ALEXSANDRO RIVERA
ST.CROIX,U.S. Virgin Islands
Summary
To obtain an entry-level position as an active employee involving responsibility and working with others as a team member to achieve advancement and growth for the company while presenting me with the ability for growth and self development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PIPE FITTER - LEADMAN
Philly shipyard / HKA Enterprises
Philadelphia, PA
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Installing repairing, and maintaining piping systems
- Managed all facets of work, from initial blueprint review and planning through skilled installation and final testing
- Welded pipes and connectors to match available spacing or specific size requirements
- Cleaned and maintained piping system units and fittings, maintaining performance and durability.
- Installation of pipe supports to support on-site installations, fit and assemble parts into complete assembly and verify dimensions and alignment
- Planning layout of piping systems following blueprints allowing for conformance to specifications, holes, and obstructions.
- Ability to measure out and bore holes in bulkheads and deck for installation of piping
- Installation of electrical supports under deck and bulkheads
- Knowledge in hydraulic, machinery, propulsion, and installing rescue boats
- Evaluated installed piping systems to identify and trace problems and plan out skilled repairs.
- Oversaw and trained helpers completing basic work assembling fixtures and installing system components
- Used welding machine, saws, cutting torches, fabricating machines, and hand tools to complete daily jobs
- Certified to operate high reach, forklift, and scissor lift
- Moved materials throughout distribution center and placed materials in designated areas.
- Reduced safety hazards, observing OSHA requirements and company established safety protocols.
- Moved heavy loads safely with focused and attentive equipment operation.
- Kept personnel safe by monitoring equipment operation and proactively identifying issues.
CONTRACTOR
Self employed
St.croix, VI
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Installed new internal structures such as walls, cabinets, appliances, and fixtures.
- Used skills such as carpentry, welding, and soldering to complete skilled work.
- Prepared proposals and estimates for projects to detail plans for customers.
- Demolished and removed existing structures to make way for renovations.
- Left every customer location clean and with professionally completed work to exceed expectations.
- Coordinated supplies and materials to handle renovation jobs.
- Brought in and oversaw subcontractors for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
- Oversaw budget adherence and deadline management to keep projects on time and under budget.
PIPE WELDER & FITTER
Eastern manufacturing
Langhorne, PA
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Followed specifications to produce precise, high-quality welds in line with outlined requirements.
- Worked according to blueprints, diagrams, and work orders to build desired structural shapes.
- Finished high-quality work by examining welds and removing imperfections like excess spatter, weld, and slag.
- Used clamps and jigs to secure workpieces and maintain alignment.
- Installed pipe assemblies, valves, sensors.
- Used saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, and pipe benders to complete daily functions.
- Welded and brazed pipe joints and fittings.
- Adhered to all safety protocols, including proper and consistent PPE use.
- Completed accurate and clean welds in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Followed safe working habits consistently to protect team members, equipment, and materials for unnecessary risks.
BELL MAN
Lowes Philadelphia Hotel
Philadelphia, PA
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Assist arriving and departing guests in a highly professional manner and with utmost courtesy - Handled all luggage, baggage, packages, etc.
- Carefully and safely - Ensured that all luggage and bags are in a safe, secure area while awaiting transfer.
- Completely familiar with all room types, room amenities and Hotel facilities, provides such information to Hotel guests.
- Completely familiar with Hotel emergency procedures and provides necessary information to Hotel guests.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Assisted guests in absence of concierge to offer information and other assistance.
- Helped set up conference rooms, display tables, and reception areas for events.
STRUCTURAL WELDER
WASTEQUIP
NEW JERSEY
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Welded components in flat vertical overhead and horizontal positions to reach structural sections.
- Worked from blueprints, engineering sketches, and work orders to plan welding jobs.
- Operated overhead crane, plasma cutter, oxy acetylene torch, power tools, and hand tools.
- Used hoist systems to maneuver the steel members into place and turnbuckles, crowbars or jacks to make final adjustments.
- Aligned structural steel members in position to allow for successful riveting, bolting and welding.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bended, and bolted components to complete assigned tasks.
- Setup and operated welding equipment.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment.
MECHANIC ASSISTANT
St. Croix U.S
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Assisted in changing and repairing car parts such as: Transmission, Engine, Car Oils, Tires, etc.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Welding Technology
Edison Ferreira High school
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Dependable
- Adaptable
- Quick learner
- Good verbal communication skills
- Good written communication skills
- Able to read blueprints
- Good problem solver
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- MIG welding
- FLUX welding
- STICK welding
- Safety awareness
- TWIC CARD
References
References Provided upon request.
Languages
Bilingual (Spanish & English)
Timeline
PIPE FITTER - LEADMAN
Philly shipyard / HKA Enterprises
03.2022 - 12.2024
CONTRACTOR
Self employed
09.2020 - 01.2022
PIPE WELDER & FITTER
Eastern manufacturing
06.2018 - 01.2020
BELL MAN
Lowes Philadelphia Hotel
02.2017 - 04.2018
STRUCTURAL WELDER
WASTEQUIP
01.2015 - 03.2016
MECHANIC ASSISTANT
St. Croix U.S
01.2014 - 01.2014
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Welding Technology
Edison Ferreira High school