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Colton Gillispie

Carthage,TX

Summary

Im a 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. Im a Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Im a very organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Im a good listener, learner, and take pride in my work. Im Very reliable and will get the job done and meet all expectations and requirements that are needed.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Inspector

BWS Inspection
Hobbs, New Mexico
08.2024 - Current
  • Inspected new construction sites for code compliance with regards to utilities systems.
  • Documented findings from inspections and reported them to management team.
  • Lowering / Jeeping
  • Backfill
  • Clearing
  • Grading
  • Documentation on line crossing
  • Documentation on bores

David and mason
Peoria, Illinois
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted visual inspections and non-destructive testing of welds to ensure code compliance.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Verified that all welders have the necessary qualifications prior to production welding.
  • Monitored welders' performance during production welding activities.
  • Documented inspection results in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Ensured that safety guidelines were followed during welding operations.

Welding Inspector

CATSI.
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Conducted visual inspections and non-destructive testing of welds to ensure code compliance.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Inspected welding operations for adherence to quality control standards.
  • Verified that all welders have the necessary qualifications prior to production welding.
  • Monitored welders' performance during production welding activities.
  • Documented inspection results in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Tracked information and authored daily reports using [Software Program].

Coating Inspector/Utility Inspector

Tj Inspection
Plano, TX
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Inspected coatings on pipe and structural steel, verifying compliance with industry standards.
  • Verified coating thickness using ultrasonic gauges and holiday detectors.
  • Monitored surface preparation for proper cleaning prior to applying coatings.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing inspection results and recommended corrective action as needed.
  • Performed visual inspections of coated surfaces for holidays, pinholes and other imperfections.
  • Measured dry film thickness before and after curing of the applied coating materials.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were met when working in hazardous environments.
  • Reported results of inspections to management accurately and promptly.
  • Reviewed documents such as project drawings, material safety data sheets, manufacturer's instructions., prior to beginning any work activities.
  • Identified areas requiring abrasive blasting or other surface preparation techniques prior to coating application.

Coating Inspector

H3 Services
Canton, TX
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Used tools and gauges to conduct physical and visual inspections.
  • Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
  • Selected samples for use as test models.
  • Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
  • Produced official reports of findings to meet regulatory standards and assist senior leadership with improving operations.
  • Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
  • Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
  • Checked Sandblast profiles and dtf readings.
  • Did daily reports and weekly updates on coating and time sheets
  • Inspected coatings on pipe and structural steel, verifying compliance with industry standards.
  • Verified coating thickness using ultrasonic gauges and holiday detectors.
  • Monitored surface preparation for proper cleaning prior to applying coatings.
  • Performed visual inspections of coated surfaces for holidays, pinholes and other imperfections.
  • Reported results of inspections to management accurately and promptly.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on inspection equipment.

Crew Leader

C&s Lease Service
Carthage, TX
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
  • Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
  • Organized crew placement per job function when assigning work.
  • Enforced safety mandates and OSHA restrictions with good leadership skills.
  • Observed safety protocols and manufacturer's instructions when using heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.

Welder Helper

Courtney Construction
Carthage, TX
07.2020 - 09.2021
  • Brought supplies, equipment and tools to work locations.
  • Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch and arc welding equipment.
  • Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.

Coating Crew

Shb Construction
Carthage, TX
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • I was over-sandblasting and coating
  • I pushed the crew, we also worked on tie-ins
  • Stringing pipe
  • Painting
  • Jeeping pipe
  • Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
  • Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
  • Organized crew placement per job function when assigning work.
  • Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of job sites after every shift.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carthage High School
Carthage, TX
05.2013

Skills

  • CPWI Certfied
  • Microsoft Office
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Computer Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • PPE Use
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Supervision & Leadership

Timeline

Utility Inspector

BWS Inspection
08.2024 - Current

David and mason
04.2024 - 07.2024

Welding Inspector

CATSI.
11.2023 - 03.2024

Coating Inspector/Utility Inspector

Tj Inspection
03.2023 - 09.2023

Coating Inspector

H3 Services
08.2022 - 02.2023

Crew Leader

C&s Lease Service
10.2021 - 06.2022

Welder Helper

Courtney Construction
07.2020 - 09.2021

Coating Crew

Shb Construction
03.2019 - 06.2020

High School Diploma -

Carthage High School
Colton Gillispie