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Brandon Higgins

Robinson,IL

Summary

API Inspector with 18 years of non-destructive testing in multiple industries. Certified API 510/570/580/653. Certified Level II in 6 NDE methods. Meticulous, thorough inspector and project supervisor that provides clients exemplary on-time service and results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

API Inspector

Team Industrial Services Inc
Washington, IN
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented inspection procedures, policies, best practices and competency requirements.
  • Created in-depth reports summarizing findings from inspections and tests.
  • Verified code and safety compliance through the review of technical documents in both electronic and paper formats.
  • API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspections.
  • API 570 Piping Inspections.
  • API 653 Storage Tank Inspections.
  • IDMS.
  • Solely responsible for conducting all API and NDE inspections at the facility, guaranteeing compliance with maintenance schedules.
  • Collaborated closely with personnel from site maintenance, operations, and management to ensure seamless equipment shutdown and startup during internal inspections.

API Inspector

Team Industrial Services Inc
Brandenburg, KY
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed and implemented inspection procedures, policies, best practices and competency requirements.
  • Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
  • Reviewed technical documents to verify code and safety compliance in both electronic and paper formats.
  • API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspections.
  • API 570 Piping Inspections.
  • API 653 Storage Tank Inspections.
  • IDMS.
  • NDE.

NDE Senior Technician/RSO

Team Industrial Services Inc
Robinson, IL
05.2021 - 05.2023
  • Performed visual and NDE inspections using established methods to identify defects.
  • Generated reports of inspection methods and analyzed and interpreted data in preparation for submission to clients.
  • Provided necessary guidance, training and supervision to NDE trainees and Level I and II certified personnel.
  • Calibrated and maintained NDE equipment in accordance with applicable procedures and codes.
  • As the on-site Radiation Safety Officer: Performed audits on radiography personnel, maintained records for the NRC, source retrievals.
  • Using AutoCAD created new inspection drawings for new equipment being installed in the facility, updated drawings for on-stream equipment when changes were made or inaccurate drawings were noted.

NDE Technician

Senex X-Ray Company
Robinson, IL
06.2012 - 05.2021
  • Provided necessary guidance, training and supervision to NDT trainees and Level I certified personnel.
  • Generated reports of inspection methods and analyzed and interpreted reported data in preparation for submission to clients.
  • Using AutoCAD created new inspection drawings for new equipment being installed in the facility, updated drawings for on-stream equipment when changes were made or inaccurate drawings were noted.

Contract NDE Technician

Various
Robinson, IL
08.2010 - 06.2012
  • Performed NDE examinations as a contract inspector for various NDE companies.
  • Turnarounds and shutdowns at various Refineries, Chemical Plants, and Power Plants around the country.

NDE Site Supervisor

Wicks and Associates
Wynnewood, OK
02.2008 - 08.2010
  • Prioritized and assigned tasks to successfully direct workforce in constantly changing environment.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Communicated daily progress reports to clients and corporate offices.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.

NDE Technician

Elite Inspection
Robinson, IL
03.2005 - 02.2008
  • Maintained and calibrated sensitive non-destructive testing devices according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed MT, PMI, PT, RT and UTT examinations on client equipment and piping.

Education

High School Diploma -

Robinson High School
Robinson, IL
05.2003

Skills

  • Radiographic Testing
  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • Magnetic Particle Testing
  • Liquid Dye Penetrant Testing
  • Positive Material Identification
  • AutoCAD
  • API 570
  • API 510
  • API 653
  • API 580
  • RSO
  • Source Retrievals

Timeline

API Inspector

Team Industrial Services Inc
02.2024 - Current

API Inspector

Team Industrial Services Inc
05.2023 - 12.2023

NDE Senior Technician/RSO

Team Industrial Services Inc
05.2021 - 05.2023

NDE Technician

Senex X-Ray Company
06.2012 - 05.2021

Contract NDE Technician

Various
08.2010 - 06.2012

NDE Site Supervisor

Wicks and Associates
02.2008 - 08.2010

NDE Technician

Elite Inspection
03.2005 - 02.2008

High School Diploma -

Robinson High School

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