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Fernando Hernandez

Portland,Texas

Summary

Diligent construction team member knowledgeable about organizing supplies, operating equipment and helping skilled workers complete demanding work. Outstanding working in commercial and residential construction. Motivated Construction Laborer adept at interpreting blueprints and following verbal instructions from management staff. Over 17 years Known for being the best. Dependable hard worker skilled in using hand and power tools in construction environments. Collaborates well with other team members and willing to help in any capacity to complete jobs. Skilled worker with solid safety record and over 8s years of experience in accurately performing boilermaker repair and maintenance duties. Flexible and diligent with positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Permit writer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor/Operator/Safety Technician

Cosi Field Work Services
2006.04 - 2012.09
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.

Owner/Supervisor/Operator/Safety Supervisor

Hernandez Sandblasting
2012.10 - 2016.06
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.

Skilled Laborer/Laborer Foreman/Permit Writer

Bechtel
2016.06 - 2019.02
  • Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Maintained safe work environments by following established safety protocols and regularly inspecting equipment for potential hazards.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Led crews, planned work and distributed daily assignments.
  • Promoted safe work environments through consistent enforcement of safety rules and regulations among crew members.

Hydro Blasting Technician/Permit Writer

Evergreen Industrial Services
2019.04 - 2019.06
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
  • Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.

Apprentice Electrician/Safety Officer

Bay Industrial Group
2019.07 - 2019.11
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
  • Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
  • Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
  • Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
  • Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
  • Increased job site safety by diligently adhering to OSHA standards and regulations during electrical installations.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.

Machine Operator/Laborer Foreman/Assistant Safety Officer

TIC / Kiewit
2019.11 - 2020.11
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
  • Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
  • Led crews, planned work and distributed daily assignments.

Lead Boilermaker/Permit Writer

Turnner Industrial Services
2020.11 - 2022.07
  • Assisted in the design of custom boiler systems, collaborating closely with engineers for optimal results.
  • Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to industry standards and company protocols during all tasks.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of work processes, including inspection reports, progress updates, and time logs for efficient record-keeping purposes.
  • Improved overall boiler performance through meticulous troubleshooting and precise repair work on complex systems.
  • Contributed to successful project completions by meeting strict deadlines while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team environment that promoted collaboration and open communication.
  • Preserved equipment longevity through regular cleaning, maintenance checks, and timely repairs when necessary.
  • Reduced downtime for boiler maintenance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying issues promptly.
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
  • Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
  • Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
  • Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
  • Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
  • Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.

Lead Boilermaker/Operator/Permit Writer

PMI Feild Services
2022.07 - 2023.09
  • Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to industry standards and company protocols during all tasks.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by implementing effective boilermaking techniques and utilizing advanced equipment.
  • Increased team productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior boilermakers.
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team environment that promoted collaboration and open communication.
  • Contributed to successful project completions by meeting strict deadlines while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
  • Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.

Pipefitter/Boilermaker/Safety Supervisor Helper

Wyatt Field Service
2023.10 - 2024.01
  • 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.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Supported fellow team members in their tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized both safety and efficiency.

Pipefitter 1/Osha 30/Safety

The Mundy Companie
2024.01 - 2024.04
  • 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.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.

Boilermaker/Safety Helper

Wyatt Field Service
2024.04 - 2024.06
  • Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
  • Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
  • Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
  • Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
  • Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
  • Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
  • Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
  • Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
  • Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of boiler systems and components.
  • Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
  • Practiced company policies to promote safety and compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gateway Regional High School
Woodbury Heights, NJ
06.1995

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Structural steelwork
  • Oxy-Fuel Cutting
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
  • Grinding Techniques
  • Safety Procedures
  • Component Installation
  • Precision measuring
  • Material prepping
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Repair work
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Rigging
  • Pipefitting
  • Structural fittings
  • Inspection preparations
  • System assembly
  • Boiler equipment
  • System Tests
  • Boiler installation

Timeline

Boilermaker/Safety Helper

Wyatt Field Service
2024.04 - 2024.06

Pipefitter 1/Osha 30/Safety

The Mundy Companie
2024.01 - 2024.04

Pipefitter/Boilermaker/Safety Supervisor Helper

Wyatt Field Service
2023.10 - 2024.01

Lead Boilermaker/Operator/Permit Writer

PMI Feild Services
2022.07 - 2023.09

Lead Boilermaker/Permit Writer

Turnner Industrial Services
2020.11 - 2022.07

Machine Operator/Laborer Foreman/Assistant Safety Officer

TIC / Kiewit
2019.11 - 2020.11

Apprentice Electrician/Safety Officer

Bay Industrial Group
2019.07 - 2019.11

Hydro Blasting Technician/Permit Writer

Evergreen Industrial Services
2019.04 - 2019.06

Skilled Laborer/Laborer Foreman/Permit Writer

Bechtel
2016.06 - 2019.02

Owner/Supervisor/Operator/Safety Supervisor

Hernandez Sandblasting
2012.10 - 2016.06

Supervisor/Operator/Safety Technician

Cosi Field Work Services
2006.04 - 2012.09

High School Diploma -

Gateway Regional High School
Fernando Hernandez