Kyle Coy
Summary
Industrial tradesman with 8 years in refinery and heavy industrial settings. Expertise in structural fabrication, welding, rigging, and pipefitting, with a strong focus on adhering to safety protocols and collaborating effectively in high-hazard environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Steamfitter
UA Local 26
Burlington
11.2025 - Current
Welder/Fitter
Matrix Service
Bellingham
08.2018 - Current
- Performed structural and pipe welding/fabrication
- Worked from structural prints and isometric drawings
- Worked on large propane bullets, crude/diesel tanks, pressure vessels, heaters, platforms, radar nozzles, wesps, ladders/staircases/handrails, seismic structure upgrades, coke coolers, slide gates, coker drums, water/steam/air lines, product lines, conductive flange isolation, and valves.
- Worked with different alloys such as Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Inconel, and Hastelloy, and Chrome.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches, carbon arc gouging, and welding equipment.
- Performed hot work safely in live units and under strict procedures
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Installed new plant equipment according to manufacturer's instructions, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members and other groups to complete projects on schedule, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Conducted risk assessments before each job in order to identify potential hazards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety.
Education
GED -
Bellingham Technical College
09-2016
Skills
- Safety
- Welding (TIG,FCAW,SMAW)
- Pipefitting
- Blueprint reading
- Refinery/High-Hazard environments
- Hot work
- Confined space
- LOTO
- Rigging
- Equipment repair
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Steamfitter
UA Local 26
11.2025 - Current
Welder/Fitter
Matrix Service
08.2018 - Current
GED -
Bellingham Technical College