David Rhodes
Zavalla,TX
Summary
Journyman Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career with growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe fitter / welder /Maintenance Millwright
TEiC Construction
Duncan, WI
03.2024 - Current
- Assembled and installed mechanical systems according to project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fittings.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
- Maintained tools and equipment for safe and effective operation.
- Conducted quality checks on completed installations for compliance standards.
- Followed safety regulations to promote a secure working environment.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Executed repairs on hydraulic systems per supervisor instructions.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts to restore machinery to working order.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Installed piping systems for water, gas, steam and other liquids according to blueprints.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes in a safe manner.
- Fit and welded piping to prevent leakage.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
Pipefitter/ millwright/welder
Hope industrial
Lufkin, Texas
08.2019 - 03.2024
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Fabricated and installed piping systems for various industrial applications.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise installations.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Conducted regular inspections for leaks and system integrity.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
Education
Zavalla Independent School Distric
Zavalla, TXSkills
- Pipe installation
- Welding techniques
- Mechanical assembly
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Technical troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Structural construction
Timeline
Pipe fitter / welder /Maintenance Millwright
TEiC Construction
03.2024 - Current
Pipefitter/ millwright/welder
Hope industrial
08.2019 - 03.2024
Zavalla Independent School Distric