Jace Groth
Angleton,TX
Summary
I am currently a motivated lead Fire Alarm/Mechanical Technician at Austin Fire Systems. I come with 18 years of experience producing specifications and designs and installing various mechanical components and systems. I am trained in testing and evaluating theoretical designs, assessing final product overall performance and estimating budgets. I am deeply familiar with both computer-aided engineering and computer-aided manufacturing. I am heavily experienced in fast-paced environments and am adaptable to last-minute changes. I thrive under pressure and consistently earn high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Fire Alarm/Mechanical Technician
Austin Fire Systems
Freeport, TX
02.2020 - Current
- Installing deluge valves and valve trim work at a project in Lake Charles, LA.
- Lead technician for fire alarm and mechanical
- Investigated complaints of noncompliance with fire prevention laws and regulations.
- Ensured fire safety regulations were followed in all buildings inspected.
- Compiled reports regarding inspection findings and other related activities according to established guidelines.
- Performed preventive maintenance on fire alarm systems such as inspecting smoke detectors, pull stations, strobes, horns, bells, heat detectors, manual call points and associated wiring.
- Installed, maintained, tested, and repaired fire suppression systems including sprinkler systems, water-based extinguishing systems, special hazard systems, and kitchen hood suppression systems.
- Completed necessary paperwork related to service calls including work orders and time sheets accurately and efficiently.
Maintenance Coordinator/Foreman
Wood
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Supervised a crew of 6 blinding vessels, installing spools, valves, cut and thread pipe for ABV’s
- Implemented quality control procedures for inspecting completed jobs before releasing them for further processing.
- Scheduled and oversaw completion of planned repairs and refurbishment projects.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies, ordering additional items as needed.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during maintenance operations.
- Verified that all relevant documents, such as permits, licenses, and inspection reports, were up-to-date before any work was performed.
Quality Control Technician
Cardno PPI
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Overseen the ID pipe cleaning at the LNG LQF site, witnessed torques and bolt ups, walked down packages to ensure items on the drawing were in order.
- Verified conformance of parts using statistical sampling techniques such as ANSI and ASQ Z1.4.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections of components, assemblies, and products to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
- Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
Lead Quality Control Technician
Troy Construction
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Overseen the S&B Project for Frac 3 and 4, ensured welders welded according to their qualified procedure, preformed visual inspections of welds, and witnessed hydrostatic testing.
- Maintained compliance with applicable regulatory standards such as ISO 9000, 9001, 9004, 19011, 2000.
- Inspected, removed and replaced malfunctioning equipment and tools to minimize workflow disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records of quality reports, statistical reviews, and relevant documentation.
NDE Technician
Furmanite
11.2010 - 04.2016
- Preformed NDT and visual inspections on Pressure Vessels, Storage Tanks and pipe, ran and operated AUT scanner, and preformed cold cuts from 4” to 24” pipe.
- Operated ultrasound data acquisition systems and prepared digital images of inspected components.
- Developed non-destructive tests procedures based on industry standards such as ASTM, AWS, ASME.
- Assisted with design modifications based on feedback from NDE inspections.
- Utilized various NDE techniques such as magnetic particle inspection, liquid penetrant inspection, visual inspection, eddy current testing, acoustic emission testing.
Electrician
Schneider Electric
06.2006 - 11.2010
- Manufactured Terminal panels, Substations and Generator components, supervised all conduit instillation, final cognitive operation and blue print accuracy, excavated trenches and backfield for conduit to be ran.
- Worked on high voltage switchgear projects involving transformer hookups and terminations up to 15kv level.
- Calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy of readings.
- Installed grounding system per NEC code requirements.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
Education
General Studies -
Angleton High School
06.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Braszosport College
Construction Management
Sam Houston State University
Skills
- Certified boom & scissor lift operator
- Certified Backhoe & track hoe
- Quality Control Experience
- Field ISO drawings
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings
- Strong familiarity with in corrosion mapping using ultrasonic scanner
- Strong use with Bluebeam, Excel, Auto Cad, and Power Point
- Expert at reading ISO and P&ID Drawings
- Equipment Installation
- Power Tool Operation
- Machine Operation
- Pneumatic Systems
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- CNC Programming
- Hydraulic systems
- System Configuration
- Welding Techniques
- Metal Fabrication
Roles And Responsibilities
- Expert in the calibration of flaw detection equipment
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings
- Strong knowledge Olympus and Epoch machines
- Skilled in detecting subsurface discontinuities utilizing magnetic and dye solutions
- Strong familiarity with in corrosion mapping using ultrasonic scanner
- Strong use with Bluebeam, Excel, Auto Cad, and Power Point
- Expert at reading Iso and P&ID Drawings
- Lead and Forman over multiple Projects
Technical Education
- Ultrasonic thickness testing including shear wave level II
- Magnetic particle level II
- Dye penetrant level II
- Brunel
- PMI
Affiliations
- I enjoy spending time with family and friends.
- Outdoors is where I'm the most content.
- Besides working, being a girl dad is what I'm best at.
Certification
- Texas and Louisiana Fire Alarm License
- Notifier License
Refrences
Johnny Williams
Commercial Operations Superintendent
Freeport LNG
979-824-3064
Danielle Peters
Sr. Administrative Assistant
Freeport Olin
832-217-8498
Darrin Dees
General Forman
Saber Power
932-289-4010
Chris Edmonson
General Manager
979-799-7961
John Crane
281-435-8854
Timeline
Lead Fire Alarm/Mechanical Technician
Austin Fire Systems
02.2020 - Current
Maintenance Coordinator/Foreman
Wood
08.2019 - 02.2020
Quality Control Technician
Cardno PPI
04.2017 - 04.2019
Lead Quality Control Technician
Troy Construction
04.2016 - 02.2017
NDE Technician
Furmanite
11.2010 - 04.2016
Electrician
Schneider Electric
06.2006 - 11.2010
General Studies -
Angleton High School
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Braszosport College
Construction Management
Sam Houston State University
- Texas and Louisiana Fire Alarm License
- Notifier License
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