Kesharer K. Thomas
Houston
Summary
To obtain a position that will provide knowledge, growth, and advancement, along with enhancing and utilizing my skills in the NDT field. I am a Seasoned NDE Technician with [18+] years of non-destructive testing in multiple industries. Certified across the board in 5+ NDT methods. Meticulous, thorough tester and project supervisor that provides clients with exemplary on-time service and results. I am a Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced with non-destructive evaluation techniques that ensure safety and reliability of critical components. Utilizes ultrasonic and radiographic testing to detect flaws and prevent failures. Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior NDE technician
Stronghold Inspection
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Performed various NDE examinations such as MT, PT, UT, RT at various job locations
- Mobilized Rt rigs to and from job locations
- Traveled to various states and refineries to conduct NDE to insure proper structural and mechanical integrity of clients equipment and piping
Senior NDE Technician
Iris Inspections
03.2020 - 03.2023
- FLS (FIRST LINE SUPERVISOR) @ EXXONOBIL
- Supervision & Leadership Conflict Resolution
- Contributed to quality assurance initiatives by providing expert input on NDE-related matters throughout project life cycles.
- Team Building
- Sustained an accident-free work environment by strictly abiding to safety protocols while conducting high-risk inspections.
- Good Work Ethic, friendly and a positive attitude
- Team Management Planning & Organizing
- LV 2 IN MT PT UT RT CR AND DR
- I also have training in GUL, XRT, LIXXI
- Evaluated employees' work levels and reviewed work performance
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products
- Managed employees for maximum productivity, efficiency and job safety
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals
NDE Inspector
Acuren Inspection
03.2012 - 02.2020
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues
Inspection Supervisor/Coordinator for Turnarounds
Acuren Inspections
09.2007 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: Nondestructive testing (NDT), inspection and materials engineering focused on supporting mechanical integrity and inspection programs for clients in the Petrochemical, Refinery, Pipeline, Power Generation industry
- Certifications: Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT) and RT film interpretation, Radiation Safety, RT State Card
- On the Job hours in advanced services: 720 hours in GUL, 1200 hours in XRT
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time
- Identified acceptable components and rejected defective products
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results
- Participated in training to strengthen and develop inspector competencies
- Reported and tracked deviations from quality standards and recommended corrective action to appropriate personnel
- Performed visual and NDT inspections using established tools to identify defects
- Retained strong knowledge and education of building codes and regulations, enabling issues to be immediately identified when on job site
- Reviewed technical documents to verify code and safety compliance in both electronic and paper formats
- Nondestructive testing (NDT), inspection and materials engineering focused on supporting mechanical integrity and inspection programs for clients in the Petrochemical, Refinery, Pipeline, Power Generation industry
Security Guard
Pinnacle Security
01.2010 - 07.2007
- Secure exit/entry point of refinery
- Patrol the premises of the refinery
- Secure employee camp at the refinery
Assistant Store Manager
Radio Shack
01.2004 - 05.2005
- Assist with human resources
- Complete daily bank deposits and other transactions
- Maintain inventory and purchase orders
Merchandiser
Hunter Foods & Spirits
08.2001 - 10.2004
- Received incoming daily shipments
- Stocked warehouse and delivered merchandise to various businesses
Armed Security Guard
GAF Security
12.2001 - 05.2003
- Secured private property and performed routine spot checks of businesses
- Kept a nightly log of all routine spot checks and reported any discrepancies to supervisors
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management & Computer Information Systems
University of the Virgin Islands
St Croix, VI05.2003
High School Diploma -
Seventh Day Adventist School
St Croix, VI06.1998
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Internet Research
- Automobile Sound System Installation
- Electronics repair
- Installing and removing computer software
- Radiographic Testing
- Great customer service
- Problem Resolution
- Maintenance & Repair
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Senior NDE technician
Stronghold Inspection
06.2023 - 01.2025
Senior NDE Technician
Iris Inspections
03.2020 - 03.2023
NDE Inspector
Acuren Inspection
03.2012 - 02.2020
Security Guard
Pinnacle Security
01.2010 - 07.2007
Inspection Supervisor/Coordinator for Turnarounds
Acuren Inspections
09.2007 - 03.2012
Assistant Store Manager
Radio Shack
01.2004 - 05.2005
Armed Security Guard
GAF Security
12.2001 - 05.2003
Merchandiser
Hunter Foods & Spirits
08.2001 - 10.2004
High School Diploma -
Seventh Day Adventist School
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management & Computer Information Systems
University of the Virgin Islands
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