Arvin Gilliam

• Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
• Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
• Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
• Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
• Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
• Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.

• Used hand tools, power drills, multi-meters and watt meters.
• Prepared pipe sections for welding by cutting, beveling, and cleaning surfaces according to specifications.
• Mentored junior team members in proper installation techniques, enhancing overall team performance.
• Consistently met or exceeded project deadlines by efficiently delegating tasks among team members according to their strengths and expertise areas.

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• Operated heavy machinery for excavation, trenching, and backfilling tasks as needed in pipeline projects.

• Maintained high safety standards on construction sites, resulting in fewer accidents and injuries.
• Ensured proper usage of signaling devices, including stop/slow paddles, flags, and radios for effective communication among team members.
• Assisted in setting up traffic control plans according to project specifications and local regulations, maintaining orderly work zones.
• Managed work zones using large signs and hand signals to direct traffic.
• Displayed excellent decision-making skills under pressure while managing heavy vehicle traffic during unexpected events or incidents onsite.

• Minimized damage to surrounding trees during extraction process through careful planning of skid.
• Performed routine maintenance tasks like pruning branches or removing dead wood from trees reducing potential hazards within the managed area.
• Demonstrated versatility in adapting to various terrains, weather conditions, and project specifications when performing tree removal tasks.
• Performed site restoration tasks following tree removal or trimming activities to minimize environmental impact.
• Coordinated effectively with other crew members during tree removal projects to ensure safe and efficient use of chippers.