Javier Benavides
San Benito,TX
Summary
Strategic Pipe Foreman with a proven track record at Performance, expertly coordinating site operations and team management to exceed project specifications. Specializes in pipe installation and design, ensuring project excellence by leveraging skills in site coordination and team leadership. Achieved significant downtime reduction through meticulous final inspections and effective communication. Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 8 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Foreman
Performance
08.2023 - Current
- Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Supervised layout, assembly and installation of various sizes and types of drainage pipes.
- Assembled and secured pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to project specifications.
- Reduced downtime for clients by conducting thorough inspections and maintaining clear communication with team members.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities, and overseeing all aspects of pipe installation projects from start to finish.
- Contributed to successful project completion by coordinating tasks among a diverse group of workers with various skill levels.
Pipefitter Foreman
South Texas Specialty Welders
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed budgets efficiently while maintaining top-notch quality in pipefitting installations and repairs.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Coordinated pre-construction meetings facilitating efficient planning discussions between stakeholders involved critical to successful project execution.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Assisted in the design of custom pipe systems tailored to meet unique specifications demanded by clients across diverse industry sectors.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Pipefitter
Belcan
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
Pipefitter
Performance
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Veterans Memorial Early College High School
Brownsville, TX04.2017
Skills
- Pipe Laying Techniques
- Pipe threading
- Pipe installation
- Site coordination
- Team Management
- Job Site Organization
- Piping design
- Final inspections
- Hydro/pneumatic test
- Erecting and bull rigging pipe and supports
Certification
NCCER certified
Timeline
Pipe Foreman
Performance
08.2023 - Current
Pipefitter Foreman
South Texas Specialty Welders
08.2022 - 08.2023
Pipefitter
Belcan
09.2021 - 06.2022
Pipefitter
Performance
01.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Veterans Memorial Early College High School