Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Background in large commercial construction projects, retail development and urban renewal projects. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Piping Superintendent
JVIC
Port Sulphur, LA
12.2023 - 04.2024
Monitored, evaluated and reported daily progress of piping activities to the Project Manager.
Coordinated with other departments including engineering, maintenance, safety and quality assurance to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Ensured that all welding operations were conducted according to industry standards and regulations.
Resolved technical issues related to piping systems as they arose during construction projects.
Participated in job site safety meetings and ensured that crew members adhered to safety protocols at all times.
Created detailed work schedules for pipefitting crews based on project timelines and budget constraints.
Identified potential problems or delays in the process of installing pipes or associated components prior to them occurring.
Sourced vendors for purchasing necessary pipefitting supplies within budgetary limits.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Piping Superintendent
JVIC
Ingleside, TX
06.2023 - 12.2023
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Participated in job site safety meetings and ensured that crew members adhered to safety protocols at all times.
Created detailed work schedules for pipefitting crews based on project timelines and budget constraints.
Sourced vendors for purchasing necessary pipefitting supplies within budgetary limits.
Collaborated closely with the engineering department in order to determine optimal solutions for complex piping designs.
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Maintained records of all piping materials used during construction projects.
Prepared weekly reports detailing progress on piping installation projects.
Coordinated with other departments including engineering, maintenance, safety and quality assurance to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Supervised, trained and mentored a team of pipefitters in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitored, evaluated and reported daily progress of piping activities to the Project Manager.
Piping Supervisor
JVIC
Pasadena, TX
04.2023 - 06.2023
Supervised the fabrication, assembly and testing of pipe spools prior to installation on-site.
Maintained inventory of necessary materials needed for successful completion of projects.
Conducted regular safety meetings with crew members to discuss job hazards and safe work practices.
Developed detailed project plans for each phase of the project including timeframes, manpower needs and material requirements.
Provided technical guidance to junior engineers regarding design calculations, code requirements, material selection.
Investigated any nonconforming materials or products discovered on-site.
Documented all changes made during the course of a project.
Tracked progress against established milestones and deadlines throughout duration of project.
Led weekly team meetings with both internal staff as well as external stakeholders involved in the project.
Provided oversight for hydrostatic pressure testing conducted prior to system start up.
Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Piping General Foreman
Turn2 Specialty Companies
Baytown, TX
04.2022 - 03.2023
Developed and implemented piping plans for projects to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Monitored and coordinated the daily activities of workers on-site to ensure a safe work environment.
Ensured all pipe fabrication was completed as per schedule and within budget limits.
Scheduled maintenance operations on existing pipelines to minimize downtime and maximize production output.
Evaluated material requirements for each project based on engineering drawings and specifications.
Provided technical guidance to workers regarding assembly processes for various types of pipes.
Identified potential hazards associated with pipe installation activities and took necessary measures to eliminate them.
Assisted in preparing reports detailing progress made on projects along with recommendations for improvement.
Reviewed blueprints and schematics before beginning any installation activity in order to prevent errors.
Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Piping General Foreman
JVIC
Baytown, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
Coordinated with engineers to review designs and plan layout of piping systems prior to installation.
Maintained records of all materials used during construction process including cost estimates, labor hours.
Provided technical guidance to workers regarding assembly processes for various types of pipes.
Identified potential hazards associated with pipe installation activities and took necessary measures to eliminate them.
Resolved conflicts between different departments by providing clear instructions that were easy to understand.
Developed strategies for efficient use of resources while completing assigned tasks on time.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
Monitored progress against established goals throughout the duration of the project ensuring timely completion.
Inspected piping systems for any defects or discrepancies in order to maintain operational efficiency.
Ensured all pipe fabrication was completed as per schedule and within budget limits.
Monitored and coordinated the daily activities of workers on-site to ensure a safe work environment.
Developed and implemented piping plans for projects to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Piping General Foreman
EnerMech
Mobile, AL
05.2021 - 08.2021
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Resolved conflicts between different departments by providing clear instructions that were easy to understand.
Supervised welding operations to ensure weld quality met applicable codes and standards.
Piping Foreman
JVIC
Freeport, TX
01.2019 - 05.2021
Monitored and supervised crews of up to ten workers in the safe installation of piping systems, ensuring that all work was completed according to OSHA regulations.
Developed daily job plans for pipefitting crew members, including materials needed, labor hours required, safety precautions.
