JOSHUA FLORES
Deer Park,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Level 3 Railcar Technician with hands-on experience in railcar inspection, valve application, and scaffold operations. Skilled in safety compliance and equipment inspection within regulated environments. Certified in valve application, air brake testing, and visual inspection, with additional training in radiation safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Repair Technician
PSC Group
Deer Park, Texas
05.2026 - Current
- Executed mechanical repairs on railcars across multiple chemical plants in Houston area to ensure safety and functionality.
- Conducted leak tests and installed valves, enhancing operational integrity and reliability.
- Kept work truck organized and clean to ensure operational readiness for upcoming jobs.
Level 3 Railcar Technician
UTLX
Pasadena, Texas
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Executed railcar inspections as valve specialist, ensured compliance with FRA and company standards.
- Conducted air brake testing, verifying performance and generating comprehensive reports.
- Performed liquid penetrant inspections to identify surface defects effectively.
- Documented inspection results and communicated mechanical issues promptly to facilitate timely resolution.
- Maintained strict adherence to plant safety protocols, fostering a secure work environment for all personnel.
- Analyzed safety data sheets to ensure compliance with safety regulations. to understand material safety information and hazards.
Inspector Trainee
Camin Cargo Control
02.2023 - 02.2026
- Conducted inspections ensuring adherence to safety regulations
- Identified discrepancies, enhancing documentation accuracy
- Monitored cargo handling to uphold quality and efficiency
Scaffold Carpenter
Brock
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Erected and dismantled scaffolding to support safe operations in refinery environments
- Interpreted work permits to ensure compliance and structural safety during projects
- Maintained safety and housekeeping standards to promote a safe work environment
Scaffold Carpenter
Turner
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Constructed scaffolding structures for various construction projects effectively.
- Managed scaffold materials to support construction efforts and supported rigging operations to ensure efficient project execution
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute scaffold setups efficiently.
- Inspected materials for quality and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Ensured safe, clean work areas in plant environments to promote compliance and worker safety
Scaffold Builder Helper
Brock
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Supported scaffold builders in setup and material handling to facilitate efficient installation
- Maintained compliance with safety procedures to ensure a secure work environment during installation operations
- Assisted in assembling and disassembling scaffolding structures on job sites.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Supported lead builders in measuring and cutting materials for scaffolding setups.
Education
AAS - Process Technology
San Jacinto College
Deer Park, TX10-2028
Skills
- Process and industrial safety compliance
- Valve specialization
- Railcar inspections
- Air brake testing
- Documentation control
- SOP adherence
- Procedure compliance
- Equipment inspection
- Defect identification
- Lockout/tagout (LOTO) awareness
- Team collaboration
- Shift work adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Understanding of SDS
- Rigging operations
Certification
- Valve Specialist 2 Certification
- Air Brake Testing Certification
- Visual Testing
- Leak Test Certification
- 40-Hour Radiation Safety
- Crane and Rigging
Timeline
Mobile Repair Technician
PSC Group
05.2026 - Current
Level 3 Railcar Technician
UTLX
06.2025 - 05.2026
Inspector Trainee
Camin Cargo Control
02.2023 - 02.2026
Scaffold Carpenter
Brock
11.2022 - 06.2025
Scaffold Carpenter
Turner
04.2021 - 11.2021
Scaffold Builder Helper
Brock
01.2020 - 04.2021
AAS - Process Technology
San Jacinto College