Aaron Jamnik
Houston
Summary
Highly detail-oriented Quality Assurance and NDT professional with over a decade of experience supporting industrial and semiconductor operations. ASNT VT Level II certified, with strengths in weld inspection, pressure testing, and quality documentation, known for reliability, leadership, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Base Build Weld Inspector
MSR-FSR LLC
Phoenix, AZ
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of welded joints to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications such as ASME B31.9.
- Utilized visual non-destructive testing techniques to identify defects and ensure structural integrity of welds.
- Collaborated with welding teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Maintained detailed inspection records, documenting findings and ensuring traceability for quality assurance purposes.
- Ensured contractor's and welder's WPS, WPQ, and Weld Tests were all up to date and applicable to projects code requirements.
Distribution Inspector
TJ Inspection
Texas, United States
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted inspections of natural gas distribution projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Verify contractor OQs, permits, dig tickets, and safety documentation before work begins.
- Inspected polyethylene fusions as well as carbon steel welds.
- Monitored excavation, fusion, welding, and pipeline installation for adherence to quality and environmental standards.
- Conducted thorough leak detection inspections to ensure safety and compliance using CGI and four-gas monitors.
- Oversaw pressure and soap testing to validate system integrity.
- Documented observations and findings in Locusview and project-specific platforms.
- Collaborated with contractors and utility representatives to correct deficiencies and ensure safe, efficient operations.
Quality Control Representative
Caliber QC
Chandler, AZ
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Performed walk-downs on high-purity tool install systems and big bore piping. Materials that were inspected include stainless steel, carbon steel, PVDF, PP, PE.
- Inspected against model drawings and P&IDs to verify accuracy.
- Conducted pneumatic and hydrostatic testing for stainless and plastic systems.
- Inspected orbital welds on high and low purity stainless steel.
- Assembled turnover packages including weld logs, pressure test reports, and QC checklists.
- Scheduled and documented final walk-downs and pressure tests.
- Earned P.I.P.E ASME B31.3 PVC + CPVC Bonding Certificate through Local Union 469.
Quality Assurance Representative – Process Piping
MSR-FSR
Phoenix, AZ
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Conducted detailed pneumatic and hydrostatic tests on lithography tool systems, focusing on bulk and specialized gas components.
- Facilitated UPW system flushes and tie-ins to uphold compliance standards.
- Analyzed various materials through visual inspections to confirm adherence to established piping specifications and P&IDs.
- Assessed weldments for quality and adherence to ASME B31.3 specifications.
Quality Assurance Crew Lead
Bronco QA Services
Houston, TX
10.2015 - 07.2020
- Oversaw discharge of imported OCTG pipe and coordinated with Houston ports.
- Led NDT team (10–15 staff) in inspecting material per API standards.
- Managed VTI thread inspections and inventory reconciliation.
- Reported directly to CEO; maintained 99.9% accuracy during audit.
- Developed improved inventory tracking to increase accountability.
Level II NDT Inspector
OCTG LLP
Houston, TX
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Operated ultrasonic flaw detectors and thickness gauges to find flaws on casing and tubing seamless drill pipe.
- Promoted through multiple roles including SEA inspection, VT thread inspection, and operated a UT machine with 56 transducers searching for discontinuities.
- Achieved various NDT certifications and maintained equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pueblo West High School
Pueblo West, CO01.2013
Skills
- Inspection Tools: Ultrasonic Flaw Detector, Thickness Gauge
- Software: Microsoft Office, Excel, Intel PCT, BIM 360
- Visual inspection
- Welding codes
- API standards
- Pipeline inspections
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Certification
- ASNT Level II – VT, UT, MP, VTI (2015)
- Certified through company-sponsored ASNT VT Level II program
- George Fisher Weld Bead Training (Infrared)
- P.I.P.E ASME B31.3 PVC + CPVC Bonding Certificate
- OSHA 10 Certified
- CPR & First Aid Trained (07/2023)
- TWIC Card (2015)
Timeline
Base Build Weld Inspector
MSR-FSR LLC
11.2025 - Current
Distribution Inspector
TJ Inspection
05.2025 - 11.2025
Quality Control Representative
Caliber QC
09.2023 - 04.2025
Quality Assurance Representative – Process Piping
MSR-FSR
08.2020 - 09.2023
Quality Assurance Crew Lead
Bronco QA Services
10.2015 - 07.2020
Level II NDT Inspector
OCTG LLP
08.2013 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Pueblo West High School
Summary of Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in industrial quality control and inspection
- ASNT VT Level II Certified
- Specialized in ASME B31.3, NDT (UT, MP, VT), and piping systems
- Extensive semiconductor fab experience (Intel, TSMC)
- Leadership experience managing teams of up to 15
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Intel PCT, Procore, and BlueBeam