Dennis Dessaints
Henderson
Summary
A dependable, self-motivated, and organized individual who works well in personal and group work settings. Shows no signs of stress and only confidence to get the job done in the highest standards and as safe as possible. Exceptional and well rounded skills in steal pipe welding, valve assemblies, regulator stations, electronics, installing and rebuilding existing components with the ability to adapt and learn to every changing daily tasks.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
M&C Specialist
Southwest Gas
10.2021 - Current
- Install, repair, and maintain large capacity system type regulator stations and relief valves. Regulators utilizing cage-guided valves, pneumatic, and electronic operated interfaced control valves and associated pressure flow control devices/equipment.
- Build, install, maintain, and perform code compliance inspections on large capacity and above standard pressure Meter Set Assembly's, large district regulator stations, and gas custody transfer stations.
- Utilize laptop/PC to download and graph data from electronic pressure recorders, view electronic maps, document compliance inspections, maintenance activities, new meter set installs, regulator station installs, and maintain electronic facilities. Repair & calibrate SCADA, telemetry, and electronic control systems, including communication links at city gates, pressure limiting stations, large customer metering facilities, and transportation customers.
- Install, maintain, data programs, repair and calibrate turbine meters, ultrasonic meters, orifice meters, gravitometers, chromatographs, moisture analyzers, mechanical and electronic pressure and temperature correcting instrumentation. Pressure and temperature transmitters and other mechanical and electronic measurement devices.
- Operate, maintain, and inspect various valves
- Install, operate, and maintain odorization systems and equipment
- Perform and document odorant checks for pipeline systems.
- Provide odorant conditioning of new pipeline systems
- Wire RTU, process transmitters, modems and SCADA equipment
- Provide high pressure gas control for construction, maintenance activities, and emergency response situations.
- Work with industrial gas engineers to resolve billing issues on commercial and transportation accounts
- Implement and work under the Incident Command System (ICS) during emergencies
- Utilize Windows-based PC applications to generate spreadsheets for projects and generate pressure charting graphs
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot turbine compressor engines, with expertise in both mechanical and electronic systems
Welder
Southwest Gas
04.2015 - 10.2021
- Perform labor and skilled mechanical work related to installation, maintenance, and operation of natural gas facilities
- Demonstrate quality work and proficiency relative to job scheduling and project layout, low and high pressure control, contractor inspection, line locating, facility installation/maintenance, leak survey, job excavation/cleanup, and patrolling pipeline facilities
- Perform Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), MIG and TIG Welding processes
- Perform quality control inspections of contracted construction activity to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal regulations
- Operate large vehicles and equipment such as crew trucks, backhoes, trackhoes, trenchers, loaders, and boom trucks
- Operate, repair, and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic equipment including generators, pumps, jackhammers, tampers, and boring equipment
- Operate and maintain low and high pressure tapping and plugging equipment
- Maintain knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes and requirements
- Use and maintain protective safety equipment including self-contained breathing devices, flash suits, harnesses, and life lines
- Perform pipeline purge and re-gas procedures on high pressure distribution and transmission facilities
- Cut and thread pipe, apply varies coatings on steal pipe and fittings, thermite weld, join plastic pipe and fittings using heat fusion, mechanical and solvent cement methods
- Train new welders and pipe fitters as required
- Perform layout work related to pipeline assembly fabrication
Construction Technician
Southwest Gas
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Operated construction equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards
- Collaborated with project teams to execute installation and maintenance of gas distribution systems
- Conducted site inspections, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures to enhance safety and efficiency
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling and safety protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Demonstrate quality work and proficiency relative to facility installation and maintenance, low pressure control, line locating, leak survey, job excavation and cleanup
- Effectively operate heavy equipment including vehicles requiring a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and excavation equipment
- Effectively operate computer software programs and hardware
- Implement Incident Command Systems (ICS), Emergency Response procedures, and working with outside entities
- Perform quality control inspections of contracted construction activity to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal regulations
Education
High School Diploma -
Cheyenne High School
North Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Blueprint reading
- Steel fabrication
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Equipment operation
- Crane operation
- Time management
Timeline
M&C Specialist
Southwest Gas
10.2021 - Current
Welder
Southwest Gas
04.2015 - 10.2021
Construction Technician
Southwest Gas
07.2013 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Cheyenne High School