Instructed crew members in proper techniques for cutting, welding, threading, assembling, measuring, bending and joining pipes or tubes.
Created detailed reports regarding each project's progress and any associated problems or delays encountered along the way.
Led weekly meetings with crew members to review upcoming tasks and jobs and address any questions or concerns they had about their duties or safety procedures.
Prepared inspection reports following completion of each job which included a summary of the project's scope and timeline as well as any potential risks identified during the process.
Resolved conflicts between crew members in a timely manner using effective communication skills.
Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
Monitored inspections and tests and signed off on ITRs.
Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient completion of projects.
Piping Foreman
UPS
Sulphur, LA
09.2018 - 01.2019
Monitored and supervised crews of up to ten workers in the safe installation of piping systems, ensuring that all work was completed according to OSHA regulations.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient completion of projects.
Developed daily job plans for pipefitting crew members, including materials needed, labor hours required, safety precautions.
Maintained records of time sheets and materials used for each job.
Provided technical support to pipefitters as needed during installations.
Instructed crew members in proper techniques for cutting, welding, threading, assembling, measuring, bending and joining pipes or tubes.
Created detailed reports regarding each project's progress and any associated problems or delays encountered along the way.
Ordered materials necessary for successful completion of jobs from vendors when needed.
Led weekly meetings with crew members to review upcoming tasks and jobs and address any questions or concerns they had about their duties or safety procedures.
Prepared inspection reports following completion of each job which included a summary of the project's scope and timeline as well as any potential risks identified during the process.
Adhered to company policies and protocols at all times while onsite to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Monitored inspections and tests and signed off on ITRs.
Updated logs and wrote reports every shift to document incidents, labor hours and inventory use.
Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
Pipefitter
Fluor
Beaumont, TX
10.2016 - 09.2018
Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
Adjust flow rates within specified limits by changing valve positions or altering lengths of pipe sections.
Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
Provide technical advice regarding design specifications of piping systems.
Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Pipefitter
Force
La Porte, TX
07.2016 - 09.2016
Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
Adjust flow rates within specified limits by changing valve positions or altering lengths of pipe sections.
Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
Pipeline Laborer
H&S Constructors
Edinburg, TX
08.2010 - 05.2016
Cleaned work areas after completion of jobs to ensure safety and cleanliness.
Operated heavy machinery including bulldozers, tractors, excavators, loaders, and backhoes.
Ensured that all safety precautions were followed while operating machinery or working in hazardous areas.
Inspected pipelines for structural integrity prior to installation or repair.
Repaired damaged pipelines using appropriate welding techniques and tools.
Removed soil or debris from trenches around pipes before installing them.
Installed valves on pipelines to regulate flow of material through them.
Transported materials needed for pipeline construction projects to designated sites.
Conducted tests on newly installed pipelines to check their performance.
Helped in laying out the line of a new pipeline route according to project plans.
Measured distances between points along a pipeline route utilizing surveying instruments.
Attended training sessions related to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
Covered completed sections of pipe with soil or other protective coverings.
Replaced corroded pipes with new ones as part of regular maintenance activities.
Ensured proper disposal of waste generated during pipeline construction projects.
Provided support services such as digging holes, mixing concrete, and compacting soil around pipes.
Checked pressure levels within pipelines regularly using specialized gauges or meters.
Arranged construction materials according to project needs.
Monitored tool and equipment use to verify conformance with OSHA standards.
Preserved integrity of pipelines by digging trenches for new installation or repairing existing lines.
Measured and marked right-of-way for pipeline ditches with tape measures and paint.
Utilized pressure gauges and leak detectors to inspect pipelines for leaks.
Utilized chainsaws and axes to remove trees and brush from pipeline right-of-way.
Conveyed instructions to equipment operators for smooth operations.
Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
Assisted with the installation of pipelines by using various tools and equipment such as shovels, backhoes, and augers.
Completed ongoing regulation training and participated in site expectation meetings before new projects.
Body Shop Technician
Bogus ford
Pharr, TX
07.2009 - 03.2010
Repaired minor body damage such as dents, scratches, rust spots and paint chips using a variety of tools.
Installed new parts such as bumpers, fenders and mirrors according to manufacturer's specifications.
Removed upholstery, door panels and interior trim components to gain access to vehicle body and frame.
Filled dents with plastic filler or bondo-type materials, sanded surfaces to prepare them for painting.
Applied sealer primer coats before painting the surface with enamel or lacquer topcoat finishes.
Matched colors using computerized color matching systems or hand mixing formulas.
