GARY BOLESKY
Standish
Summary
Industrial radiography professional with hands-on experience in non-destructive testing and quality assurance. Skilled in operating radiographic equipment, analyzing test results, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong focus on collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing project needs to achieve optimal outcomes. Known for reliability, technical expertise, and results-driven approach.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Radiographer
TechCorr
09.2023 - Current
- Optimized efficiency by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices for industrial radiography.
- Improved inspection accuracy by utilizing state-of-the-art radiographic equipment and technology.
- Reduced rework rates by meticulously analyzing results and promptly identifying potential defects or areas of concern.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team by regularly participating in industry conferences, workshops, and training sessions relevant to industrial radiography techniques.
- Established strong relationships with clients through clear communication of findings and recommendations following inspections.
- Conducted precise radiographic examinations for diverse industrial clients, ensuring high-quality results and customer satisfaction.
- Participated in regular audits of radiographic facilities and processes to ensure compliance with established standards and regulations, maintaining a strong focus on quality assurance.
- Provided specialized training to junior technicians, enhancing their skills and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Mentored newly hired staff members on the use of radiographic equipment, safety protocols, and industry best practices, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Conducted radiographic inspections to identify structural integrity and detect defects in materials.
- Operated advanced radiographic equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Developed detailed reports on inspection findings, providing actionable insights for maintenance teams.
Industrial Radiographer
Prime NDT Services
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted radiographic inspections to identify structural integrity and detect defects in materials.
- Operated advanced radiographic equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Developed detailed reports on inspection findings, providing actionable insights for maintenance teams.
- Mentored junior radiographers, enhancing skills in radiographic techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, ensuring consistency in radiographic evaluations across projects.
Industrial Radiographer
JANX/APPLUS TRD
10.2014 - 05.2023
- NDT technician. Responsibilities include completion of various NDT jobs, and customer relation skills. Proficient with API, ASME, and MIL-STD codes.
- Developed detailed reports on inspection findings, providing actionable insights for maintenance teams.
- Mentored junior radiographers, enhancing skills in radiographic techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, ensuring consistency in radiographic evaluations across projects.
- Operated advanced radiographic equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Conducted radiographic inspections to identify structural integrity and detect defects in materials.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround times for key projects.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, enhancing safety and operational integrity.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, promoting professional growth opportunities through coaching methods.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing arrangements that benefited the organization''s bottom line results.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently and to high standard.
Industrial Radiographer
System One
08.2013 - 10.2014
- NDT technician. Responsibilities include calibration of equipment, customer service, and completion of various NDT jobs.
Industrial Radiographer
Acuren
05.2009 - 08.2013
- Responsible for Mid-Michigan area inspection and customer service. Serviced 3 chemical plants including Dow Corning, Dow Chemical, and Hemlock Semi Conductor. Also performed inspection at Sunoco Terminal in Romulus, MI.
Industrial Radiographer
Hudson Global
04.2007 - 04.2009
- Level II RT, MT, PT, UTT technician. Responsibilities include calibration of equipment, maintenance of equipment, and inspection duties.
Industrial Radiographer
US Inspection Services
12.2004 - 03.2007
- Performed RT, MT, PT, & UTT at various locations throughout Ohio, and Michigan. Locations include refineries, power plants, fabrication shops, and pipeline projects.
Radiographer
PetroChem
06.2000 - 10.2004
- Worked at BP refinery in Oregon, OH performing wall thickness and weld quality x-ray, and UTT. Provided shutdown support. Read and mapped pipe drawings.
Assistant tech
SGS Industrial Services
07.1998 - 05.2000
- Assist in performing wall profile x-rays at BP refinery in Oregon, OH. Developing film. Reading ISO drawings.
Education
High School Diploma - General Education
Northwood
Northwood, OH01.1998
Skills
- Pipeline Radiography Computed Radiography Petrochemical Inspection DR trained Chemical Plant Experience Nuclear Inspection Power Plant Inspection
- Liquid penetrant inspection
- Visual inspection techniques
- Magnetic particle inspection
- Pressure vessel inspection
- Quality control procedures
- Weld inspection
- Corrosion monitoring
- Technical report writing
- Equipment calibration
- Maintenance and troubleshooting
- Image analysis
- Non-destructive testing
- Ultrasonic testing
- Industrial codes and standards
- Film processing
- Interpretation of radiographs
- Radiographic testing
- Radiation safety procedures
- Pipeline inspection
- Defect recognition
- Digital radiography
- Quality control
- Staff training
- Equipment maintenance
- Emergency response
- ALARA adherence
- Radiation safety
- Radiographic equipment operation
- X-ray machine operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Workplace safety
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Quality control monitoring
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
Certification
Current Illinois State card
Current TWIC card
Current MT, PT, RT, VT, UT level II
Fluent in Carestream, VMI and Fuji Digital software
Timeline
Industrial Radiographer
TechCorr
09.2023 - Current
Industrial Radiographer
Prime NDT Services
05.2023 - 09.2023
Industrial Radiographer
JANX/APPLUS TRD
10.2014 - 05.2023
Industrial Radiographer
System One
08.2013 - 10.2014
Industrial Radiographer
Acuren
05.2009 - 08.2013
Industrial Radiographer
Hudson Global
04.2007 - 04.2009
Industrial Radiographer
US Inspection Services
12.2004 - 03.2007
Radiographer
PetroChem
06.2000 - 10.2004
Assistant tech
SGS Industrial Services
07.1998 - 05.2000
High School Diploma - General Education
Northwood
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