Alberto Cantu Pena
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Mech Tec, Tower Tec, Pipefitter, with experience in interpreting blueprints and conducting inspections. Strong collaboration skills have driven successful troubleshooting and installation processes, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
ITCS
Louisiana
03.2026 - Current
- Installed and repaired piping systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Perform Hydrotest and inspection on pipe systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installation.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system malfunctions.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal performance of piping systems.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of materials and tools required for projects.
- Optimized procedures to reduce downtime during installations and repairs.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
Tower Fitter
UPS
Houston, TX
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Assembled components using hand tools and power equipment to meet production standards.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote safety and productivity.
- Followed detailed specifications and blueprints to complete assembly tasks accurately.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Maintained accurate records of job progress, materials used, and time spent on each task to support accurate billing and inventory management.
- Recorded center to center measurements of area requiring field run systems and fabricated system based on measurements taken, applying specialized fit up techniques as appropriate.
- Make inventory for tower components.
- Review, follow and understand job scope to ensure and know about hazards related with the job.
- Open external manways of the tower to ventilation.
- Perform inspections inside tower or vessel whit Engineers to determine structural damage, piping system damages, and flow obstructions.
- Demolition internals, clean internal trays, repair trays, install new components to ensure good operation of the system and flow run properly according whit specs.
Tower Foreman
Tower Force
Houston, TX
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily tower construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated team efforts for installation and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure.
- Trained new crew members on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues during tower installations, improving operational efficiency.
- Monitored project progress, providing updates to management on timelines and potential delays.
- Ensured quality control during construction phases, adhering to specifications and client requirements.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Collaborated with engineers to optimize tower designs for better performance and costefficiency.
- Ensured all workers perform activities safely and quality accordance whit job scope.
- Make sure that all steps are followed according to the procedure.
Pipefitter/ Mech Tech
ITCS
Louisiana
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Verify and read blue prints to run lines trough the unit.
- Install pipes and all kind of valves(Glove valve, Check valve, Relief Valve on pipe systems.
- Remove and install Red Blinds.
- Bolt up valves, Flanges and Rv’s.
- Perform Hydrotest on pipe systems.
- Installed and maintained piping systems in compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve installation issues.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate pipe layout and assembly.
- Operated welding equipment to join piping components securely and efficiently.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Tower Mechanics
UPS
Houston
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Make inventory for tower components.
- Review, follow and understand job scope to ensure and know about hazards related with the job.
- Open external manways of the tower to ventilation.
- Perform inspections inside tower or vessel whit Engineers to determine structural damage, piping system damages, and flow obstructions.
- Demolition internals, clean internal trays, repair trays, install new components to ensure good operation of the system and flow run properly according whit specs.
Pipefitter Foreman
GSCS
Anacortes, WA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Verify and read blue prints to run lines trough the unit.
- Demolition of candy cane of Regen tower to get access to slide valve to proceed whit removal of 6 ft slide valve ( cut old slide valve, Grind and fit new slide valve whit specs).
- Perform critical lifting follow engineer procedures to ensure proper operation and safety.
- Install pipes and all kind of valves(Glove valve, Check valve, Relief Valve on pipe systems.
- Remove and install Red Blinds.
- Bolt up valves, Flanges and Rv’s.
- Perform Hydrotest on pipe’s.
- Supervised installation and repair of piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated daily activities of pipefitters, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
- Trained new employees on best practices for pipefitting techniques and safety measures.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure integrity of installations and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained inventory of tools and materials, ensuring readiness for upcoming projects.
- Resolved on-site issues by troubleshooting technical problems in piping systems efficiently.
- Implemented cutting-edge technologies to enhance productivity and streamline project workflows.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations.
Education
Mechanical Industrial Engineer - Industrial Engineering
UAT
Tamaulipas 08.2015
Skills
- Blueprints and Isometrics: Reading blueprints, structural drawings, and isometric piping schematics accurately
- Pipe Fabrication: Cutting, threading, bending, and beveling pipes using specialized machinery and hand tools
- Hydrostatic Testing: Pressure-testing systems with water or air to identify and fix leaks safely
- Rigging & Material Handling: Rigging equipment to move heavy pipe spools
Timeline
Pipefitter
ITCS
03.2026 - Current
Tower Fitter
UPS
01.2026 - 03.2026
Tower Foreman
Tower Force
10.2025 - 12.2025
Pipefitter/ Mech Tech
ITCS
04.2025 - 10.2025
Tower Mechanics
UPS
01.2025 - 03.2025
Pipefitter Foreman
GSCS
01.2024 - 05.2024
Mechanical Industrial Engineer - Industrial Engineering
UAT