Keysean Johnson
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter with hands-on experience installing, assembling, repairing, and maintaining piping and fire sprinkler systems. Skilled in reading blueprints and layouts, measuring and cutting pipe, threading, welding, fitting, and using a variety of hand and power tools. Knowledgeable in safety procedures, Job-site practices, and troubleshooting piping and sprinkler systems.
Dependable, hardworking, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a crew.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sprinkler Fitter
Allied fire protection
04.2023 - 08.2026
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, and bend steel, copper, or plastic pipes using specialized power tools.
- Assembled network piping and mounted valves, gauges, and sprinkler heads to ensure precise system functionality.
- Conducted pressure, flow, and functional tests to verify system compliance with local and national fire codes.
- Interpreted architectural and technical design plans to locate system layouts for effective installation.
Pipe Layer/Skilled
Performance Contractors
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Installed, connected, and sealed pipes for water, sewer, and gas utilities, worked with blueprints, operated heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, and dozers, ensured trench safety and proper backfilling.
- Cut, threaded, and welded pipes using precise tools and techniques to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
- Performed essential pipe cutting, threading, and welding to ensure integrity and compliance with project standards.
Pipeline Laborer/Skilled
Turner Industries
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Cleaned work zones, dug trenches and drainage ditches, cleared ground, set up/dismantled temporary structures, and managed debris/hazardous materials to maintain safe and organized site conditions.
- Loading and unloading pipes, tools, and equipment from trucks by hand or with assistance.
- Supported welders, fitters, carpenters, and heavy equipment operators by assisting with tasks to facilitate project progress and efficiency.
Pipefitter Helper
Zachry Construction Corporation
03.2017 - 11.2019
- Transported and organized pipes, fittings, and tools at job sites.
- Held pipes, aligned flanges, tightened connections, and assisted with installation of valves, pumps, and systems to support successful project execution.
- Held pipes securely during installation to ensure proper alignment, aligning flanges, tightening connections, and assisting with installing valves, pumps, and systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Texas A & M University-College Station
College Station, TXSkills
Sprinkler system maintenance
Fire protection systems
NFPA 13 compliance
Inspection coordination
Crew leadership
Pipefitting
Blueprint reading
Field installation
Pressure testing
Material takeoff
Certification
TWIC Card, Present
Timeline
Sprinkler Fitter
Allied fire protection
04.2023 - 08.2026
Pipe Layer/Skilled
Performance Contractors
08.2021 - 04.2023
Pipeline Laborer/Skilled
Turner Industries
11.2019 - 08.2021
Pipefitter Helper
Zachry Construction Corporation
03.2017 - 11.2019
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Texas A & M University-College Station