James Carroll
Ridgecrest,CA
Summary
I am a highly motivated person and take initiative to solve problems and improve the facilities and utility systems I support. Always willing to go the extra mile to make sure a job is done right. Volunteer on a regular basis for any training that is available and love the challenge of learning new things. I also take great pride in teaching students in the welding program where I am an instructor. I enjoy passing along the knowledge that I have and enabling them to create a better future for themselves.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Instructor
Cerro Coso Community College
08.2022 - Current
- Used various teaching methods to decrease learning gaps and increase student motivation for long-term educational success.
- Trained 30+ students on various welding tasks and used diverse instructional methods to increase identifying and long-term educational success.
- Performed demos of different welding processes regularly
- Maximized student success by keeping up-to-date on course materials and modern curricula.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment. Ensuring proper PPE was used and safety was top priority.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement.
- Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked students' progress to gauge overall success of learning program.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
Pipefitter
NAVFAC SW
04.2020 - Current
- Completed NAVFAC's Emerging Leaders Program.
- Communicate with building tenants and site managers to address issues with utilities.
- Relay outage information to tenants and site managers if one is needed to repair and restore service
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing, pvc, and transite pipe.
- Fabricate structures to hold control and breaker panels, piping, bases for pumps and motors, etc...
- Performed locates for future digs. Mark all utilities in the area including steam, gas, water, sewer, and condensate.
- Train and evaluate apprentices in pipefitting, welding, excavating, safety, and other aspects of the job
- Use GRX {georeadiness explorer} to locate and plan jobs
- Use Sldcada to enter works hours as well as TWWMS and ESams to stay up to date on all training
- Hold competent person certificate for excavation
- Assist other shops with repairs, removal, and installation of equipment
Maintenance Journeyman-Millwright
Searles Valley Minerals
03.2014 - 04.2020
- Dismantle, inspect, repair, and replace defective plant equipment including pumps (vertical and horizontal), valves, gearboxes, fans, conveyors (screw, belt, and elevator), piping (steam, hydraulic, pneumatic, gas, and other liquids), and compressors
- Measure motor, fan, gearbox, etc shafts with micrometers and calibers to ensure proper bearing fitment
- Also use plastigauge on babbitt bearings and feeler gauges on roller bearings to determine clearance
- Reference blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs for complex repairs
- Conducts preventive and corrective maintenance on bearings, pumps, shafts, fans, and other production equipment
- Documents all maintenance and repairs
- Regularly monitor facilities for toxic gases
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blue prints, logic drawings, and technical manuals
- Operate welding and cutting equipment to complete metal fabrication projects
- Fabricate, weld, and fit pipe as necessary
- Perform general housekeeping and continuous improvement of facilities
- Read, understand, and comply with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs
- Follow all plant environmental permits and OSHA regulations
- Set up and operate drill press, pipe threading machine, grinder, and other various tools to make and repair parts and equipment
- Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with mechanical equipment and apply resolutions in a timely fashion
- Employ a wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, and precision measuring instruments and laser alignment tools(Rotalign) for proper alignment of motors and equipment
- Layout, fit, and fabricate pressure joints for welded, threaded, and soldered pipe
- Senior technician leader
- Plan jobs and assign tasks to team members to ensure safe and timely completion of jobs
- Teach trainees all aspects of the job including welding, fabrication, pipefitting, safety procedures, etc...
- Order parts and equipment to complete jobs
- Lead subcontractor crews on various projects
Production Operator
Searles Valley Minerals
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Measured and adjusted chemical feed rates
- Retained tank levels and flow rates to meet demand
- Performed minor mechanical work and routine equipment maintenance
- Made appropriate repair recommendations for malfunctioning equipment
- Recorded inside and outside process readings on daily log sheets
- Procured materials and supplies to complete daily tasks
- Retrieved and performed required tests for quality and integrity on product samples
- Adjusted pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, control systems, and storage tank levels
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
Marine Technician
BellHart Marine Services LLC.
