John Oblazny
Chicago,IL
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Rigger
Associated Control & Design
06.2018 - Current
- Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
- Developed a strong understanding of rigging principles, enabling the accurate interpretation of diagrams related to load handling activities.
- Performed load calculations, ensuring the safe and effective execution of lifting operations.
Union Stagehand/Rigger
Local 125
03.2015 - Current
- Delivered exceptional audience experiences through meticulous attention to detail in prop placement and set arrangement.
- Collaborated with stage managers, directors, and other team members to create visually appealing and functional stage environments.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
- Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting responsibilities as needed due to unexpected circumstances or last-minute changes before showtime.
- Enhanced stage production quality by efficiently setting up and breaking down sets, lighting, and sound equipment.
Carpenter/laborer
T & S Construction Group, Inc.
04.2005 - Current
- Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
- Increased project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various carpentry tasks.
- Researched, purchased and inventoried equipment parts, chemicals and supplies.
- Safely operated power tools like saws, drills, sanders, routers consistently throughout each project''s life cycle while minimizing waste materials generated during production processes effectively reducing overall expenses incurred during execution phase
- Used hand tools such as utility knives, hammers and deglazing devices to complete carpentry tasks.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
C.H.I.C.
Chicago, IL05-2001
Skills
- Rigging preparation
- OSHA regulations
- Materials movement
- Equipment moving
- Materials transportation
- Event support
- Safety
- Basic mathematical skill
- Scaffolding management
- Scaffolding installation
- Load movement control
- Climbing skills
- Fitting attachment
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Rigger
Associated Control & Design
06.2018 - Current
Union Stagehand/Rigger
Local 125
03.2015 - Current
Carpenter/laborer
T & S Construction Group, Inc.
04.2005 - Current
Associate of Arts - Culinary
C.H.I.C.
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