Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
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Brent Touchet

Westlake,US

Summary

With over 12 years of extensive experience as an Industrial Piping Supervisor, successfully leading intricate projects and significantly improving operational efficiency. Expertise in budget management, implementing safe work practices, and utilizing CAD software to optimize resource allocation and minimize system downtime. Dedicated to creating a safe work environment and mentoring teams to excel in project execution and safety compliance.

Qualified Piping Supervisor with extensive background in pipefitting and solid knowledge of blueprint reading and system installation. Successfully completed numerous high-stakes projects, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and troubleshoot complex piping systems.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Ensured safe work environments by strictly adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
  • Performed essential maintenance tasks on pipe systems to extend their life span and reduce the risk of failure.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Established strong working relationships with colleagues across trades for better collaboration during multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling piping systems.

Piping General Foreman

CADS Construction
04.2021 - 10.2023
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to identify potential issues early in the construction process, reducing costly rework and delays.
  • Assisted with the development of standard operating procedures for the piping department, promoting consistency across projects.
  • Optimized crew productivity through strategic labor allocation based on individual skill sets and task requirements.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work progress to ensure quality standards were met at all stages of construction.
  • Reduced overall costs by implementing innovative construction methods and utilizing cost-effective material procurement strategies.
  • Increased overall job satisfaction among crew members by maintaining a positive work environment that encouraged open communication and teamwork.

Journeyman Pipefitter

Kodiak Labor Solutions
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • 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.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.

Pipefitter Foreman/General Foreman

Bilfinger Westcon
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
  • Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
  • Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
  • Established effective communication channels between field personnel, management staff, clients, vendors ensuring smooth operations from start to finish on each project undertaken.

Pipefitter Foreman/General Foreman

USI Industrial
02.2016 - 08.2018
  • Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
  • Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
  • Coordinated pre-construction meetings facilitating efficient planning discussions between stakeholders involved critical to successful project execution.
  • Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
  • Established effective communication channels between field personnel, management staff, clients, vendors ensuring smooth operations from start to finish on each project undertaken.
  • Successfully navigated challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and remote locations to complete pipefitting projects.

Pipefitter B-Craft/Journeyman Pipefitter

Turner Industries
03.2013 - 01.2016
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.

Scaffolding Superintendent

Safway Scaffolding
01.2011 - 02.2013
  • Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
  • Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Communicated effectively with clients throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining strict deadlines and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineers, and contractors to achieve seamless project execution.

Education

Buisness Management - Construction Management

Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH
05.2024
Didn't finish

Diploma -

Parkview Christian School, Sulphur, LA
05.1995

Skills

  • Implementation of Safe Practices
  • Industrial Pipe Fitting
  • Project Oversight
  • Proficient in Blueprint Reading
  • Quality Assurance
  • Collaborative Leadership Skills
  • Financial Projection Skills
  • Risk Management Procedures
  • Skilled in Computer-Aided Design Software
  • Routine Maintenance Tasks
  • Material Procurement
  • Scheduling
  • Rigging
  • Industrial Fabrication
  • Familiarity with OSHA Regulations
  • Resource Allocation Management
  • Skilled in Flange Assembly
  • Skilled in Pipe Threading Techniques
  • Skilled in Hand and Power Tools
  • Maintenance Expertise
  • Pipe Measurement Expertise
  • System Installation
  • Proficient in Pressure Testing
  • Risk Management Procedures
  • Pipe Assembly Expertise
  • Piping System Documentation
  • Blueprints and specifications
  • Steam System Maintenance
  • Pipe Hanger Installation
  • Advanced Pipe Rigging Techniques

Additional Information

Honor Roll, Coordinated departments to enhance operational efficiency and safety compliance., Generated detailed reports to guide project decisions, improving accuracy., Enforced safety protocols, reducing incidents and fostering a secure work environment., Analyzed blueprints to ensure project alignment, optimizing resource allocation., Managed work assignments to improve project timelines and cost estimations., Coordinated complex piping system installations while maintaining quality standards and managing resource allocation for multiple project phases., Optimized workflow processes and implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing system downtime and enhancing operational efficiency., Mentored junior team members in advanced pipe fitting techniques while fostering strong working relationships with contractors and stakeholders., Led cross-disciplinary troubleshooting, aligning design specs with practical execution; fostered teamwork to meet stringent targets., Engineered on-site solutions for complex fittings using novel techniques; addressed design gaps and ensured smooth project flow., Supervised scaffolding projects, ensuring safety and efficiency across multiple sites., Optimized logistics and resources, significantly reducing assembly time., Trained team members in advanced techniques, enhancing collaboration with contractors., Implemented safety protocols and maintenance schedules, maintaining excellent safety records., Analyzed site needs for optimal scaffold configurations, improving project timelines., Established effective communication channels between scaffolding teams and construction managers, enhancing cross-functional coordination., Directed thorough risk assessments and quality checks to meet regulations, achieving measurable cost savings., Managed strict budget controls and scheduling, resolving on-site hurdles to secure key project milestones., Coordinated with cross-functional teams to design tailored scaffold solutions, addressing unique site constraints.

Timeline

Journeyman Pipefitter - Performance Contractors
11.2024 - 02.2025
Piping General Foreman - CADS Construction
04.2021 - 10.2023
Journeyman Pipefitter - Kodiak Labor Solutions
01.2021 - 04.2021
Pipefitter Foreman/General Foreman - Bilfinger Westcon
09.2018 - 11.2020
Pipefitter Foreman/General Foreman - USI Industrial
02.2016 - 08.2018
Pipefitter B-Craft/Journeyman Pipefitter - Turner Industries
03.2013 - 01.2016
Scaffolding Superintendent - Safway Scaffolding
01.2011 - 02.2013
Parkview Christian School - Diploma,
Southern New Hampshire University - Buisness Management, Construction Management
Brent Touchet