Everardo Melecio
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Boilermaker Helper with 2 years of experience in the refinery industry, specializing in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of complex tower systems. Proven ability to assist skilled boilermakers in executing precise fabrication and repair tasks while adhering to stringent safety and quality standards. Strong understanding of blueprint interpretation and metalworking techniques, complemented by proficiency in using a variety of hand and power tools. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment and ensuring operational efficiency. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic, with a focus on continuous learning and professional development within the boilermaking field. Seeking to contribute my expertise and dedication to safety and quality in a challenging boilermaker helper role within a dynamic refinery setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker Helper
Koch Specialty Plant Services
Texas City, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, shears and presses safely and efficiently.
- Cleaned pressure vessel equipment by using scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning solvents.
- Installed manholes, handholes, taps, tubes, valves, gauges and feedwater connections in drums of water tube boilers.
- Used hoist to load structural parts of boilers, pressure vessels, and tanks on pallets.
- Inspected and assembled tubes, fittings, valves, controls and auxiliary mechanisms to locate defects.
- Lifted and positioned large steel plates into place for boiler installation or repair activities using overhead cranes.
- Shaped seams, joints, and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts to attain specified fit of parts.
Boilermaker Helper
TASC
Houston, TX
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Aided in the cutting, shaping, and assembly of metal components for refinery towers, ensuring adherence to specifications and safety standards.
- Supported the maintenance and repair of existing tower structures, including inspecting welds and joints for integrity and safety compliance.
- Operated and maintained a variety of hand and power tools, ensuring they were in good working condition, and used safely.
- Assisted in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to accurately install and assemble tower components, as directed by lead boilermakers.
- Followed all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and adherence to industry regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Helped prepare job sites by clearing debris, setting up scaffolding, and ensuring all necessary materials were readily available for the team.
- Worked closely with boilermakers, and other tradespeople, to complete projects efficiently and effectively, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Participated in quality assurance checks to ensure all work performed met industry standards and project specifications.
Boilermaker Helper
S&B Industries
Pasadena, TX
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted with repairs on boilers and tanks in the field by unbolting or flame-cutting defective sections.
- Monitored repairs for equipment and assisted in replacing parts as required.
- Completed fabrication or re-tubing of the fin fan air cooler, which included a complete inspection of the tube bundle, replacement of tubes, and fin supports.
- Made sure all the tools were in order, and counted appropriately for the job that was given at the beginning of the shift.
- Assisted in tightening bolts, removing, and replacing bolts.
- Assisted in replacing some high-pressure steam lines and reattaching them to the roof of the penthouse.
- Installed manholes, hand holes, valves, gauges, and feed water connections in drums of water tube boilers, using hand tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waltrip High School
Houston, TX04-2023
Skills
- Cutting and threading
- Structural fittings
- System assembly
- Material prepping
- Strong understanding of safety practices in industrial settings
- Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
- Basic knowledge of welding and metal fabrication techniques
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Physically fit, and able to perform demanding tasks in various weather conditions
Timeline
Boilermaker Helper
Koch Specialty Plant Services
10.2024 - Current
Boilermaker Helper
TASC
02.2024 - 11.2024
Boilermaker Helper
S&B Industries
04.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Waltrip High School