Guillermo Salazar
El Paso,TX
Summary
Construction professional with comprehensive expertise in installing and maintaining piping systems for various projects. Highly reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent quality and timely project delivery. Demonstrates strong teamwork and attention to detail, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Extensive experience in supporting construction teams, contributing to successful completion of numerous projects. Focused on collaborative work and adapting to dynamic job site requirements. Recognized for problem-solving skills and maintaining safe work environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Layer
Integrated Water Services
08.2024 - Current
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by addressing unexpected complications during pipe installation processes.
- Sustained positive working relationships with subcontractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders through effective communication skills.
- Boosted productivity by efficiently using hand tools such as pipe cutters, wrenches, and shovels in pipe laying tasks.
- Checked and tested underground gas lines and pipes to verify proper functionality.
- Ensured optimal pipe alignment and connection, preventing future leaks and infrastructure issues.
- Utilized heavy machinery, such as excavators and backhoes, for trench digging while minimizing impact on surrounding areas.
Pipe Inspector
HADCO Services
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with engineers to develop customized solutions for unique challenges encountered during pipeline projects.
- Contributed to successful project completion by closely monitoring pipeline installation progress and ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Optimized inspection schedules by coordinating effectively with other departments, avoiding disruptions to operations.
- Supported ongoing pipeline maintenance efforts through regular assessments and timely reporting of findings.
Diesel Technician
Ameritrans Freight International
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Perform routine maintenance and repair services on diesel engines, including fuel systems, cooling systems, exhaust systems, transmissions, and clutches
- Tested vehicle components to ensure proper functioning and identify potential malfunctions
- Maintain accurate records of all work completed so that future technicians could easily access information about previous repairs.
- Conduct regular inspections of vehicles to identify any potential safety risks before they become major problems
Front End Loader Operator
Jobe
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Operate a front end loader to move and load materials such as dirt, gravel, asphalt, and debris
- Perform routine maintenance tasks such as greasing, oiling, and fueling the machine
- Maintained accurate records of all material movements throughout the day
- Inspect tires, brakes, lights, mirrors, hydraulics. daily for proper operation
- Follow safety protocols while operating the loader at all times including wearing protective gear
Concrete Form Carpenter
Jordan Foster Construction
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Assist in the construction of concrete forms for various structures and projects
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards were met before pouring concrete.
- Mixed, poured, spread and smoothed concrete using hand tools and power trowels
- Learn project dimensions and form design by effective blueprint reading
- Train and mentor apprentice carpenters, offering positive reinforcement and providing assistance when needed
- Follow OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents
Concrete Finisher
Jordan Foster Construction
02.2017 - 01.2022
- Finish surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish
- Inspect work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed
- Review blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades
Concrete Patcher
Jordan Foster Construction
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Inspected concrete surfaces for defects and determined appropriate repair methods.
- Tested hardened concrete for compressive strength following American Concrete Institute standards.
- Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montwood High School
El Paso, TX06-2015
Skills
- Maintenance and repair
- Workplace Safety
- Service Documentation
- Commercial/residential construction experience
- Finishing Techniques
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Inspection procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diesel technician experience
- Experience operating heavy/light machinery
- Heavy lifting
- Trench safety
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety procedures
- Traffic control
- Equipment and tools
- Safety meetings
- Effective communication
Certification
- OHSA 10- hour G.I.S.H
- Aerial/ boom lift operator
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Course - OSHA.
- Skid steer operator
- Forklift Operator Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Front End Loader operoperator
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate
- Break safety certified
- Asbestos safety certified
- Foundation break certified
- Silica dust safety course
- Chemical Hazards/ Hazard Communication Spanish
- Fall Prevention in construction
Timeline
Pipe Layer
Integrated Water Services
08.2024 - Current
Pipe Inspector
HADCO Services
03.2024 - 08.2024
Diesel Technician
Ameritrans Freight International
01.2023 - 03.2024
Front End Loader Operator
Jobe
02.2022 - 01.2023
Concrete Form Carpenter
Jordan Foster Construction
05.2020 - 01.2022
Concrete Patcher
Jordan Foster Construction
05.2019 - 05.2020
Concrete Finisher
Jordan Foster Construction
02.2017 - 01.2022
- OHSA 10- hour G.I.S.H
- Aerial/ boom lift operator
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Course - OSHA.
- Skid steer operator
- Forklift Operator Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Front End Loader operoperator
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate
- Break safety certified
- Asbestos safety certified
- Foundation break certified
- Silica dust safety course
- Chemical Hazards/ Hazard Communication Spanish
- Fall Prevention in construction
High School Diploma -
Montwood High School
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