Derek Lopez
Texas City,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Laborer
WHC Inc.
Orange, TX
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Loaded and unloaded pipes from trucks using cranes or hoists.
- Transported materials and tools to job sites safely in company vehicles.
- Cleaned up debris from construction sites after completing tasks.
- Conducted tests on pipelines to ensure integrity of the system.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery.
- Inspected pipes for defects prior to installation.
- Worked with a team of laborers to complete projects within deadlines.
Fire Technician II
Total Safety Inc
Texas City, TX
07.2019 - 05.2024
- Commissioned newly installed fire alarm systems by running through a series of tests to verify proper functionality.
- Repaired or replaced damaged components in wet and dry pipe sprinkler systems such as valves, fittings and piping sections.
- Installed new fire alarm systems according to plans and specifications provided by engineers.
- Responded to emergency calls from customers regarding malfunctioning or non-functioning fire protection equipment (Call outs).
- Troubleshot various types of electronic control panels used in fire alarm systems.
- Ran diagnostic tests on various types of life safety devices such as heat detectors, pull stations, horns and strobes .
- Inspected portable extinguishers for compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Repaired or replaced defective components of fire alarm systems such as circuit boards, wiring harnesses, relays and other devices.
- Performed routine maintenance on all fire protection equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Assisted in the installation of new sprinkler heads and piping assemblies for water-based suppression systems.
- Conducted thorough inspections of fire protection systems and equipment, including sprinkler systems, standpipes, fire pumps, fire alarms, smoke detectors, and emergency lighting.
Rigger
Maxim Crane Works
La Porte, TX
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
- Train new crew members on proper techniques for setting up and operating rigging systems safely.
- Conduct risk assessments before each performance or production in order to identify potential hazards associated with the use of lifting devices.
- Position stage scenery, lighting fixtures, props, and other objects with precision accuracy using hoists, pulleys, winches, lifts, and cranes.
- Maintain detailed records regarding inspections of all rigging components used on a project.
- Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
- Ensure that all safety protocols are followed while setting up and operating rigging systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine Drive
Dickinson, TX05-2012
Skills
Laborer
- Portable Pump operation
- Safety Protocols
- Heavy Lifting
- Problem-Solving
- Pipe cutting
- Hand tools proficiency
- Pipe installation
- Erosion Control
- Traffic Control
Fire Tech II
- Alarm System Troubleshooting/ Repairs and Inspections
- Team building
- Deluge System Repair
- Deluge System Inspection
- Report Writing
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- FEL-B- 3136082 Date issued 02/20/2024 Expiration 02/20/2025
Timeline
Pipe Laborer
WHC Inc.
06.2024 - 08.2024
Fire Technician II
Total Safety Inc
07.2019 - 05.2024
Rigger
Maxim Crane Works
10.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Pine Drive