Elijah Draper
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven NDT Technician with expertise in liquid penetrant testing and a strong commitment to safety at Axess North America. Enhanced team efficiency through effective training and streamlined reporting processes, while consistently exceeding customer satisfaction goals. Proven ability to manage projects and interpret complex procedures, ensuring compliance and high-quality inspection services.
NDT professional prepared to deliver high-quality inspection services. Leveraging history of successful defect identification and quality assurance in various industries. Strong focus on team collaboration and results, adapting to changing needs. Expertise in ultrasonic and radiographic testing, valued for reliability and precision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
NDT Technician
Axess North America
Houston, TX
04.2017 - Current
- Multiple Annual Inspections and Hull Gauging on Helix ESG offshore Semi Submersibles
- Multiple Inspection Campaigns on Transocean Annual Inspections in the Gulf of Mexico and abroad.
- Multiple Transocean Deepwater Series Crane Inspections
- MRT and Re-Socket of 165 TON Crane Wire.
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Maintained a strong safety culture within the NDT department by adhering to established best practices and promoting awareness among team members.
- Streamlined reporting processes by creating clear and concise documentation of findings for engineering teams to review.
- Assisted in maintaining industry compliance by adhering to established procedures, codes, and standards during inspections.
- Increased equipment reliability with thorough evaluation of weld quality using visual inspection and other NDT methods.
- Boosted team efficiency by training new technicians on proper usage of NDT equipment and techniques.
- Supported project completion timelines with timely execution of scheduled inspections and tests.
- Reduced inspection time with the efficient use of ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle testing methods.
- Used Company Software to document non-destructive testing methods, processes and results.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Contributed to increased product quality by identifying defects in raw materials and finished goods through NDT methods.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, schematics and manuals to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustments and certifications of instruments required.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction goals through consistent delivery of high-quality inspection services that met or surpassed specifications.
- Prepared reports on non-destructive testing results.
- Communicated with employees and upper management to convey concerns, status updates and other pertinent information.
- Managed successful teams of employees and contractors on projects of all sizes.
Education
No Degree - Non-Destructive Testing
The Oceancorp
Houston, TX04-2017
High School Diploma -
Chinle High School
Chinle05-2001
Skills
- API RP2D
- Rope Access IRATA Lvl 1
- Liquid penetrant testing
- Visual inspection techniques
- Magnetic particle inspection
- Certification and training
- Eddy current testing
- Oil and gas NDT
- Ultrasonic testing
- NDT equipment calibration
- Work site management
- Magnetic particle testing
- Report preparation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Procedure interpretation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of multiple staff members.
Timeline
NDT Technician
Axess North America
04.2017 - Current
No Degree - Non-Destructive Testing
The Oceancorp
High School Diploma -
Chinle High School
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