Edward Cortes
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly trained Pipefitter offering excellent skills in managing teams and running crews. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing pipe systems is highly sought. Pipefitting professional with extensive experience in installing and maintaining piping systems in various environments. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills and commitment to precision in all tasks. Valued team player with focus on effective communication and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Craft Pipefitter
Chevron Phillips Chemical
Sweeny, TX
10.2024 - 06.2026
- Installed and repaired piping systems to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to accurately execute installation projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflow and enhance project outcomes.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks, identifying issues before they escalated into major repairs.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Pipe General Foreman
JVIC Industrial
Freeport, TX
06.2021 - 10.2024
- Bull rigging, Fitting pipe from 3/4" to 72", pulling blinds, bolting up, pulling bundles/Exchange Work, reading isometrics dimension
- Coordinated daily operations of crews, optimizing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
- Managed scheduling of maintenance activities to ensure minimal downtime for equipment and personnel.
- Boiler making, Convection & radiant experience / heater work
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
- Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Supervised pipe installation and repair projects, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated daily operationofs crews, optimizing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
Pipefitter
S & B Engineers And Constructors
Houston , TX
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted thorough inspects and tests of previously installed systems to locate and correct faults.
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
Pipefitter Foreman
Turn2 Specialty Companies
Baytown, TX
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspects and tests of previously installed systems to locate and correct faults.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs.
Pipefitter
Performance Pipe
Baytown, TX
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Pipefitter
Palacios Marine Industrial
Pasadena, TX
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Employed skills in cementing and welding to finalize high-quality piping systems.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
Pipefitter
Cima Services, LP
Pasadena, TX
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspects and tests of previously installed systems to locate and correct faults.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Requisitioned tools and equipment to select type and size of pipes needed for projects.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Houston Can Academy
Houston, TXSkills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Worksite safety
- Safety Compliance
- Decision Making
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Professional Communication
- Job Prioritizing
- Pipe measuring
- Safety procedures
- Blueprints and specifications
Accomplishments
NCCER Pipefitter
NCCER Pipefitter Plus
NCCER Intermediate Rigging
NCCER Industrial all purpose Crane
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Heavy Craft Pipefitter
Chevron Phillips Chemical
10.2024 - 06.2026
Pipe General Foreman
JVIC Industrial
06.2021 - 10.2024
Pipefitter
S & B Engineers And Constructors
01.2019 - 12.2020
Pipefitter Foreman
Turn2 Specialty Companies
01.2019 - 06.2020
Pipefitter
Performance Pipe
01.2017 - 01.2019
Pipefitter
Palacios Marine Industrial
01.2017 - 12.2017
Pipefitter
Cima Services, LP
01.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Houston Can Academy