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Carlos Garcia

Sinton

Summary

Highly trained Pipefitter with background in job coordination and worksite setup. Knowledgeable in safety processes, regulations and pipe selection. Offering successful career history comprising more than 20 years.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Weld Shop Lead

SMS Group
04.2024 - Current

Weld shop lead duties include fabricating, welding and pipefitting. Removing slag, welding, repairing and modifying segments. Overseeing the production and repairs done by contractors.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Systems Plant Services
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Jamestown
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
  • Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Systems Plant Services
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.

Pipefitter Journeyman

JL Specialty Welders LLC
11.2020 - 08.2021
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.

Pipefitter Journeyman

WorleyParsons
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Turner Industries
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bilfinger Westcon
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Pipefitter Foreman

Bechtel
06.2016 - 01.2018
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Palacios Marine Industrial
03.2016 - 06.2016
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bilfinger Westcon
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bay Ltd.
09.2011 - 02.2016
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Train & Delivery Operator

Shaw
02.2003 - 01.2011
  • Operating locomotive
  • Positioning railcars to load and unload product in rack
  • Gathering railcars to weigh product
  • Inspection of railcars for shipment
  • Change and replace valves/gauge tanks
  • Operation control for loading and unloading product from ships and barges
  • Vacuum testing railcars
  • Daily inspection and walk thru of equipment
  • Preventative maintenance of equipment/railcars
  • Ensure derailers are in correct position for railcar rout

Education

High School Diploma -

Sinton High School
05.1993

Skills

  • Industrial Pipe Fitting
  • Locomotive Operator
  • Pipe Measuring and Cutting
  • Safety Techniques
  • Pipe System Maintenance
  • Pipe Fabrication
  • Respond to Emergencies
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Installation and Maintenance
  • Piping Fabrication and Installation
  • Overhead Crane Operator
  • Forklift Operator
  • Construction Operations
  • Piping Specifications
  • Machine Operations
  • Piping Layout
  • Good Mechanical Aptitude
  • Daily Reports
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Hydraulics
  • Materials Ordering
  • Cutting
  • Construction Materials
  • Isometric Drawing
  • Welding
  • OSHA Rules and Regulations
  • Equipment Inventory Maintenance

Timeline

Weld Shop Lead

SMS Group
04.2024 - Current

Pipefitter Journeyman

Systems Plant Services
10.2022 - 04.2024

Pipefitter Journeyman

Jamestown
04.2022 - 10.2022

Pipefitter Journeyman

Systems Plant Services
08.2021 - 04.2022

Pipefitter Journeyman

JL Specialty Welders LLC
11.2020 - 08.2021

Pipefitter Journeyman

WorleyParsons
01.2020 - 08.2020

Pipefitter Journeyman

Turner Industries
07.2019 - 01.2020

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bilfinger Westcon
02.2019 - 06.2019

Pipefitter Foreman

Bechtel
06.2016 - 01.2018

Pipefitter Journeyman

Palacios Marine Industrial
03.2016 - 06.2016

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bilfinger Westcon
06.2015 - 02.2016

Pipefitter Journeyman

Bay Ltd.
09.2011 - 02.2016

Train & Delivery Operator

Shaw
02.2003 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

Sinton High School