Chad Brown
Greensburg,Louisiana
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Foreman
Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women
Baker, Louisiana
08.2022 - Current
- Supervised a team of mechanics in the performance of daily tasks, such as machine repair, installation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Performed root cause analysis on malfunctioning equipment to identify underlying causes of failure.
- Conducted safety inspections on equipment, tools and work areas to identify potential risks and hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels, parts used in repairs and other related data.
- Inspected completed work orders to verify accuracy of repairs or installations.
- Ensured proper functioning of all machines and equipment by performing regular maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinated with vendors for procurement of necessary spare parts at competitive prices.
- Prepared weekly status updates detailing current progress on various projects within the facility.
- Provided technical advice to staff members regarding mechanical issues related to manufacturing processes.
Piping Foreman
Specialty Welding and Turnarounds
Gonzales, Louisiana
11.2019 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used by crews to identify any potential issues before they arise.
- Ensured that all equipment used by the crew complied with safety regulations.
- 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.
- 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.
- Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Piping Foreman
Turner Industries
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
04.2018 - 10.2019
- 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.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used by crews to identify any potential issues before they arise.
- Provided technical support to pipefitters as needed during installations.
- 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.
- Instructed crew members in proper techniques for cutting, welding, threading, assembling, measuring, bending and joining pipes or tubes.
- Identified areas where additional training may be necessary among team members and worked closely with supervisors and managers to provide such training when requested.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Directed fabrication of components needed for specific jobs.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
NCCER Pipefitter
Herring Industries
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
03.2017 - 04.2018
- 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.
- Fabricate parts out of metal sheeting when required.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walker High School
Walker, LA05-2013
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Mechanical
- Fabrication
- Inspection
- Coordination
- Safety
- Project Management
- Decision-making
- Teamwork
Additional Information
- Created material lists and read drawings for accurate fabrication of spool pieces, enhancing job efficiency.
- Measured and assessed field conditions to support precise fabrication, improving workflow.
- Anticipated job requirements to optimize resource use and reduce downtime.
- Oversee maintenance of all vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Conduct regular inspections and repairs, preventing major breakdowns.
- Coordinate with team to address urgent maintenance issues promptly.
Timeline
Maintenance Foreman
Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women
08.2022 - Current
Piping Foreman
Specialty Welding and Turnarounds
11.2019 - 06.2022
Piping Foreman
Turner Industries
04.2018 - 10.2019
NCCER Pipefitter
Herring Industries
03.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Walker High School
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