DEREK K. MILLER, FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
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SKILLS PROFILE
- Thirty five years construction and rigging experience, a 3rd Generation Rigger.
- Knowledge in structural steel, rigging, machinery moving, house raising and jacking systems. An elite team builder with great leadership abilities.
- Contracts Negotiation
- State and Local Policy / Compliance
- Oversees all Operations and Management Responsibilities
- Customer Service
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Iron Men Home Repair Inc, Founder and President
2013 – present
After volunteering to help Super Storm Sandy victims, it was realized that a life of experience would help bring a company to the field of rebuilding homes after the storm. Iron Men is totally dedicated to the residential sector aimed at helping Sandy victims elevate their homes. At Iron Men we believe in never cutting corners when it comes to safety. Currently we are a small family run business that believes in disciplined growth. We at Iron Men feel that our experience, team building and leadership abilities will allow us to grow safely protecting the prestigious reputation that advances with every project we complete. We specialize in home elevations and short distance house moving.
Upfront Enterprises, President
1992 – 2012
President of a rigging and steel erection company. Used my experience, management and leadership abilities to assemble elite work forces that drove the company’s success and excellent reputation. Our Company worked on many projects for The Department of Transportation, The Department of Energy, and The Armed Forces. Upfront Enterprises worked on multiple projects for The School Authority, many local Long Island Schools and Municipalities, General Contractors, and private companies. Upfront Enterprises was always compliant with state and local code requirements and safety was paramount. Upfront Enterprises was always praised for the professionalism on any job it performed.
Journeyman Rigger & Structural Steel Ironworker
1985 – 1992
Worked on Guy Derricks from start to finish, Stiff Leg Derricks, Chicago Booms, Tower Cranes, operated Jacking Systems for bridge work, moved heavy equipment and structures, erected structural steel on multiple projects throughout New York City.
Rigging Apprentice School at Cradle of Aviation
1982 – 1985
Worked on Guy Derricks from start to finish, Stiff Leg Derricks, Chicago Booms, Tower Cranes, operated Jacking Systems for bridge work, moved heavy equipment and structures, erected structural steel on multiple projects throughout New York City.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
2013 – Present: Licensed Contractor for various Municipalities across New York State, and a member of the International Association of Structural Movers.
1996: Passed New York City Master Riggers Exam
1982 – 1985: Rigging Apprentice Schooling, Local Union 361
1981: North Babylon High School, North Babylon, NY Captain of Championship North Babylon Hockey Team