Meticulous pipefitter promoting a background in coordinating jobs and setting up work sites. Experienced in safety processes, regulations and pipe selection. Offering a successful career history spanning several years.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
BTJ Pipefitter
U.A. Local 85
Saginaw
09.1996 - Current
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
Identifying signs of potential problems with boilers and pressure vessels, such as tube leakage, scaling, pitting, metals discoloration and refractory.
Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Installed piping systems for plumbing for both domestic and HVAC lines.
Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
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.
Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems by diagnosing issues with components such as valves or pumps.
Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
Connected fire tubes to heads as well as water tubes to drums and headers of boilers.
Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
Identify problems with existing installations by inspecting pipes visually or through use of x-ray machines.