Gabriel Armas
Tomball
Summary
Versatile and dependable Industrial Mechanic with hands-on experience as a Millwright & Boilermaker; across large EPC projects and critical refinery. Skilled in mechanical maintenance, pump and compressor alignment, dry gas seal installation, & boiler repairs. Experienced in layout, rigging, and equipment setting using laser alignment tools and precision instruments. Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical systems, and working safely under pressure in high-paced environments. Bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a track record of delivering quality results independently or as part of a crew. Maintains accurate logs, supports safe work practices, and quickly adapts to changing site demands.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright
Alliance Industrial Group
Port Sulphur
03.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: LNG Project
- Performed layout and precision equipment setting using laser alignment tools and optical levels.
- Aligned horizontal and vertical pumps, gas compressors, and rotating equipment to manufacturer tolerances.
- Installed and maintained dry gas seals, mechanical seals, and associated bearing housings.
- Conducted pipe stress checks and shim adjustments to prevent strain on critical flanges and rotating assets.
- Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and alignment specs to ensure proper installation and operation.
- Supported rigging and setting of large skids, baseplates, and pump assemblies.
- Performed torquing and tensioning of bolted connections to spec using hydraulic tools.
- Verified centerlines and elevations prior to equipment tie-ins and handover to commissioning.
- Maintained strong safety practices in accordance with OSHA and site-specific LNG procedures.
- LNG Project
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
Leverage Mechanic
Flour
Corpus Christi
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify mechanical issues.
- Installed and maintained machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
Boilermaker
Brown & Root Industrial Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. Assembled parts into complete units by welding them together.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on material using a ruler or scribe.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Signaled to crane operators to lift components to specific positions.
- Opened, cleaned and repaired pressure vessels.
Education
High School -
Klein Oak High School
Spring, TX05.2020
Skills
- Safety Procedures
- Pressure testing
- Contamination control
- Visual inspections
- Leak detection
- Temperature monitoring
- Seal replacement
- Safety Checks
- Gasket replacements
- OSHA Compliance
- Replacing parts
- Laser alignment
- Precision equipment setting
- Pipe stress analysis
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Precision alignment
Certification
NCCER Boilermaker
Timeline
Millwright
Alliance Industrial Group
03.2024 - Current
Leverage Mechanic
Flour
01.2023 - 11.2023
Boilermaker
Brown & Root Industrial Services
01.2022 - 01.2023
High School -
Klein Oak High School