Howard Bergeron
Orange
Summary
Accomplished Pipefitter with extensive experience at Bechtel Construction Company, specializing in precise installations and maintenance of piping systems. Proficient in blueprint analysis and pipe fabrication, I foster a culture of safety while mentoring junior staff. Recognized for enhancing team productivity and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Pipefitting professional with proven track record in assembling, installing, and maintaining piping systems. Known for delivering high-quality work in both industrial and commercial settings, ensuring all tasks meet stringent safety and performance criteria. Recognized for strong teamwork abilities and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Fitter
LSJ Trucking
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Fabricated and installed custom shop fittings according to design specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize layout and functionality of retail spaces.
- Operated power tools and machinery safely to ensure quality workmanship.
- Assisted in measuring and cutting materials accurately for various projects.
Pipefitter
STI Group
10.2018 - 05.2025
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by installing and maintaining piping systems.
- Resolved system issues efficiently through collaboration with project teams.
- Executed precise installations by interpreting blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
- Enhanced team skills by mentoring junior pipefitters and promoting safety culture.
- Fabricated pipe sections to specification using cutting, threading, and welding equipment.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel Construction Company
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Installed and maintained piping systems in compliance with project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of installation tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise pipe fittings.
- Conducted inspections on completed installations for quality assurance and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained junior staff on industry best practices and safety protocols.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Ensured safe work environments by strictly adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing guidance and training to apprentice pipefitters.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Pipefitter
STI Group
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise installations and repairs.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Education
GED -
LCM
Orange, TX05-1989
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Pipe threading
- Repair and maintenance
- Pipe measuring
- Installation and maintenance
- Pipe alignment
- Safety procedures
- Material prepping
- Pipe fitting
- Piping specifications
- Blueprints and specifications
- Pipe hangers
- Pipe supports
- Pipe fabrication
- Industrial piping
- Worksite safety
- Blueprint analysis
- Material selection
- Piping diagram interpretation
- Piping layout
Timeline
Shop Fitter
LSJ Trucking
06.2024 - 12.2025
Pipefitter
STI Group
10.2018 - 05.2025
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel Construction Company
05.2016 - 03.2018
Pipefitter
STI Group
06.2012 - 01.2015
GED -
LCM