Kyle Meeks

Hoschton

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Lead Rigger with over 13 years of experience at Medical Equipment Installation Inc. Proven track record in enhancing workflow efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong communication and collaboration skills, coupled with expertise in Varion equipment. Established great relationships with numerous Varion project managers, hardware installers, and local service managers.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Rigger / Extended Rigger

Medical Equipment Installation Inc

Gadsden, AL

09.2019 - Current

Led rigging operations for medical equipment installations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Trained junior riggers on safe lifting techniques and operational best practices, enhancing team performance.
Implemented standard operating procedures to streamline rigging processes across projects.
Collaborated with team members and preform sight surveys with the customer to develop efficient rigging plans for complex projects.
Trained junior riggers on safe rigging practices and proper use of tools and equipment.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime.
Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by implementing safe work practices at all times during rigging operations.
Conducted site surveys to determine optimal cable routing and installation methods.
Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues on-site.
Trained junior installers on best practices for cable routing, dressing and terminating.
Developed customer relationships through effective communication during the project.
Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installation projects within tight deadlines.
Actively participated in conference calls to discuss progress updates, ongoing challenges and solutions.
Reduced installation errors by carefully following guidelines and best practices for cable placement and connection.

Lead Extended Rigger

North GA Installations

Toccoa, GA

06.2018 - 09.2019

Installed cable systems for medical equipment.
Received training direct from Varion Specialist during release of the Halcyon and Ethos systems.
Oversaw and inspected all extended rigging activities on projects involved with.

Rigger / Lead Extended Rigger

Medical Equipment Installations

Gadsden, AL

03.2013 - 06.2018

Trained on safe techniques of rigging,
Studied all Varion Rig and Him Manuals pertained to the system installations.
As growth occurred, I was evaluated and certified by Mark Faccinelli on rigging and extended rigging Truebeam Slim Stands.

Lead Glazier /Jobsite Foreman

Marathon Glass & Mirror, LLC

Lawrenceville, GA

07.2001 - 02.2013

Led installation of glass systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Supervised and trained junior glaziers on techniques and equipment handling.
Managed project timelines, coordinating with contractors for seamless workflow.
Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in glass cutting operations.
Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of glass installations into building designs.
Scheduled weekly field operations for six crews.
Reviewed shop drawings for all YKK Storefront and Curtainwall Systems.
Reviewed Shop Drawings to created fabrication cut sheets for aluminum system build and installations.
Determined glass sizes, quantities and specifications for all project orders.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dacula High School

Dacula, GA

Skills

Strong communication skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Continuous learning mindset
Quality work performed
Neat and proficient cabling

Over 13 Years of experience with all Varion equipment
Baseframe Qualified 04/18
Ext Rigging Truebeam Qualified 04/18
Identify Qualified 09/2020
Rigging Truebeam Qualified 04/18

Timeline