08.2005 - 09.2013
- Diagnose any and all problems in systems associated with a boat or yacht; including but not limited to electrical systems, 12 volt and 120-volt, propulsion systems, both gas and diesel, fresh water and head systems
- Use a variety of diagnostic tools including compression tests, cylinder leak-down tests, pressure tests, multi meters, and sea trial vessel
- Repair problems with vessel which can include anything from replacing a bow light to a complete engine overhaul, engine rebuild, repair or replace any parts necessary for proper system operation
- Perform complete re-powers. Strip out all old and outdated systems and replace with new, up to date products. This included fabricating mounting brackets and new exhaust systems to accommodate new motors
- Check vessel for proper operation of safety systems including navigation lights, blowers, bilge pumps, horns, etc
- Completed routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns
- Diagnosed computer and electrical failure with appropriate testing equipment
- Install electrical wiring and equipment
Education
Certificate - Water Treatment Plant Operation Vol 1
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CA12.2020
Associate of Science - Welding Technology
Cerro Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA05.2020
Welding Technology - Welding Technology And Processes
Cero Coso Community College
Ridgecrest, CA12.2016
Marine Propulsion - Marine Technology
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC2005
Diploma -
Northern Vance High School
Henderson, NC1995
Skills
- Overhead crane and hoist
- ROTALIGN laser alignment training
- Forklift (rough terrain and warehouse) and manlift certified
- Competent Person Training certification in Trenching, Excavation, and Shoring
- Strong mechanical skills
- GMA, GTA and SMA Welding; Oxy-acetylene equipment
- Pipefitter and welder
- Blueprint interpretation
- Analytical problem-solving
- Organization and time management
- Project management skills
- Strong computer skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Team Oversight
- Materials requisition
- Deadline management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Use precision measuring tools
Accomplishments
The Emerging Leaders Program was a great opportunity I was selected to participate in. I was able to sit in on PW level and FEC (facilities engineering command) level meetings. I also conducted interviews on the PW and FEC level including the Public Works Business Line Director. My mentor was PWO Commander Turner of Naval Air and Weapons Station China Lake. The program included a lot of professional training including classes in DAU (Defense Acquisition University), ESAMS, and other training seminars.
Training
- Customer Focus HB408
- Difficult Interactions HBS412
-Presentation Skills HBS433
-Change Management HBS405
-ESAMS Training for Supervisors
-Communicating for Results
-Taking Charge of Your Learning and Development
Interviews
-Ashley Blakely Public Works Business Line Director
NAVFAC SW
-Alan Lacuesta Facility Support Contracts Director
NAVFAC SW
-Deputy PWO Pat Warden Naval Air and Weapons
Station China Lake
Certification
- Competent Person Training Trenching Shoring and Excavation
- Forklift Operator
- Welding Processes Certification
- GMAW (MIG) Performance Qualification Certification
- Cortech Pump Training Certification
- ROTALIGN Laser Alignment Certification
- Marine Propulsion Certification
- Mercury University certificates earned include; drives, trim systems, transoms, efi 1, and smart craft systems
Timeline
Welding Instructor
Cerro Coso Community College
08.2022 - Current
Pipefitter
NAVFAC SW
04.2020 - Current
Maintenance Journeyman-Millwright
Searles Valley Minerals
03.2014 - 04.2020
Production Operator
Searles Valley Minerals
10.2013 - 03.2014
Marine Technician
BellHart Marine Services LLC.
08.2005 - 09.2013
Certificate - Water Treatment Plant Operation Vol 1
Sacramento State
Associate of Science - Welding Technology
Cerro Coso Community College
Welding Technology - Welding Technology And Processes
Cero Coso Community College
Marine Propulsion - Marine Technology
Cape Fear Community College
Diploma -
Northern Vance High School
- Competent Person Training Trenching Shoring and Excavation
- Forklift Operator
- Welding Processes Certification
- GMAW (MIG) Performance Qualification Certification
- Cortech Pump Training Certification
- ROTALIGN Laser Alignment Certification
- Marine Propulsion Certification
- Mercury University certificates earned include; drives, trim systems, transoms, efi 1, and smart craft systems
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