Jarrett Celestine
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Dedicated Boilermaker with extensive experience in turnarounds and heavy metal fabrication. Proven track record in installing and repairing boilers and pressure vessels, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong ability to collaborate with teams, streamline operations, and maintain high-quality workmanship to enhance project outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Boilermaker
Bechtel
Houston, TX
10.2025 - 08.2026
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them, enhancing equipment longevity and performance.
- Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
- Inspected welds and joints for quality and compliance with safety standards, contributing to overall safety and reliability of installations.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Fabricated and assembled metal components for various industrial projects, ensuring structural integrity and functionality.
- Operated tools and machinery to cut, shape, and join materials effectively.
- Used oxyacetylene torch to cut through steel plate for fabrication purposes.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, and piping connections during maintenance tasks., piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to execute precise installation tasks.
- Tested equipment for proper operation following repairs or maintenance activities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition through regular inspections.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment consistently.
- Assembled parts into complete units by welding them together.
Boilermaker Mechanic
HKA Enterprise Industrial Solutions LLC
Duncan, SC
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Cut, bolted, fitted, and welded heavy metal plates, boiler tubes, and castings for structural integrity.
- Constructed, assembled, and maintained boiler tanks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Reviewed and interpreted PNIDs and ISOs to align project specifications with engineering standards.
BOILERMAKER NCCER
AUSTIN INDUSTRIAL (CAPITOL PROJECT)
Sulphur, LA
07.2022 - 02.2025
- Experience in rigging or signals crane operator to lift components to specified position.
- Hammers, flame-cuts, files, and grinds irregular edges of sections or structural parts to ensure proper fittings.
- Bolts or arc-welds structures and sections together.
- Aligns water, connects, and expands ends to drums and headers using tube expander for optimal performance.
- Lined firebox with refractory bricks and blocks to enhance insulation and durability.
- Executed flame cutting techniques and utilized torch for precision cutting tasks, enhancing accuracy in assembly.
- Ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.
NCCER BOILERMAKER
Turner Industries Group Llc
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2016 - 01.2025
- Repaired steam boilers, aligned structures, and assembled boiler frame tanks from plate sections to ensure operational efficiency.
- Inspected welding joints to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operated cutting and welding equipment to join metal components accurately.
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures using blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Installed and adjusted plumbing fixtures, levels, and rigged equipment during material unloading to facilitate seamless on-site operations.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Jha Safety Llc
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Constructed, installed, and repaired boilers and vats to ensure operational efficiency.
- Interpreted blueprints to guide construction projects, ensuring specification adherence.
- Utilized hand tools for diverse construction tasks contributing to project completion.
Catalyst Technician
Cat-Spec Ltd
La Porte, TX
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Operated catalyst testing equipment for performance evaluation.
- Monitored reaction processes to ensure optimal conditions.
- Prepared and mixed chemical solutions for experiments.
- Loaded and unloaded materials in a timely manner to support production schedules., maintained and repaired industrial reactors to optimize operation.
Catalyst Concentration Operator
Cat-Spec Ltd
La Porte, TX
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Coordinated catalyst-related projects in industrial settings to ensure alignment with operational goals.
- Operated machinery to support production processes efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
- Assisted in quality checks to maintain product standards.
Education
NCCER - BOILERMAKER
ABC PELICAN SOUTHWEST CHAPTER
06-2020
Safety Card - Occupational Health and Safety
Louisiana Safety Council
01-2018
TWIC CARD -
TWIC
08-2015
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Iowa High School
01-2008
Skills
- Boilermaking expertise
- Boiler installation
- Pressure vessel repair
- Metal fabrication
- Rigging techniques
- Communication skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Turnaround experience
- Permit acquisition
- Safety adherence
- Safety regulations
- Safety checking
- Detail-oriented approach
- Organizational abilities
- Documentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Issue resolution
- Continuous improvement
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Collaborative teamwork
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Safety adherence
- Relationship building
- Strong work ethic
- Professionalism
- Detail orientation
- Performance improvement
- Tool preparation and organization
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- I have 10 years plant experience.
- Very motivated to learn new jobs.
Languages
English
Certification
- NCCER CERTIFIED BOILERMAKER
Languages
3
References
Danny Welch, Regional Manager, Cat Spec, 1044 Mosswood Drive, Sulphur, LA, 70665, 337-583-2338
Timeline
Boilermaker
Bechtel
10.2025 - 08.2026
Boilermaker Mechanic
HKA Enterprise Industrial Solutions LLC
03.2025 - 05.2025
Boilermaker Mechanic
Jha Safety Llc
10.2024 - 10.2024
BOILERMAKER NCCER
AUSTIN INDUSTRIAL (CAPITOL PROJECT)
07.2022 - 02.2025
NCCER BOILERMAKER
Turner Industries Group Llc
07.2016 - 01.2025
Catalyst Technician
Cat-Spec Ltd
05.2013 - 11.2015
Catalyst Concentration Operator
Cat-Spec Ltd
05.2013 - 06.2015
NCCER - BOILERMAKER
ABC PELICAN SOUTHWEST CHAPTER
Safety Card - Occupational Health and Safety
Louisiana Safety Council
TWIC CARD -
TWIC
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Iowa High School