Jeffrey Lee
Bessemer
Summary
Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career in entry-level role with growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Journeyman Pipefitter
Local 91 Plumbers and Steamfitters
Birmingham
2016.11 - Current
- Replace worn parts such as seals or gaskets in pumps or valves.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Assemble and install valves, fittings, flanges and other related components.
- Follow safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as acids or caustics.
- Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes and pipe systems in industrial settings.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in existing pipe systems quickly and efficiently.
- Weld pipe sections or joints together using welding equipment.
- Coordinate with other tradespeople to complete projects within specified deadlines.
- Cut, thread and assemble various types of piping materials such as copper, steel or plastic.
- Conduct pressure tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functioning before use by personnel or customers.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Assist in the design process for new pipe system installations.
- Maintain and troubleshoot a variety of piping systems including steam, air, water, gas, oil and hydraulic lines.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine layout and specifications for piping projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety compliance on job sites.
Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL 1992.09 - 1994.05
Skills
- Strong math and analytical skills
- Multiple welding processes
- Instrumentation tubing
- Hydraulic troubleshooting
Timeline
Journeyman Pipefitter
Local 91 Plumbers and Steamfitters
2016.11 - Current
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Jefferson State Community College
1992.09 - 1994.05