Donald Cofield

• Installed insulation on pipes, ducts, boilers, and mechanical equipment at union job sites.
• Applied vapor barriers, jackets, and protective coverings to completed insulation work.

Acquired OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications to enhance workplace safety at Alabama Power Steam Plants and Southern Company Plants.

• Removed damaged insulation and prepared surfaces for replacement materials.
• Inspected work areas for safety hazards and followed union site safety procedures.
• Coordinated with trade crews on Local Union 78 construction and maintenance projects.
• Installed loose or foam insulation in tight spaces to meet building code requirements.
• Protected insulated pipes from damage or decay by installing and securing sheet metal.
• Determined appropriate amounts and types of insulation needed and installation methods required to satisfy project demands.
• Applied adhesives and other compounds to ready surfaces for insulation.
• Identified specific heat retaining or excluding properties required and selected corresponding insulation materials.
• Removed and sealed off old asbestos insulation following strict remediation protocols.
• Reviewed the manufacturer's product literature relating to mechanical insulation products.
• Sourced appropriate suppliers for required materials needed on site.
• Removed old insulation from piping systems before installing new material.
• Maintained accurate records of time spent and materials used on each job site to ensure accountability and resource management.
• Inspected completed work for conformance to applicable codes and standards.
• Cleaned up job sites after completing tasks by removing excess debris and discarded material.
• Participated in team meetings discussing current projects and upcoming deadlines.
• Responded promptly to customer inquiries about services offered at the company.
• Prepared daily reports detailing progress on assigned jobsites to facilitate project tracking.
• Measured, cut, and fit insulating materials to cover surfaces of pipes, tanks, and other industrial equipment.
• Adhered strictly to safety regulations when using power tools such as drills and grinders.
• Repaired damaged insulation on pipes, valves, flanges, pumps, tanks and other related equipment.
• Worked closely with coworkers in order to complete projects efficiently within specified timelines.

• Installed thermal insulation on piping, tanks, and mechanical equipment at industrial sites.
• Measured, cut, and fitted insulation materials for Union Hall job assignments.
• Applied vapor barriers, jacketing, and sealants to protect insulated surfaces.