Aligned frames using hydraulic jacks and welding equipment as necessary.
Cut out damaged sections of metal from vehicles using power cutting tools.
Reassembled all parts after repair work was completed ensuring that all nuts bolts were securely fastened.
Followed workplace safety protocols to prevent injuries, accidents and vehicle damage.
Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
Sanded, refinished and painted car bodies to improve appearance and overall value.
Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
Evaluated vehicle schematics to assess required parts and order accordingly.
Attended advanced training classes to learn new skills and earn certifications for auto body work.
Ordered and utilized protective equipment and respirators to promote workplace safety.
Used buffing tools to repair dents on vehicle doors and panels.
Worked according to manufacturers' instructions to determine correct methods for restoring and replacing parts.
Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
Operated hot-air welding guns and immersive hot water baths to soften plastic panels for installation.
Removed dents with hammers, suction and skilled use of dolly blocks.
Paint Mixer
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Mission, TX
05.2008 - 07.2009
Measured and weighed out ingredients for each batch of paint mix.
Ensured compliance with safety standards when handling hazardous materials used in the paint mixing process.
Monitored the color consistency of each batch of mixed paints.
Assisted with loading, unloading, and moving raw materials and finished products related to the painting processes.
Checked quality control samples to ensure that they met customer requirements.
Operated forklifts to move large containers of paint mixes around the facility.
Provided technical support as needed for other departments working with painted products.
Documented all production data related to the paint mixing process accurately and timely.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous material spills or leaks.
Trained new staff members on proper techniques for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting paint mixing equipment.
Participated in team meetings regarding current projects or issues related to the painting processes.
Kept up-to-date records of all inventory levels related to the painting processes.
Inspected finished products prior to shipment ensuring they meet customer expectations.
Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
Measured, mixed and poured liquid and powdered ingredients specific to formulations for various products.
Cleaned, sanitized and maintained mixing equipment.
Kept detailed track of inventories and supplies using computer software.
Checked quality of mixed products at specific intervals in production process.
Greeted customers and responded to inquiries in a professional manner.
Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with product selection, answers to questions, and handling complaints or issues.
Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
Stocked shelves with merchandise ensuring adequate inventory levels were maintained.
Assisted in the development of store displays to promote products.
Organized backroom stock areas as well as kept up with organization of front end display area.
Handled money, checks, credit cards, gift cards, returns and other forms of payments in accordance with established procedures.
Balanced cash drawer at the end of each shift using appropriate methods of verification such as counting money or comparing receipts against daily totals.
Resolved conflicts between customers and staff members professionally while maintaining composure during difficult situations.
Assisted customers over the phone with orders, product information, tracking numbers.
Performed regular inventory counts to ensure accurate records were maintained.
Developed relationships with vendors to obtain best prices on goods purchased for resale.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive-Body Technology
TSTC
Harlingen
05-2008
High School Diploma -
La Joya High School
La Joya, TX
05-2006
Skills
Material Selection
Computer-Aided Design
Blueprint Interpretation
Documentation Review
Blueprint Reading
Equipment Safety Verification
Cost Tracking
Customer Service
Production Planning
Job Planning
Teamwork and Collaboration
Blueprint Updating and Distribution
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent Communication
Flexible Schedule
Safe job site set-up
Site Management
Continuous Improvement
Goal Setting
Safety Compliance
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Team Collaboration
Management
Active Listening
Energetic and Positive
Public Speaking
Problem-solving aptitude
Self Motivation
Team building
Budget Administration
Safety Auditing
Client Relations
Status Reporting
Rule Enforcement
Labor Management
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Piping Superintendent
JVIC
12.2023 - 04.2024
Piping Superintendent
JVIC
06.2023 - 12.2023
Piping Supervisor
JVIC
04.2023 - 06.2023
Piping General Foreman
Turn2 Specialty Companies
04.2022 - 03.2023
Piping General Foreman
JVIC
08.2021 - 04.2022
Piping General Foreman
EnerMech
05.2021 - 08.2021
Piping Foreman
JVIC
01.2019 - 05.2021
Piping Foreman
UPS
09.2018 - 01.2019
Pipefitter
Fluor
10.2016 - 09.2018
Pipefitter
Force
07.2016 - 09.2016
Pipeline Laborer
H&S Constructors
08.2010 - 05.2016
Body Shop Technician
Bogus ford
07.2009 - 03.2010
Paint Mixer
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
05.2008 - 07.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive-Body Technology