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Ivan Pinales

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Dynamic Pipefitter Foreman with a proven track record in safety compliance and effective team supervision. Skilled in piping and valve installations, inventory management, and document control, ensuring projects meet high standards.

Pipefitter General Foreman with experience in supervising pipefitting teams and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Strong leadership skills foster team development and drive project efficiency, leading to successful installations in diverse industrial settings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Pipefitter Foreman

WISE
Nederland, Texas
05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Installed piping systems according to isometric drawings and p&id specifications.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing pipe system issues.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance.

Pipefitter General Foreman

WISE
Nederland, Texas
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Supervised pipefitting team to ensure project alignment with safety standards.
  • Coordinated installation of piping systems in various industrial settings.
  • Order material and and have a good inventory under budget.

Pipefitter Foreman

Blanchette Industrial Contractors
Osceola, Arkansas
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Supervised pipefitting team to ensure project alignment with safety standards.
  • Coordinated installation of piping systems in various industrial settings.
  • Trained new workers on tools, procedures, and safety protocols.
  • 2 Week look ahead ready making sure all material needed was on site for daily production.

Pipefitter

ParFab Field Services
Phoenix, Arizona
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Installed piping systems according to isometric and p&id’s specifications.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing pipe system issues.
  • Measure and layout pipe fabrication making sure we have minimum field welds.

Pipefitter Foreman

WISE
Portland, Texas
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supervised pipefitting team to ensure project alignment with safety standards.
  • Coordinated demolition of pipe and installation of piping systems in various industrial settings.
  • Trained new workers on tools, procedures, and safety protocols.

Pipefitter

Casey Construction
Greenville, WY
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Supervised pipe installation projects ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinated daily work schedules for crew members to optimize workflow.
  • Conducted inspections of materials and equipment for quality assurance.

Pipe fitter

BHC Industries
Ingleside, Texas
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Fabricated and installed piping systems for various industrial applications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine layout specifications.
  • Operated cutting, threading, and bending tools to shape materials accurately.•
  • Rack Pipe, Bull Rig Pipe,
  • Bolt up all mechanical components

Material Coordinator (9.6 acre pipe lay down)

Mundy Companies
Corpus Christi, Texas
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Coordinated material procurement to ensure timely availability for project needs.
  • Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock for operations.
  • Oversaw shipping and receiving processes to streamline workflow efficiency.

Pipefitter

Mundy Companies
Plaquemine, Louisiana
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Installed piping systems according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Assisted in prefabrication,installation,and repairing pipe system issues.
  • Rack pipe ,bull rigg ,bolt up fit and weld on coordinate.

Boilermaker Foreman

Hi-Tech
Freeport, Texas
02.2019 - 04.2020
  • Supervised boiler installation and maintenance activities for various industrial projects.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Trained new boilermakers on safe operation of equipment and tools.
  • Demo all old components and install new components under a time frame to meet deadline.

Pipefitter

Schwob
Jal, New Mexico
04.2017 - 12.2018

• Build compressor station from zero

• Measure make layout iron rack for the piping systems according to model.

• Coordinate heavy equipment properly on a daily schedule.

  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance
  • Use threaded machine, torch,

Pipefitter Foreman/General Manager

Turner Industries
Corpus Christi, Texas
07.2016 - 02.2017
  • Supervised pipefitting tasks ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinated project schedules and resources for pipe installation projects.
  • Trained and mentored junior pipefitters on best practices and techniques.

Pipefitter

Bechtel
Temple, Texas
08.2014 - 04.2016
  • Installed piping systems according to isometric and p&id’s specifications.
  • Assisted in pipe and valve installations.
  • Maintained a high productive quota on fits and welds as needed for progress.
  • Prefabrication to the tee to have less field welds

Pipefitter/Pipe Foreman

Mundy Companies
Ingleside, TX
11.2012 - 08.2014
  • Installed piping systems according to project specifications and safety standards.
  • Assembled pipe fittings and valves for various industrial applications.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.

Pipefitter/ Pipe Laydown Supervisor

Bay Ltd.
Corpus Christi, Texas
11.2011 - 09.2012

• Read isometric drawings

• Stage and organize pipe using flag and color code system.

• Have proper documentation for all the inventory the is in the laydown area.

• Document control due to piping getting shipped to Canada.

Education

GED
Brownsville, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Buisness

UTB
Brownsville, TX

Skills

  • Piping and valve installations
  • Isometric and p&id drawing interpretation
  • Safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Lead by example
  • Document control
  • 2 week look ahead plan

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Pipefitter Foreman

WISE
05.2025 - 09.2025

Pipefitter General Foreman

WISE
03.2025 - 05.2025

Pipefitter Foreman

Blanchette Industrial Contractors
09.2024 - 02.2025

Pipefitter

ParFab Field Services
06.2023 - 07.2024

Pipefitter Foreman

WISE
03.2023 - 05.2023

Pipefitter

Casey Construction
08.2022 - 02.2023

Pipe fitter

BHC Industries
09.2021 - 07.2022

Material Coordinator (9.6 acre pipe lay down)

Mundy Companies
09.2020 - 07.2021

Pipefitter

Mundy Companies
06.2020 - 08.2020

Boilermaker Foreman

Hi-Tech
02.2019 - 04.2020

Pipefitter

Schwob
04.2017 - 12.2018

Pipefitter Foreman/General Manager

Turner Industries
07.2016 - 02.2017

Pipefitter

Bechtel
08.2014 - 04.2016

Pipefitter/Pipe Foreman

Mundy Companies
11.2012 - 08.2014

Pipefitter/ Pipe Laydown Supervisor

Bay Ltd.
11.2011 - 09.2012

GED

Some College (No Degree) - Buisness

UTB