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Certification
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Alapati Solomona

Hawthorne,CA

Summary

3 years of experience working in the gas line industry, with a focus on
installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Strong knowledge of gas line safety protocols, regulations, and
industry standards.
- Proven ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical
drawings for gas line systems.
- Proficient in operating and maintaining a wide range of gas line
equipment and tools.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to identify and
resolve issues promptly.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities, fostering positive
relationships with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented and committed to ensuring accuracy and compliance
in all gas line operations.
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills, delivering
projects within deadlines and budget constraints.
Installed, maintained, and repaired gas lines in residential, commercial,
and industrial settings.
- Conducted thorough inspections and leak detection tests to identify
potential hazards or gas line malfunctions.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute gas line
projects, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and regulations.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine optimal
gas line routes and connection points.
- Operated various equipment, such as trenchers, backhoes, and pipe
threading machines, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance on gas line systems, including
pressure testing, valve inspections, and pipe replacements.
- Responded promptly to emergency service calls, troubleshooting and
resolving gas line issues under time-sensitive conditions.
- Documented work performed, including repairs, inspections, and
maintenance activities, ensuring accurate records for compliance purposes

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck 2 Truck Technician

Clean Harbors
08.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined hazardous waste management processes for increased efficiency in waste removal operations.
  • Conducted research on hazardous waste management projects to determine magnitude of problems, treatments, disposal alternatives and costs.
  • Conducted comprehensive research on industry trends to stay current with best practices in hazardous waste management processes.
  • Performed regular audits on facility compliance with federal regulations related to hazardous waste management, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
  • Reduced environmental risks through diligent monitoring of hazardous waste management systems.
  • Improved hazardous waste management by implementing proper disposal techniques and procedures.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to established guidelines for infection control and hazardous waste management.
  • Conducted hazardous waste management operations, ensuring safe and compliant disposal.

Metal Trades Helper/ Gas Distribution

PSC
03.2023 - 07.2023

• Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
• Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Followed safety protocols on job sites.
Followed instructions from construction project managers and
supervisors.

• Removed debris and waste from job sites.
• Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
• Unloaded and stored construction materials.
• Set up ladders and other access equipment.

  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with diverse teams across multiple trade disciplines.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols, resulting in reduced workplace accidents and injuries.

Pipeline Fuser

Roesoe Construction
09.2021 - 10.2022

• Laid out materials for efficient project work.
• Performed repairs on gas pipelines.
Followed correct reporting procedures for safety concerns and
incidents.

• Signaled equipment operators to align machinery.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and
shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.

• Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning
torches to perform tasks.

Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to
specifications.

• Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
• Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes
of materials required.

Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden
water line leaks.

• Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design
specifications for each system.

Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine
locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.

• Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of
leaks.

Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with
correct settings to maximize performance.

Welder Helper / Gas Relight

RLA Utilities
01.2020 - 08.2021

• Removed trash and excess materials to clean up work areas.
• Maintained equipment in good working order.
Kept positive attitude focused on learning new processes and
techniques.

• Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• Fetched materials, equipment and tools for welding professionals.
Pipe Fusing
2in - 6in butt fusion
2in-8in coupling fusion
2in- 8in Electro-fusion


•Tapping
-Plastic
-Steel


•Pressure Testing
-Plastic
-Steel


•Purging
-Plastic
-Steel


•Pinching
-Plastic
-Steel


• Locating Gas lines

Education

High School Diploma -

Lawndale High
Lawndale, CA
06.2017

Skills

  • Fuel System Knowledge
  • Transmission Repair Abilities
  • Hydraulic Systems Knowledge
  • Welding and fabrication

Gas line Installation
Gas Meter Replacement
Pipe Fusing
Air testing
Welder helper
Pinching Gas lines
Locating Utilities
Gas Relight
Plumbing
Pipe fitting
Purging Gas lines
Gas Fusion with Hydraulic
Machine

Operating

Excavation
Pigging Gas lines
Utilizing Air compressors
Tapping Plastic Gas lines
Tapping Steel Gas lines
Breaking down Gas Meters
Gas Meter Removal
Tool and Equipment Management
Machine Tools
Natural Gas
Testing Devices
Parts Replacement
Heavy Labor
Pressure Testing
Power Saws
Service Calls
Minor Welding
Building Materials
Routine Maintenance

Certification

• Pipe Fusing Training
• Purging
• Pinching
• Tapping
• Excavating
• Locating Utilities
• Pressure testing
• Butt fusion
• Saddle fusion
• Coupling fusion
• Electrofusion
• Hydraulic fusion
• Scraping Mains

Languages

Samoan
Native or Bilingual
American Sign language
Professional Working

Timeline

Truck 2 Truck Technician

Clean Harbors
08.2023 - Current

Metal Trades Helper/ Gas Distribution

PSC
03.2023 - 07.2023

Pipeline Fuser

Roesoe Construction
09.2021 - 10.2022

Welder Helper / Gas Relight

RLA Utilities
01.2020 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Lawndale High
Alapati Solomona