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Alberto Chavez

Nashua ,NH

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

I have 10 years of experience in the refractory industry. I’ve put my hands on many different tasks from welding brick laying gunning casting finishing etc. when I’m on a job I’m serious and determined to do my job the best of my ability. Whether it’s demo installing cleaning QC, QA/QC I will try my best and set high standards for satisfactory amongst everyone.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
Corpus Christi, TX
04.2023 - 05.2023

During the 2023 FCC turnaround located at Valero Corpus Christi my job duties were:

- Locating and indicating areas in the Reactor & Regenerator that needed immediate attention for repairs during the shutdown.

- Following the work from demolition to installation making sure all steps, procedures per Valero were followed.

- Final inspection of work concluding the integrity of the material will do its job during process.

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
Billings, MT
03.2023 - 04.2023

During the 2023 FCC outage located at EXXON Billings Montana my job duties were: - Locating and indicating areas in the Regenerator that needed immediate attention for repairs during the shutdown. Along with the new door sheet that needed to be removed and installed after the demo of the refractory installed liner. - Following the work from demolition to installation making sure all steps, procedures per Valero were followed. Including qualifications mixing procedures welding procedures gunning installation per EXXON MOBIL specifications - Final inspection of work concluding the integrity of the material will do its job during process.

-Following the dry out procedure for the temperature climbs and hold points to cool down.

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
Linden, NJ
02.2023 - 03.2023

During the 2023 FCCU turnaround my duties as an inspector were:

-Locating and indicating areas of immediate repairs during shit down of unit.

-Following work from demolition to installation processes in the Reactor, Regenerator, Scrubbers 3rd stage separator (Tertiary). Checking on square up shell prep, layout, welding procedures, installation of refractory liner.

-Being at the location of mixing and installment of liner observing good installation techniques mixing techniques.

-Qualifications for hand packers, nozzleman breaking qualification sample checking for voids, rebound entrapment lamination and other indications of improper installment, welders etc.

-Final inspection hammer test after 24 hour curing time to make sure the liner was installed properly.

Bricklayer

JT Thorpe
Baytown, TX
01.2023 - 01.2023

My job duties on this new construction project of 2023 was to install IFB and install kaowool then installation modules.

Fireproofing

Apache Industrial Services
Lake Charles, LA
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Foreman

Apache Industrial Services
Sulphur, LA
11.2022 - 11.2022
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.

Bricklayer

Turn 2
Port Arthur, TX
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • During the2023 she’ll motiva turnaround my duties were to install brick on a 3 tier brick wall in between the heater tubes. Reading the blueprints for correct installation.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
  • Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
  • Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.

Refractory Specialist 1

ParFab Field Services
Texas City, TX
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • During this 2022 turnaround working in multiple heaters my responsibilities were:
  • Demolition, Sandblasting, layout, welding, installation of kaowool blanket, dry lay hard brick, gun refractory, cut back
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Refractory Specialist 1

CUST-O-FAB
Port Arthur, TX
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • During the 2022 air products turnaround located inside Valero refinery my responsibilities were:
  • Figure out a way to support bring back buckled brick walls that had collapsed during start up. Removing all blocks that made the tunnel walls in the reformer. Hold points for inspection before installing new refractory “Lego” blocks.
  • Back Welding (7018-stick) new plate to shell of reformer. stick(309) welding 304 anchors for new cast.
  • Pouring floors and cutting back to an approved finish.
  • Chipped slag or removed linings when beyond repair using hammers and chisels.
  • Disassembled equipment to make effective repairs and conduct preventive maintenance, keeping each piece of equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Quality Control Inspector

Inserv
Utah
12.2020 - 01.2021
  • During the turnaround 2 locations heater work my responsibilities were:
  • Following the work making sure the correct materials were being installed while using correct installation methods.
  • Observing correct mixing procedure were performed before installation.
  • Layouts were etched on the shell of the heaters per owner.
  • The correct metals anchors and welding rods were being used during weld procedures.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Developed and implemented inspection processes to define criteria and quality control measures.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
  • Sampled products to verify compliance with standards

Education

12th Grade Diploma -

Great Bay Elearning Charter School
Exeter, NH
05.2010

Skills

  • Bricklayer
  • Stick welding
  • Hand packer
  • Cut back
  • Nozzleman
  • Module installer
  • Layouts
  • Sandblast/Wet blast

Timeline

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
04.2023 - 05.2023

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
03.2023 - 04.2023

Inspection

TURNAROUND SPECIALTY GROUP
02.2023 - 03.2023

Bricklayer

JT Thorpe
01.2023 - 01.2023

Fireproofing

Apache Industrial Services
11.2022 - 12.2022

Foreman

Apache Industrial Services
11.2022 - 11.2022

Bricklayer

Turn 2
09.2022 - 10.2022

Refractory Specialist 1

ParFab Field Services
09.2022 - 10.2022

Refractory Specialist 1

CUST-O-FAB
09.2022 - 10.2022

Quality Control Inspector

Inserv
12.2020 - 01.2021

12th Grade Diploma -

Great Bay Elearning Charter School
Alberto Chavez