Juan Gallegos
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Experienced professional seeking a QC position to leverage skills and knowledge gained over the years. Proven leadership abilities from military service and supervisory experience. Transitioning fully into a QC role. Resourceful Field Technician, known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and technical documentation. Excels at using critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills to achieve optimal results in challenging environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QC Inspector
Primoris Services Corp
Tulsa, Oklahoma
10.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with engineering teams to clarify design requirements and address quality concerns.
- Performed thorough quality inspections on piping systems to ensure adherence to specifications.
QC Inspector
Primoris Services Corp
Port Arthur, Texas
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Executed detailed documentation reviews to verify compliance with project standards and regulations.
- Engaged with clients during pretest walkthroughs to ensure expectations were met prior to project handover.
QC Inspector
GIS
Port Lavaca, Tx
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Documented all inspection results and findings in comprehensive reports for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures.
QC field technician
Primoris
George West, TX
07.2024 - 07.2024
- QC field technician where I walked down piping systems, inspected boltup's, supports, also built packages and prepared them for turn-over to the client
QC field technician
Primoris/Air Products
Phoenix, AR
10.2023 - 05.2024
- QC field technician where I dealt with NDE, communicated with engineers for RFI's as well as redlines, walked packages with client for pretest and reinstatement approval
Pipe Fitter/Foreman
Primoris/Air Products
Texas City, Texas
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Promoted from pipe fitter to foreman, demonstrating leadership and technical expertise.
- Collaborated with the QC department to address welding and pipe issues, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Communicated directly with clients to manage and rectify any welding or pipe-related concerns.
Pipe Foreman
Performance
Mont Belvieu, Texas
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Supervised capital maintenance projects, conducting job walk-downs with clients to ensure that requirements were met.
- Ordered and managed materials, including pipe, fittings, angle iron, and I-beams for project needs.
- Coordinated with clients to ensure project tasks met their expectations.
Pipe Foreman
Turner Industries
Pasadena, Texas
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges, and clamps to complete system setup.
- Followed safety work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and other technical drawings to determine the best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, trading, and welding equipment.
Pipe Fitter/ Foreman
Turner Industries
Deer Park, Texas
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed new construction projects, starting from fabrication to the installation phase, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Fabricated and tested piping systems in the shell fab shop, ensuring accurate alignments through precise field measurements.
- Promoted to supervisor, leading a team in the construction and installation of complex piping systems for new construction projects.
Pipefitter
ETS
Van Horn, Texas
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Fabricated piping and structural elements for equipment testing sites based on detailed blueprints and coordination with project leads.
- Performed pressure tests on piping systems to verify integrity and compliance with safety standards.
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
Lake Charles, Louisiana
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Installed and repaired various types of piping systems while ensuring high standards of safety and quality.
- Fabricated custom pipe fittings and components to support unique project requirements.
General Foreman
Starcon
Baytown, Texas
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Coordinated daily activities of construction crews to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion.
- Managed project schedules, monitored progress, and adjusted plans as necessary to meet client needs.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and enforced compliance with safety regulations to minimize workplace hazards.
Foreman
Flour
Mont Belvieu, Texas
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated with subcontractors to align project objectives and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Managed the distribution of materials and resources to optimize project efficiency.
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
Pasadena, Texas
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Trained junior pipefitters on best practices and safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.
- Executed installation of valves, flanges, and fittings in compliance with project specifications.
- Measured, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
Foreman
Bechtel
Sabine Pass, LA , LA
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Inspected work completed by crew members, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Maintained accurate inventory of materials and tools, ordering additional supplies as necessary to avoid project delays.
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
Deer Park, Texas
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
Freeport, Texas
05.2013 - 11.2013
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Maintained tools and equipment in excellent working order to support efficient operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Echols County High School
Statenville, GaSkills
- CWI
- NCCER Pipefitter
- Pipe General Foremen
- Field Technician for QC Department
References
- James Garner, 225-445-6355
- Edna Santamaria, 956-241-0644
- Ismiel Adame, 409-499-4105
- Lupe Garcia, 979-388-3318
Certification
- CWI #24101111
- NCCER #11891667
- TWIC
Timeline
QC Inspector
Primoris Services Corp
10.2025 - Current
QC Inspector
Primoris Services Corp
01.2025 - 10.2025
QC Inspector
GIS
09.2024 - 01.2025
QC field technician
Primoris
07.2024 - 07.2024
QC field technician
Primoris/Air Products
10.2023 - 05.2024
Pipe Fitter/Foreman
Primoris/Air Products
09.2022 - 10.2023
Pipe Foreman
Performance
02.2022 - 08.2022
Pipe Foreman
Turner Industries
10.2021 - 12.2021
Pipe Fitter/ Foreman
Turner Industries
04.2020 - 09.2021
Pipefitter
ETS
05.2019 - 02.2020
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
08.2018 - 04.2019
General Foreman
Starcon
02.2017 - 07.2018
Foreman
Flour
04.2016 - 01.2017
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
03.2015 - 04.2016
Foreman
Bechtel
07.2014 - 02.2015
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
12.2013 - 06.2014
Pipefitter
Turner Industries
05.2013 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Echols County High School