughout shift; removed any expired goods from shelves quickly.
Specialties Maintenance
Pensacola Christian College Inc.
Pensacola
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Performed day-to-day duties including pressure washing, gutter cleaning, and event setup/teardown, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Introduced innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and project outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product-related issues effectively.
Education
Shining Light Christian Academy
Pinebluff, NCSome College (No Degree) - Youth Ministries
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL 06.2018 - 05.2021
Skills
- Welding certification
- Fabrication techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Forklift operator
- Fall protection
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Supervisory skills
- Problem solving
- Heavy lifting
Certification
- OSHA 30 (completed 04/01/2023
- Forklift certification (renewed 09/25/2025)
- Rigging certification (renewed 09/25/2025)
- Fall protection certification (09/25/2025)
- First Aid/CPR trained (04/13/2026)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ironworker
Francis Steel Inc
06.2021 - 06.2026
Stock Clerk
Pensacola Christian College Inc.
01.2019 - 05.2021
Specialties Maintenance
Pensacola Christian College Inc.
06.2018 - 12.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Youth Ministries
Pensacola Christian College
06.2018 - 05.2021
Shining Light Christian Academy