Jackie Garza
Freeport
Summary
Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career with growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel
Port Arthur
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Installed pipes according to blueprints and specifications.
- Assembled pipe systems using various hand and power tools.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards on site.
- Fabricated supports according to blueprints
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area at all times.
Pipefitter
Turn 2
Freeport
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Assembled and installed piping systems for various projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project efficiency.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols during all installation processes.
Boilermaker/Certified Forklift Operator
Grand Isle Shipyard Inc.
Houston
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments accurately using forklifts.
- Conducted daily safety checks on equipment before operation.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work area.
- Assisted in organizing inventory for easy access and retrieval.
Laborer
Diamond Refractory Services
Sweeny
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for refractory installation tasks.
- Assisted in mixing and applying refractory materials on various surfaces.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols during all phases of material handling and installation.
Education
Brazosport High School
Freeport, TXSkills
- Pipe installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Fabrication techniques
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Hand and power tools
- Valve installation
- Leak detection
- Fluent bilingualism
- Language proficiency
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- NCCER PIPEFITTER
Timeline
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel
04.2025 - 01.2026
Pipefitter
Turn 2
02.2025 - 03.2025
Boilermaker/Certified Forklift Operator
Grand Isle Shipyard Inc.
09.2024 - 11.2024
Laborer
Diamond Refractory Services
10.2023 - 08.2024
Brazosport High School