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Jesus Pena

Mission

Summary

Dynamic Refractory Supervisor with 10-plus years of experience, excelling in refractory installation and fireproofing management. Proven track record in safety compliance and team leadership, effectively motivating crews to achieve optimal performance. Skilled in welding techniques and project management, ensuring high-quality results in demanding environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Refractory Supervisor

Inserv
Houston
04.2023 - Current
  • Manage fireproofing jobs.
  • Refractory installation of various materials.
  • Developed and implemented refractory maintenance plans to ensure optimal performance of industrial furnaces.
  • Utilized specialized tools such as welding torches, grinders, saws and hammers for installation and maintenance of refractories.
  • Ensured that all work was completed in compliance with applicable codes, regulations and safety standards.
  • Conducted safety checks prior to commencing any job related activities.
  • Installed ceramic fiber insulation materials as needed per project requirements.
  • Applied cement-based products including castables, gunning mixes, mortars and ramming mixes according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Worked with other tradespeople such as pipefitters and welders during installation projects.
  • Assisted with inspections of existing refractory installations in order to determine necessary repairs or replacements.
  • Monitored refractory installations for proper curing times before allowing furnace operations to resume.
  • Laid and set refractory blocks using chemical heat resistant cement.

Forman

ParFab Field Services
Tulsa
04.2020 - 02.2023
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Work with crew of 20 plus employees
  • Follow all directions from General Foreman.
  • Make sure my crew stays focused and works safely.
  • Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.

Forman

Hi-Tech
La Porte
01.2017 - 02.2020
  • Adhered to company policies while leading team members in completing tasks efficiently.
  • Repaired damaged bricks by chipping out old mortar and replacing them.
  • Work on different FCCU units, SRUs, and heaters.
  • Manage welders on anchor installation.
  • Manage fireproofing crew on Pyrocrete 241
  • Mixed mortar by hand, wheelbarrow or mechanical mixer.
  • Measured and cut bricks to specific dimensions using a range of hand tools.

Refractory Specialist

Industrial Specialists
Dickinson
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Nozzlemen
  • refractory welder
  • Bricklayer
  • Sandblaster
  • Fireproofing Installation
  • Utilized specialized tools such as welding torches, grinders, saws and hammers for installation and maintenance of refractories.
  • Installed ceramic fiber insulation materials as needed per project requirements.
  • Forklift Operator
  • Replaced refractory linings after making correct mixtures and removing used linings, maintaining consistent quality levels across all types of production.

Turbine Technician

Impreglon Coatings
Cypress
06.2007 - 01.2015
  • Developed preventative maintenance plans for all turbine components utilizing industry standards and best practices.
  • Conducted daily inspections to identify potential problems related to turbine performance.
  • Fabricated custom parts for turbine systems when needed by machining or welding techniques.
  • Disassembled defective components for further inspection or repair.
  • Repaired damaged airfoils within compressor assemblies utilizing welding techniques such as TIG welding or oxyacetylene cutting torch methods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Electronica Monterrey
Monterrey Mexico
11-1995

Skills

  • Refractory installation
  • Fireproofing management
  • Safety compliance
  • Welding techniques
  • Material handling
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Employee motivation
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Refractory Supervisor

Inserv
04.2023 - Current

Forman

ParFab Field Services
04.2020 - 02.2023

Forman

Hi-Tech
01.2017 - 02.2020

Refractory Specialist

Industrial Specialists
01.2015 - 12.2016

Turbine Technician

Impreglon Coatings
06.2007 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Electronica Monterrey

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