Gabriel Garza
San Juan
Summary
Adept Pipefitter with a proven track record at Turnaround Welding Services, showcasing expertise in pipe fabrication and a strong ability to interpret piping diagrams. Demonstrates exceptional maintenance and repair skills, ensuring system integrity through meticulous pressure testing. Known for precision and reliability, excels in fast-paced environments, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
Turnaround Welding Services
Gonzales
07.2019 - Current
- Test piping systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Preparation of weld procedure to ensure fit up is of quality.
- Read ISO’s and fabricate and install piping.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
Pipefitter/Duct Installer
R.E.C. Industries
San Antonio
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing
- Installed duct work for A/C systems
Plumber/Pipefitter/Duct Installer
CAHS
Harling
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Installed prefabricated duct systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Replaced worn out filters on AHUs with new ones according to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Repaired damaged sections of existing ductwork using patching techniques such as soldering or brazing.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing for both domestic and HVAC lines.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Pipefitter/Sheet Metal Worker
Swift Sheet Metal
Alamo
07.2011 - 07.2017
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Installed prefabricated duct systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Replaced worn out filters on AHUs with new ones according to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Repaired damaged sections of existing ductwork using patching techniques such as soldering or brazing.
Education
High School Diploma -
PSJA High School
San Juan, Texas 05-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Universe of Texas Endinburg
Edinburg, TXSkills
- Maintenance and repair
- Piping diagram interpretation
- NCCER Pipefitter
- Pipe measuring
- Pressure testing
- Threaded pipe fabrication
- Pipe fabrication
- Valve installation
- Pipefitting
Timeline
Pipefitter
Turnaround Welding Services
07.2019 - Current
Pipefitter/Duct Installer
R.E.C. Industries
07.2018 - 07.2019
Plumber/Pipefitter/Duct Installer
CAHS
07.2017 - 07.2018
Pipefitter/Sheet Metal Worker
Swift Sheet Metal
07.2011 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
PSJA High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Universe of Texas Endinburg