Cristian J Frias Sanchez
Alamo,TX
Summary
Accomplished bilingual Pipe Fitter with extensive experience at Space X, New Constructions, fab shops and Refineries specializing in pipefitting and blueprint interpretation. Strong commitment to safety and effective communication, ensuring compliance with industry standards while achieving safe work practices on completed projects.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter
Minyard Son’s Services, Inc.
Samsung / Supervisor: Macías (956)651-2506
01.2026 - Current
- Addressed and resolved outstanding punch list tasks to enhance overall project quality and client satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior pipefitters on installation techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Utilized advanced tools such as welding equipment and hydraulic benders to execute precise piping installations.
- Developed standard operating procedures for pipe installation processes, optimizing performance and reducing errors in the field.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Pipe Fitter
SWAT
Pascagoula, MS/Spviso:Flavio Treviño(956) 789-7042
09.2023 - 11.2025
- Achieved precise field measurements and layouts, leading to successful pipe installations with minimal rework. Delivered high-quality handrails and toe-plates through effective fabrication processes, improving site safety. Executed hydrostatic pressure tests on piping systems, confirming reliability and performance under pressure. Facilitated efficient rigging and bolting procedures, enhancing installation timelines and reducing errors. Contributed to boilermaker teams, resulting in faster project completion and enhanced operational success.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment for pipe fabrication and assembly tasks.
- Followed blueprints and technical drawings to accurately install piping systems.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Pipe Fitter
Independence Offshore Services (Space X)
Brownsville, TX/Supvsor:Pepe Davila(956)862-3868
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Installed and repaired piping systems on pad 1 for Rocket launchers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools effectively for pipe fitting tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine layout specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance on piping systems to enhance longevity and performance.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Collaborated with engineers to design piping systems that met project specifications and budget constraints, delivering high-quality results.
Pipe Fitter
PSS (Samsung)
Taylor, TX/Supervisor: Cristian Gaona(956)339-4002
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Build and install pipe modules.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Take field measurements to fabricate pipe.
- Layouts.
Pipe Fitter
ETS (Husky Refinery)
Lima, OH/Supervisor: Mike(903) 701-0554
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
- Cut, buff, fit pipe.
- Bolt-up flanges.
- Hydrostatic pressure test welded pipe/flanges.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
Pipe Fitter
Independent Construction & Designs (Rextac)
Odessa, TX/Supervisor: Justin (601) 795-3686
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Work in Fabshop.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine layout specifications.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools effectively for pipe fitting tasks.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Take field measurement to fabricate pipe for pipe rack.
- Demo and install new pipe system.
Pipefitter
SAGE (HOWARD ENERGY)Supervisor:
Port Arthur, TX/Daniel Alvarado (956) 801-5967
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential leaks or damages.
- Fit 200ft of 10" pipe.(cut, grind, bevel, buff.)
- Rigging/Bull rigging.
- Achieved zero leaks on completed installations, meticulously testing and adjusting systems as needed.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Pipe Fitter
Bay Ltd (Bay Yard)
Ingleside, TX/Supvsr:Daniel Alvarado(956)801-5967
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Work on pipe modules.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Pipefitter
Wyatt
Texas/Supervisor:Daniel Alvarado (956) 801-5967
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Addressed and resolved outstanding punch list tasks to enhance overall project quality and client satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior pipefitters on installation techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Utilized advanced tools such as welding equipment and hydraulic benders to execute precise piping installations.
- Developed standard operating procedures for pipe installation processes, optimizing performance and reducing errors in the field.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Education
Welding
McAllen Careers
McAllen, TX11.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
P.S.J.A High School
San Juan, TX05.2001
Skills
- Pipefitting
- Safety procedures
- Blueprints and specifications
- Material cutting, torch cutting
- Installation and maintenance
- Piping specifications
- Flange assembly
- Bolt-ups
- Torquing
- Hydrostatic pressure testing
- Manlift & Scissor Lift certified
- Pipe threading
- Pipe support design
- Hand and power tools
- Threaded pipe fabrication
- Valve installation
- Maintenance and repair
- Pipe fabrication
- Piping layout
- Piping installation
- Blueprint reading
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Hand and power tool operation
- Layout planning
- Mentoring and coaching
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
Osha 30
Timeline
Pipefitter
Minyard Son’s Services, Inc.
01.2026 - Current
Pipe Fitter
Independence Offshore Services (Space X)
02.2025 - 09.2025
Pipe Fitter
PSS (Samsung)
11.2024 - 03.2025
Pipe Fitter
ETS (Husky Refinery)
09.2024 - 10.2024
Pipe Fitter
Independent Construction & Designs (Rextac)
04.2024 - 08.2024
Pipefitter
SAGE (HOWARD ENERGY)Supervisor:
03.2024 - 04.2024
Pipe Fitter
Bay Ltd (Bay Yard)
11.2023 - 03.2024
Pipe Fitter
SWAT
09.2023 - 11.2025
Pipefitter
Wyatt
02.2019 - 02.2023
Welding
McAllen Careers
High School Diploma - undefined
P.S.J.A High School