Reliable and flexible labor worker with a strong work ethic and positive attitude focusing on physical labor, machine operation and problem solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Prove Up Level 1 and Level 2 Operator
Tenaris
06.2022 - 05.2024
Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
Proficient in UT and MT testing
Identified defects in tubing products and completed inspection of tubes/defects to determine if within tolerance or not
Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis including any needed adjustments or modifications to ensure product specifications met expectations.
Quality Control/Monitor
TMK IPSCO
09.2017 - 01.2020
Responsible for ensuring quality of tubes produced by the mill meet company standards before being shipped to customer
Notified supervisors of any defects identified or abnormalities occurring with production, so issues could be resolved, and production resumed
Measured with micrometers and panametrics to assess the outside diameter of tubes
Inspected and calibrated micrometers and panametrics prior to use
Changed stretch reducing mill rolls
Experienced with non-destructive testing using barflux and wetflux
Certified Ultrasonic Level I & II Testing Operator within TMK IPSCO
Participated in weekly safety meetings and completed required safety trainings to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
Crew Leader
Well Service Group
10.2016 - 06.2017
Led a crew of 4 laborers to perform various tasks on oil rig sites under the direction of the company owner
Tasks included patch and repair of plastic containment devices, operated a Demtech wedge welder, extrusion gun, seamed 30mil to 120mil plastic, underwater seaming, roustabout, drove company trucks and trailers to various rig sites following approved routes and maintaining safety standards
Operated equipment such as skid steer, front end loader, telehandler and man basket
Responsible for completion of crew member's time cards, alerted crew members of on-call status
Required to be on-call 24/7, attended safety meetings and completed various safety in-services as required.
Lawn and Garden Crew Leader
Lowes Home Improvement
05.2016 - 10.2016
Forklift operator, stocked merchandise on shelves, provided customer service and assisted customers with loading their purchases into their vehicles as needed
Maintained a safe and clean work environment.
Saw Operator
PTC Alliance
04.2010 - 09.2015
Routinely utilized computer programs for data entry and calculations
Constant observation of safety precautions and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment
Routinely able to lift 75-100 pounds
Experienced operating marvel and hem saw, overhead cab crane, stencil line and pickle house operation to remove rust and scale from pipe as well as ensuring acid properties were correct
Assisted with bundling pipe to prepare for shipping.
Laborer
American Bridge Manufacturing
04.2008 - 03.2010
Performed various general labor procedures within the mill including operation of grinding machines, torqued bolts and operation of overhead crane
Maintained safety practices and procedures to promote a clean and safe work environment.
Education
General Studies -
South Side High School
Hookstown, PA
06.2006
Diploma - Refrigeration And Climate Control
New Castle School of Trades
East Liverpool, OH
05.2022
Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Troubleshooting
Heavy Equipment operation, including forklift
Machine Operation
Efficient multitasking
Valid Driver's License
Safety Compliance
Tool operation
Heavy Lifting
HVAC Systems
References
Cody Boyde, 724-494-0999 - Industry, PA - Duquesne Light Company
Justin Fitzgerald, 724-650-0403 - Clinton, PA - Steel Worker
Student Affairs Research/Graduate Program Assistant at Slippery Rock UniversityStudent Affairs Research/Graduate Program Assistant at Slippery Rock University