Benjamin Cox
Milliken,Colorado (CO)
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
Local 208
Denver, CO
07.2016 - Current
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Education
No Degree -
Local 208 Apprenticeship Program
Denver, CO05.2022
High School Diploma -
Longmon High School
Longmont, CO05.2006
Licenses & Certifications
Skills
- Fall Protection
- Project Drawings
- Hand and Power Tools
- Isometric Drawing
- Pipe Measuring and Cutting
- Welding
- Pipefitting
- ISO Drawing Interpretation
- Commercial Pipe Fitting
- Piping Layout
Languages
spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Pipefitter
Local 208
07.2016 - Current
No Degree -
Local 208 Apprenticeship Program
High School Diploma -
Longmon High School
Licenses & Certifications