JOSE PARADA
LORANGER
Summary
Ambitious, career-focused job individual, anxious to obtain a position to help company goals. Hardworking and reliable individual with strong background in Insulation. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Through great mentors/leaders, hard work and self initiative I have achieved great knowledge of the insulation craft.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Metal Mechanic
Day And Zimmermann Intl
VC Summers
01.2026 - Current
- Operated and maintained precision metalworking machinery to produce high-quality components.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance on tools, enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all completed jobs, including detailed records of materials used, labor hours, and final specifications.
- Maintained clean work areas by enforcing strict housekeeping policies, promoting a safe and organized workspace for all team members.
Metal Mechanic
Westinghouse
Surry, VA
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated and maintained diverse metal fabrication tools and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to accurately execute fabrication specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Superintendent
Brand Safway Solutions
Carville, LA
01.2022 - 09.2025
- Oversee daily work of insulation team.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials at job sites.
- Planned, managed and coordinated insulation activities to meet completion of projects.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of insulation work.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
Superintendent
Brace Integrated Services
Saint Gabriel, LA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with engineers, coordinators and other professionals to discuss plans and set up job schedules.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Monitored work progress to ensure completion was met safely and with quality standards.
- Maintained safe work record by following safety rules.
General Foreman
Brand Safway Solutions
Plaquemine, LA
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Presented work to foreman's and checked for completion dates were met for customer.
- Reviewed ISOS and plant specs prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
- Communicated regularly with team members about changes in scope or schedule.
- Performed final walkthrough of each job before handing it over to QC.
- Collaborated with QC and TOYO on insulation modifications when necessary.
- Analyzed job areas to mitigate risks.
General Foreman
Turner Insulation
Plaquemine, LA
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
- Planned and managed manpower to support project activities.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Day And Zimmermann Intl
Tonopah, AZ
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Operated various hand tools such as grinders, saws, riveters and drills.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy against measurements taken during fabrication process.
- Laid out patterns on sheets of metal according to work provided by foreman.
- Maintained cleanliness in the shop area by disposing scrap metals properly.
Foreman
IntlZimmermannSafway
Plaquemine, LA
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
Metal Mechanic
Fluor Daniel Services
Glen Rose, TX
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Measured and cut insulation to fit installation specifications and provide adequate covering for surfaces such as pipes and mineral vessels.
- Determined appropriate amounts and types of insulation needed and installation methods required to satisfy project demands.
- Repaired, removed or applied insulation on industrial and mechanical equipment including heat exchangers, tanks and pumps.
- Protected insulated pipes from damage or decay by installing and securing sheet metal.
- Cleaned up worksites upon completion of projects to maintain safe working environment.
Sheet Metal Worker
Excel Scaffolding
Garyville, LA
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Cut sheets of metal into required shapes using hand tools or powered cutting tools.
- Worked with a variety of metals including aluminum, stainless steel and perforated.
- Repaired, modified and maintained equipment such as vessels, tanks and pipes.
Foreman
Cajun
Saint Rose, LA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Metal Fabricator
Excel Scaffolding
Garyville, LA
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Operated fabricating machines to bend and assemble metal components.
- Followed Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations to promote safe work environment.
- Follow safety protocols when operating fabricating machines.
- Repair worn out or damaged insulation as needed plant wide.
Insulator
Iberville Insulation
Norco, LA
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Demonstrated thorough understanding of and skill for insulation preparation and installations.
- Cut openings for CUI while installing insulation.
- Followed instructions provided by supervisors regarding job specifications.
- Assisted in loading and unloading insulation materials from trucks or vans at job site.
- Repaired damaged insulation equipment using proper techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mcdonald County High School
Anderson, MO05.2007
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Performance Improvements
- Reporting
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Coordination
- Process Updates
- Insulation Estimating
- Drawing Up Proposals
- Bilingual
- Timekeeping
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- NCCER
- Fundamentals of crew leadership Training - 2017
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Metal Mechanic
Day And Zimmermann Intl
01.2026 - Current
Metal Mechanic
Westinghouse
10.2025 - 12.2025
Superintendent
Brand Safway Solutions
01.2022 - 09.2025
Superintendent
Brace Integrated Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
General Foreman
Brand Safway Solutions
07.2018 - 12.2018
General Foreman
Turner Insulation
11.2016 - 05.2018
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Day And Zimmermann Intl
07.2016 - 10.2016
Foreman
IntlZimmermannSafway
01.2016 - 06.2016
Metal Mechanic
Fluor Daniel Services
09.2015 - 12.2015
Sheet Metal Worker
Excel Scaffolding
05.2015 - 09.2015
Foreman
Cajun
01.2015 - 05.2015
Metal Fabricator
Excel Scaffolding
11.2013 - 11.2014
Insulator
Iberville Insulation
01.2010 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Mcdonald County High School