Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jose A Banda

Pharr

Summary

Experienced Pipefitter with a strong background at Performance Contractors. Skilled in interpreting piping diagrams and managing construction projects. Proven track record of improving system efficiency by over 30% through expert maintenance, repair, and innovative installation techniques. Thrives in collaborative environments, consistently demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strong aptitude for teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipefitter Journeyman

Betchel
05.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maximized production quality through precise measurements and cuts for optimal pipe fitting results.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxiliary equipment to complete installations.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Pipefitter

Kiewitt Offshore Services
08.2018 - 06.2023
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Los Fresnos High School
Los Fresnos, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Maintenance and repair
  • Pipe Bending
  • Valve installation
  • Material prepping
  • Construction management
  • Materials Ordering
  • Piping diagram interpretation
  • Pipe welding
  • Construction installations
  • Pipefitting
  • Plumbing
  • Cutting and threading

Certification

Certified basic plus

Languages

Spanish

Timeline

Pipefitter Journeyman

Betchel
05.2024 - 04.2025

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
08.2023 - 05.2024

Pipefitter

Kiewitt Offshore Services
08.2018 - 06.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

Los Fresnos High School
Jose A Banda