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Jared Loper

Buckatunna,MS

Summary

Over the early years of my career, I had a strong focus on maintenance & structural welding. The past 4 years I have dedicated my tome to mastering my craft as a boilermaker working in refineries. My goal is to use every situation I am in as a learning experience on how to execute every task with utmost precision and to hold safety in the highest regard, and to perform even better the next time the task is given to me. I have an extensive background in mechanical piping. Whether it be cooling water piping or process piping with many hazardous products, I have what it takes to remove, install, or repair the equipment with efficiency, quality, and most importantly safety.

My favorite duty that comes with my job is the repair and maintenance on heat exchangers. There are multiple components involved with heat exchangers. For example, the heat exchanger from front to back consists of a channel cover, channel head, bundle, shell, floating head, and bell head. Each component must be meticulously installed with extreme attention detail to assure proper alignment and that the gasket has a proper seal so that there are no leaks.

I have gained ample experience installing and removing valves as well. The most important thing when it comes to installing a valve is verifying the correct flow of the product and installing the valve accordingly with proper flange alignment. It is also critical that the correct bolts are installed according to the pipe specification, and the correct gasket with proper rating are installed according to flange rating and size.

I have performed work on many types of valves, that come in multiple different sizes as well, from 3/4 inch all the way up to over 30 inches. The types of valves I have experience with are, gate valves, ball valves, check valves, control valves, and butterfly valves.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Boilermaker

REPCON
Plaquemine, LA
01.2026 - Current

Lead Boilermaker

Momentum Turnaround Services
Hammond, LA
06.2025 - 12.2025

Lead Boilermaker

USI Industrial Services Inc
Mount Vernon, IN
04.2025 - 05.2025

Lead Boilermaker

Ohmstede Industrial Services
Port Arthur, TX
01.2025 - 04.2025

Lead Boilermaker

Specialty Welding and Turnarounds LLC
Gonzales, LA
09.2023 - 11.2024

Boilermaker/Structural Welder

TEiC Construction
Rosenberg, TX
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Fabricated and assembled metal structures using by pulling measurements and fabricating them at the fabshop, or making the repairs in the field if possible.
  • Operated welding equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality specifications.
  • Participated in safety meetings, contributing insights that improved workplace safety measures.
  • Performed routine maintenance on air heaters by inspecting cleanliness, replacing seals, and making sure motors and bearings were properly lubricated.
  • Stayed after work and taught myself how to tig weld, and in the process, passed a combination weld test.

Relief Operator

Hood Industries
Waynesboro, MS
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Conducted quality inspections to maintain product standards and compliance requirements.
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

Boilermaker

Specialty Welding and Turnarounds LLC
Gonzales, LA
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Installed and repaired piping systems following blueprints and specifications.
  • Assisted in the maintenance of pipes, valves, and fittings to prevent leaks and failures.
  • Documented work progress and material usage for project tracking purposes.
  • Trained new employees on safety procedures and proper tool usage in the workplace.
  • Performed routine maintenance on heat exchangers, towers, & drums

Journeyman Welder

Airtek Construction
Troy, Al
03.2020 - 04.2021

Oversaw the efficient execution of equipment dismantling operations at paper mills, utilizing advanced tools like oxy/acetylene torches and Metabo grinders. Led the preparation of materials and equipment, coordinating the fitting and welding stages to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wayne Academy
Waynesboro, MS
05-2019

Workforce Welding Training - Welding

Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS
02-2020

Skills

  • Structural fabrication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flange Alignment
  • High Pressure Torquing
  • Tensioning
  • Heat Exchanger disassembly/assembly
  • Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
  • Valve Removal
  • Valve Installation (Gate valves, check valves, control valves, plug valves, PSV valves, butterfly valves)
  • Blind Installation for piping flanges
  • Reading Isometric Drawings
  • Reading P&ID drawings

Timeline

Lead Boilermaker

REPCON
01.2026 - Current

Lead Boilermaker

Momentum Turnaround Services
06.2025 - 12.2025

Lead Boilermaker

USI Industrial Services Inc
04.2025 - 05.2025

Lead Boilermaker

Ohmstede Industrial Services
01.2025 - 04.2025

Lead Boilermaker

Specialty Welding and Turnarounds LLC
09.2023 - 11.2024

Boilermaker/Structural Welder

TEiC Construction
01.2023 - 09.2023

Relief Operator

Hood Industries
12.2021 - 01.2023

Boilermaker

Specialty Welding and Turnarounds LLC
04.2021 - 12.2021

Journeyman Welder

Airtek Construction
03.2020 - 04.2021

Workforce Welding Training - Welding

Jones County Junior College

High School Diploma -

Wayne Academy