Kole Fontenot
Kountze,TX
Summary
Experienced technician with extensive experience in valve systems and equipment. Known for delivering consistent maintenance solutions and contributing to operational efficiency. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving measurable results, adapting seamlessly to dynamic work environments. Well-versed in valve diagnostics, repair techniques, and safety protocols.
Committed and hardworking [Job Title] with strong background monitoring, operating and controlling equipment in [Type] setting. Highly skilled at using trade equipment as well as monitoring operations by reading charts, meters and gauges. Expert at identifying, analyzing, and troubleshooting technical problems to resolve quickly.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Valve Technician
Gulf Pro Services
06.2024 - Current
- Key Responsibilities daily consisted of disassemble different types of valves (e.g., ball valves, gate valves, globe valves, check valves ,control valves and PSV's )
- Ensure all parts and seals are good and replaced if needed, Document any damaged or new parts.
- Conduct tests post rebuild to ensure all valves meet operational and safety requirements.
- All valves and pipe are then washed, prepped, capped, banded, painted, then loaded onto trucks.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by providing valuable input based on hands-on experience with various valve systems and their corresponding challenges.
- Make sure operations and the shop runs smoothly.
Offshore Valve Technician
Louisiana Saftey Systems
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Supported plant expansions or upgrades with expert valve installation and commissioning, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.
- Served as a valuable resource for cross-functional teams, providing technical expertise on valve-related matters during project planning and execution phases.
- Maximized operational efficiency by systematically troubleshooting and resolving issues related to valve leakage or other malfunctions.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to industry guidelines and company protocols during valve installation and repairs.
Lead Shop Technician
Precision Pump And Valve
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed schedules and workload distribution among team members to maximize productivity while avoiding burnout.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring clear communication with clients throughout the repair process.
- Led cross-functional teams on complex projects, coordinating resources effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives.
- Mentored junior technicians, sharing best practices and technical expertise to enhance their professional development.
- Kept shop clean, organized and stocked with supplies.
- Repaired parts, components and assemblies to correct malfunctions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
Port Barre, LA05-2020
Skills
- Standard operating procedures
- Safety inspections
- Plant optimization
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- System monitoring
- Boiler operations
- Valve adjustments
- Chemical analysis expert
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Controls monitoring
- Pressure systems
- Valve rebuilding
- Plant machinery and equipment
Certification
- TWIC card
- OPITO Approved THUET with CA-EBS
- Swing rope/ Personnel Transfer
- Qualified Rigger
- Fire Watch
- H2S/ Respiratory Protection
- Fall Protection User/Rescue
- Sems II Awareness Training
- Rig Pass
- Alliance 12 Basic Plus
Timeline
Valve Technician
Gulf Pro Services
06.2024 - Current
Offshore Valve Technician
Louisiana Saftey Systems
03.2022 - 02.2024
Lead Shop Technician
Precision Pump And Valve
01.2021 - 01.2022
- TWIC card
- OPITO Approved THUET with CA-EBS
- Swing rope/ Personnel Transfer
- Qualified Rigger
- Fire Watch
- H2S/ Respiratory Protection
- Fall Protection User/Rescue
- Sems II Awareness Training
- Rig Pass
- Alliance 12 Basic Plus
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
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