Alicia Breto
Jonesborough,TN
Summary
A motivated and hardworking young female colleague willing to work my way up the trade ladder. Eager to grow under experienced journeymen while contributing to the crew and the better of plant and projects. Reliable, hard working, and ready to contribute to demanding job sites nationwide.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Assistant
Orbitech
Taylor, TX
05.2026 - Current
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing safety training programs for staff compliance.
- Monitored safety equipment usage, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Facilitated communication between management and employees regarding safety protocols.
- Properly Filled out work permits, PTP, and barricade hazard signs.
- Led pre work and post work meetings in both English and Spanish.
General Laborer
Orbitech
Taylor, TX
05.2026 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Provided labor support welders, and pipefitters.
Firewatch
National Boiler Service
Trenton, Georgia
04.2024 - Current
- Monitor all hot work operations (welding, cutting, grinding) for signs of sparks, heat, or fire hazards.
- Maintain a clear and immediate response plan by keeping fire extinguishers and communication devices on hand at all times.
- Remain in the designated area during and for at least 30 minutes after hot work is completed or as required by safety protocols.
- Ensure all flammable materials are removed or properly shielded from the work area.
- Immediately respond to or report any fire-related incidents or unsafe practices.
Pipefitter
Worley
Kingsport, TN
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
- Collaborated with project teams to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
- Developed and executed maintenance plans for piping systems, improving reliability and performance.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Holewatch
National Boiler Service
Trenton, Georgia
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Monitor workers entering and working in confined spaces such as boilers, tanks, drums, or vessels.
- Maintain constant communication with personnel inside confined spaces to ensure their safety.
- Prevent unauthorized entry into confined spaces and ensure compliance with entry permits and safety procedures.
- Watch for signs of distress or emergency, and initiate rescue procedures or call for help if needed.
- Verify proper use of PPE, ventilation, gas monitoring, and permit compliance at all times.
Boilermaker
National Boiler Service
Trenton, Georgia
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Dismantle, inspect, repair, and reassemble boilers, heat exchangers, economizers, air preheaters, and related pressure vessels.
- Align and fit components using plumb bobs, levels, wedges, and turnbuckles.
- Install refractory, insulation, and gaskets as required.
- Operate hand and power tools, including cutting torches, grinders, and pneumatic tools.
- Perform rigging duties to move heavy components using chain falls, come-alongs, and cranes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and job specifications.
- Conduct hydrostatic testing and pressure checks to identify leaks or defects.
- Following all strict safety regulations, including confined space, hot work, fall protection, and lockout/tagout protocols.
- Fabricated and installed piping systems according to specifications and safety regulations.
- Assisted in the installation of boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels under supervision.
Structural welder
National Boiler Service
Trenton, Georgia
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Perform structural and pipe welding during scheduled plant outages, shutdowns, and new boiler installations across multiple states.
- Work alongside boilermakers, fitters, and engineers to complete large-scale industrial projects under tight deadlines.
- Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and welding symbols to ensure accurate weld placement and structural integrity.
- Comply with all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety protocols, including PPE, confined space entry, and hot work procedures
- Work in confined spaces, at heights, and in variable weather conditions while adhering to strict safety guidelines.
Assembly Technician
John Deere
Greeneville, Tennessee
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Assembly Tasks: Assemble parts or components to specifications using hand and power tools.
- Quality Control: Conduct routine quality checks to ensure products meet company standards.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to meet production goals and maintain safety standards.
- Workplace Maintenance: Keep work areas clean and organized, and assist in other duties as required.
Education
High School Diploma - Millwright skills certification, Structural welding certification
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Elizabethton, Tennessee12.2023
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Daniel Boone Highschool
Gray, Tennessee05.2023
Skills
- Carbon Structural Welding
- Structural Steel Fabrication
- Industrial Shutdown & Outage Work
- OSHA 10 Certified Confined Space & Fall Protection Trained
- NCCER certified
- Machinery Installation & Alignment
- Power & Hand Tool Operation
- Rigging, Material handling, Hoisting, and Lifting
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics (Basic Knowledge)
- Blueprint & Schematic
- Team Collaboration
- Bilingual (English, Spanish)
- Scaffold safety
- Workplace inspections
- Pipefitting
- Attention to detail
Certification
OSHA 10
NCCER for millwright
Structural welding
TWIC
MEWP
Scaffolding
Fall protection
Interests
Licensed and experienced Nail Technician, Traveling to different states within the United States, Snowboarding, Swimming, Hiking, Fishing, Cooking, Organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Safety Assistant
Orbitech
05.2026 - Current
General Laborer
Orbitech
05.2026 - Current
Pipefitter
Worley
10.2025 - 02.2026
Firewatch
National Boiler Service
04.2024 - Current
Holewatch
National Boiler Service
04.2024 - 10.2025
Boilermaker
National Boiler Service
04.2024 - 10.2025
Structural welder
National Boiler Service
04.2024 - 10.2025
Assembly Technician
John Deere
01.2024 - 03.2024
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Daniel Boone Highschool
High School Diploma - Millwright skills certification, Structural welding certification
Tennessee College of Applied Technology