Cody DeGroat
Windsor,NY
Summary
Dynamic Natural Gas Technician with DDS Companies, skilled in gas line repair and pressure testing. Proven ability to enhance pipeline integrity through effective teamwork and communication. Committed to safety and code compliance, consistently achieving operational excellence while fostering a collaborative work environment. Passionate about continual improvement and customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Natural Gas Technician
DDS Companies
West Henrietta, NY
04.2015 - Current
- Operated material handling equipment to ensure timely and accurate distribution of products.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels to maintain supply chain efficiency.
- Maintained safety protocols in compliance with industry standards to promote a secure work environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
CDL Professional Driver
Don Snow Trucking
Harpursville, NY
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods across designated routes efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Canon Crewmember
United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
10.2018 - 03.2022
- Operated cannon systems to ensure precision and effectiveness during training exercises.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on artillery equipment to uphold operational readiness.
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of live-fire exercises, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Collaborated with team members to improve artillery firing procedures and enhance efficiency.
- Trained new crew members on equipment operation and safety standards, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Analyzed performance data from artillery drills to identify areas for process improvement.
- Expanded personal knowledge of artillery systems through ongoing research and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in the development of tactical plans, providing insight into artillery capabilities and limitations.
- Enhanced team efficiency by implementing precise communication and coordination during artillery operations.
- Contributed to overall mission success by accurately estimating ammunition requirements and coordinating resupply efforts as needed.
- Increased overall crew safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols during live-fire exercises and deployments.
- Contributed to mission success with timely execution of firing commands in high-pressure situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vestal High School
Vestal, NY06.2013
Skills
- Gas meter installation
- Threaded connections
- Gas line repair
- Pressure testing
- Safety inspection
- Code compliance
- Valve installation
- Pipeline integrity
- Leak detection
- Natural gas distribution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
NGA-CT-06B-Inspecting for Atmospheric Corrosion, Excluding Measurement of Wall Loss
NGA-CT-08-Visually Inspecting for Internal Corrosion
NGA-CT-11/12/17B-Pipe Coatings (Hot Applied Tape)
NGA-CT-11/12/17C-Pipe Coatings (Heat Shrink Sleeve)NGA-CT-11/12/17D-Pipe Coatings (Wax Tape)06/11/27NGA-CT-11/12/17F-Pipe Coatings (Cold Applied Tape)06/13/27NGA-CT-11/12/17H-Pipe Coatings (Single Coating System Paint)06/11/27NGA-CT-14A-Installing/Replacing an Anode on a Pipeline by Exothermic Welding11/08/27NGA-CT-16A-Installing/Replacing a Corrosion Test Station on a Pipeline by Exothermic Welding11/08/27NGA-CT-20A-Investigating Leak and Odor Complaints (Inside and Outside)06/11/27NGA-CT-21-Line Locating and Mark Out (New York)11/08/27NGA-CT-23/24-Inspecting the Condition of Exposed Pipe (Critical AOC)06/13/27NGA-CT-29/30B-Repairing a Plastic and Steel Distribution Pipe (Repair Clamp)11/08/27NGA-CT-31A-Installation of Pipe: Storage, Handling, and Inspection of Pipe: General Knowledge (Critical AOC)06/13/27NGA-CT-31B-Installation of Pipe: Installing Pipe in a Ditch (Critical AOC)06/11/27NGA-CT-31D-Installation of Pipe: Installing Pipe by Horizontal Boring (Piercing Tools) (Critical AOC)06/13/27NGA-CT-31E-Installation of Pipe: Installing Pipe by Dead Insertion (Critical AOC)06/13/27NGA-CT-32/33A-Purging a Pipeline Into and Out of Service with Air or Inert Gas06/11/27NGA-CT-34A.1-Performing a Pressure Test with Air and Inert Gas06/13/27NGA-CT-35A.2-Stopping Gas Flow (Squeeze-Off Mains and Services-Manual)11/08/27NGA-CT-36/47-Abandonment of Facilities (Critical AOC)10/07/27NGA-CT-40B-Installing/Replacing Tracer Wire Only06/11/27NGA-CT-41/42B-Inspecting, Operating, and Maintaining Distribution Valves (Excluding Lubrication)06/11/27NGA-CT-45-Restoring Service (Customer Turn-on/Relight)10/10/27NGA-CT-49A-Mechanical Joining of Pipe other than Plastic (Threaded Fittings)06/11/27NGA-CT-49B-Mechanical Joining of Pipe other than Plastic (Flanged)06/13/27NGA-CT-49H.1-Mechanical Joining of Pipe Other Than Plastic-Nut Follower (Insulated and Non-Insulated)06/11/27NGA-CT-49I.1-Mechanical Joining of Pipe Other Than Plastic-Bolted (Insulated and Non-Insulated)06/11/27NGA-CT-50/51/52C.1-Joining Plastic Pipe-Saddle Electrofusion05/05/26NGA-CT-50/52C.2-Joining Plastic Pipe-Coupling Electrofusion05/05/26NGA-CT-50/52D.12-Joining Plastic Pipe-Hydraulic Butt Fusion Excluding 14" and Larger Pipe (Power-Driven)05/05/26NGA-CT-50/52E.1-Joining Plastic Pipe-Manual Butt Fusion (Coil-to-Coil and Coil-to-Stick)05/05/26NGA-CT-50B.1-Joining Plastic Pipe-Mechanical-Stab Fitting (Permasert, Servi-Sert)01/29/26NGA-CT-50B.2-Joining Plastic Pipe-Mechanical-Stab Fitting (Permasert 2.0)01/29/26NGA-CT-50H-Joining Plastic Pipe-Nut Follower01/29/26NGA-CT-50I-Joining Plastic Pipe-Bolted Fitting01/29/26NGA-CT-50J.4-Joining Plastic Pipe-Compression (Metfit - Hydraulic)01/29/26NGA-CT-51D-Tapping Using Self-Tapping Tees (Plastic and Steel)06/11/27NGA-CT-51J.1-Joining Plastic Pipe-Compression (Permalock Mechanical Tapping Tee)06/11/27NGA-CT-70-Basic Abnormal Operating Conditions and Properties of Natural Gas (Critical AOC)04/08/27NGA-CT-71-Operator Excavating and Backfilling in the Vicinity of a Pipeline (Critical AOC)05/13/27NGA-CT-72B.1-Installing and Turning Off Meters (Residential and Small Commercial) Including Regulators04/25/28NGA-CT-85-Meter Assembly Abnormal Operating Conditions (Critical AOC)04/28/28NGA-CT-88-Operating a Combustible Gas Indicator06/11/27NGA-CT-90-Pigging Debris or Water from a Main or Service
Timeline
CDL Professional Driver
Don Snow Trucking
05.2022 - 04.2023
Canon Crewmember
United States Army
10.2018 - 03.2022
Natural Gas Technician
DDS Companies
04.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Vestal High School