Fidel Chapa
Alton, Tx,United States
Summary
Offering successful career history comprising more than 3 years. Highly trained Pipefitter offering excellent skills in managing teams and running and cutting copper. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing pipe systems is highly sought. Team-oriented individual highly skilled in blueprint reading and operating pipefitting tools. Desiring a Pipefitter position with a manufacturing company. Bilingual Pipefitter with supervisory experience and background in ship maintenance. Eager to apply pipefitting and repair skills to augment employer's services and market share. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated Pipefitter with background in job coordination and worksite setup. Knowledgeable in safety processes, regulations and pipe selection. Offering successful career history comprising more than 5 years.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter
Loenbro LLC
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Supported team efficiency through clear communication regarding progress updates and potential issues during the course of projects.
- Consistently met client expectations through timely completion of projects while maintaining high levels of quality control checks throughout the process.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.
- Reduced project completion time by interpreting blueprints, sketches, and specifications to accurately plan pipefitting installations.
- Improved workflow with efficient pipe system modifications, including cutting, threading, welding, and soldering components as needed.
- Assisted in achieving project deadlines through effective organization of work assignments and prioritization of tasks based on urgency.
- Maintained high-quality standards through consistent attention to detail while fitting pipes according to building code requirements.
Pipefitter
TWS
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Improved overall quality of workmanship with frequent training sessions on industry standards and best practices.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
- Established effective communication channels between field personnel, management staff, clients, vendors ensuring smooth operations from start to finish on each project undertaken.
- Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Improved project efficiency by skillfully coordinating pipefitting tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
Pipefitter Helper
SWAT Specialty Turnarounds
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Improved project efficiency by skillfully coordinating pipefitting tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations and conducting regular safety meetings for the team.
- Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
- Enhanced safety measures by following proper procedures when handling hazardous materials during pipe installations.
Pipefitter Helper
TURN 2 Specialty Companies
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Maximized system longevity through routine preventative maintenance checks on existing piping infrastructure within various industrial settings.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mission High School
Mission, TX05.2021
Skills
- Work Order Management
- Hand and Power Tools
- Material Prepping
- Installation and Maintenance
- Emergency Repairs
- Blueprint Analysis
- Team Coordination
- Pipe Bending
- Pipe Support Design
- Pipe Hanger Installation
- Pipe Threading
- Threaded Pipe Fabrication
- Flange Assembly
- Problem Solving
- Pipe Measuring
- Leak Detection
- Valve Installation
- Steam Piping
- Quality Control
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Maintenance
- Time Management
- Pipe Cutting
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Lifting
- Safety Protocols
- Inventory Management
- Power Tool Operation
- Piping Installation
- Job Site Evaluation
- Remodels and New Construction
- Safety Inspection
- Parts Fabrication
- Systems Testing
- Equipment Inspection
- Layout Planning
- Materials Ordering
- Safety Procedures
- Material Cutting
- Piping Specifications
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Pressure Testing
- Equipment Testing
- Worksite Safety
- Pipefitting
Certification
Forklift certified
Boom lift & scissor lift certified
twic
Timeline
Pipefitter
Loenbro LLC
07.2023 - 06.2024
Pipefitter
TWS
03.2023 - 06.2023
Pipefitter Helper
SWAT Specialty Turnarounds
04.2022 - 12.2022
Pipefitter Helper
TURN 2 Specialty Companies
07.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Mission High School