JAMES HELMER

Installed and modified process piping systems across multiple phases of project execution.

facility construction.

Performed piping layout, fit-up, equipment connections, and system modifications.

Coordinated with multiple crafts to ensure quality installations and maintain

production schedules.

Supported commissioning and turnover activities for completed syste

Performed industrial piping installation, lay out, fit-up, alignment, system modifications and flange bolt-up activities on large-scale construction projects.

Assisted with installation of process piping systems, equipment tie-ins, and

mechanical completions.

Supported project turnover activities while maintaining strict safety and quality

standards.

Worked across multiple areas of large industrial facilities to support schedule-

driven construction.

Coordinated with multiple crafts to ensure quality installations and maintain production schedules.

Supported commissioning and turnover activities for completed systems.

Operated dozers, excavators, trackhoes, and mulchers on industrial site preparation

projects.

Performed grading, excavation, clearing, and material handling activities.

Conducted daily inspections and preventive maintenance on heavy equipment.

Maintained safe operating practices while working around active construction

operations.

Managed procurement, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials supporting turnaround and maintenance activities.

Coordinated delivery of tools and materials to supervisors and field crews to maintain production schedules.

Led crews performing steam tube extraction, replacement, fit-up, and installation

activities.

Ensured all work was completed safely, efficiently

and within project scope.

Led exchanger crews performing cleaning inspection, piping replacement, and

valve installation work.

Coordinated daily activities while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Supervised heater damper replacement project involving demolition, installation,

and piping modifications.

Coordinated manpower, scheduling, and daily work execution.

Managed multiple supervisors and piping crews during turnaround activities.

Coordinated work schedules, manpower allocation, and safety compliance.

Oversaw piping installation, maintenance, and outage execution activities.

Coordinated work scope for Valero between Timec personnel and subcontractors during

turnaround operations.

Managed exchangers, drum, and mechanical work activities.

Developed detailed work packages, BOM’s and execution plans for turnaround projects.

Ordered, tracked, and distributed materials using SAP.

Coordinated field execution to ensure schedule compliance.

Coordinated permit activities between operations and contractors during FCCU turnaround work.

Ensured compliance with site safety and permitting requirements.

Managed foreman’s and crews performing tower, drum, exchanger, and piping maintenance activities.

Maintained production schedules while enforcing safety standards.

Planned and coordinated piping / mechanical work for turnarounds and capital projects.

Developed detailed job plans, packages, BOMs, and execution plans.

Coordinated contractor activities during turnaround and integrated work schedules with P6 planners.

 Managed material distribution and field execution throughout project lifecycles.

Progressed through roles including pipe / mechanical Foreman, General Foreman, Mechanical Supervisor, Planner, Superintendent supporting refinery, petrochemical, industrial maintenance and turnarounds.

Boilermaker, Pipefitter, AC-Heating & Construction Business Owner