Christopher Piedra
San Juan,TX
Summary
Pipe Foreman with excellent communication skills to successfully adhere to project specifications. Proficient in sequencing pipe installations to reduce inference with other project activities. Organized with excellent time management skills. Resourceful Pipe Foreman well-versed in maintaining crew safety and establishing safe work environments. Dependable leader with experience leading crew 8+ workers. Hardworking dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Pipefitter with background in job coordination and worksite setup. Knowledgeable in safety processes, regulations and pipe selection.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
Readyflo
05.2023 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Pipefitter
Thompson Construction Group Inc.
04.2023 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Pipefitter
Bay Ltd
02.2023 - 04.2023
- 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.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Pipefitter Leadman
Kiewit Offshore Services Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2023
- worked alongside field engineers and trade workers to complete construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of pipes
- Assembled and secured pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to project specifications.
- Reviewed and approved employee time reporting.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Kept detailed job records using software to maintain up-to-date filing system.
- 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.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Education
Pipefitting
McAllen Careers Institute
Mcallen, TX05.2017
Skills
- Administration and Management
- Final Inspections
- Safe Work Practices
- Shift Coverage
- Work Site Preparation
- Monitor Safety Procedures
- Code Requirements
- Hand and Power Tools
- Project Drawings
- Pipe Measuring and Cutting
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
- Cutting
- ISO Drawing Interpretation
- Welding/Tacking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pipefitter
Readyflo
05.2023 - 08.2023
Pipefitter
Thompson Construction Group Inc.
04.2023 - 06.2023
Pipefitter
Bay Ltd
02.2023 - 04.2023
Pipefitter Leadman
Kiewit Offshore Services Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2023
Pipefitting
McAllen Careers Institute
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