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Work History
Education
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Kyle DeWeese

Tyler

Summary

Lead inspector and accomplished welder with a focus on quality assurance and compliance. Successfully supervised inspection teams to enhance project standards, utilizing Bluebeam software for efficient documentation and collaboration, which led to significant operational improvements.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Chief - Lead Welding Inspector

TJ Inspection
Richardson
10.2024 - Current
  • Supervised all welding inspectors to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
  • BTG Compressor Station - Atmos Energy
  • Carthage Compressor Station - Atmos Energy
  • Conducted detailed inspections of welds to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Maintained comprehensive inspection documentation to support regulatory compliance and facilitate audits.
  • Updated As-Built documentation to ensure accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
  • Utilized Bluebeam software for markup and collaboration on construction documents.
  • Conducted welding mapping to determine joint locations and specifications.
  • Supported the Chief Inspector in developing operational guidelines and best practices.

Rig Welder

C & S Lease Service
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Williams Midstream Compressor Station - Add on
  • Fabricated metal components for rig structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
  • Maintained welding equipment, ensuring proper function and safety protocols were followed.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to determine project requirements and specifications.
  • Adhered to industry safety regulations while performing welding tasks in various environments.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during welding operations.
  • Performed pre-welding inspections on welding equipment and materials to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
  • Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as grinders, hammers, wrenches while performing tasks related to fabrication or repair works.
  • Interpreted and applied information from work orders, specifications and blueprints for job application.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.

Rig Welder/ Fabricator

Bobbitt Construction
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Pipeline construction
  • Fabricated and welded metal components for various construction projects.
  • Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate assembly of structures.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
  • Interpreted and applied information from work orders, specifications and blueprints for job application.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as grinders, hammers, wrenches while performing tasks related to fabrication or repair works.
  • Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.

Rig Welder

C&S Lease Service
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Williams Midstream Compressor Station
  • Fabricated metal components for rig structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
  • Maintained welding equipment, ensuring proper function and safety protocols were followed.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to determine project requirements and specifications.
  • Adhered to industry safety regulations while performing welding tasks in various environments.
  • Collaborated closely with engineers and supervisors throughout projects to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Performed pre-welding inspections on welding equipment and materials to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
  • Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
  • Utilized a variety of hand tools such as grinders, hammers, wrenches while performing tasks related to fabrication or repair works.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.

Rig Welder

Little B's Construction
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Oneok Kelleyville Station
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards and specifications.
  • Fabricated metal components for rig structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to determine project requirements and specifications.
  • Adhered to industry safety regulations while performing welding tasks in various environments.
  • Collaborated closely with engineers and supervisors throughout projects to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Performed pre-welding inspections on welding equipment and materials to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
  • Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
  • Fabricated, assembled, and welded components for industrial rigs according to blueprints and technical specifications.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.

Rig Welder

Castle
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Trace Midstream Pipeline
  • Inspected welds for quality and adherence to safety standards on worksite.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to guide welding processes effectively.
  • Operated and maintained welding machines and tools in safe conditions.
  • Coordinated with project managers to meet deadlines and project specifications.
  • Fabricated, assembled, and welded components for industrial rigs according to blueprints and technical specifications.
  • Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Reviewed and fabricated isometric drawings

Reviewed and fabricated isometric drawings

Rig Welder

Socagee Services
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Constructed and installed trains 2 and 3 at DTE Pelican Refinery (Amine Plant), enhancing operational capacity and reliability
  • Assisted in successful completion of DTM LA Gathering-Cross Road Site (Amine Plant), contributing to project timelines and overall site functionality
  • Build pipe to the drawing and help pipefitters install and make final weld in the pipe rack
  • Constructed and installed pipe supports to ensure stability and proper alignment in piping systems.
  • Perform pre-welding tasks such as fitting, cutting and assembly
  • Review and fabricate isometric drawings

Rig Welder

C&S Lease Service
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Executed open root welds on new construction lines, ensuring structural integrity
  • Constructed and installed pipe supports, adhering to project specifications and safety standards
  • Built pipe to drawings and assisted pipefitters with installation and final welding in pipe rack
  • Prepared pipes for installation by cleaning and inspecting them
  • Perform pre-welding tasks such as fitting, cutting and assembly
  • Review and fabricate isometric drawings
  • Completed Lonestar Ngl South terminal

Rig Welder

WCS
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Performed open root welds on new construction lines
  • Prepared pipes by cleaning, cutting, and fitting them for installation
  • Constructed and installed pipe supports, ensuring compliance with project specifications
  • Built pipe per drawing and assisted pipefitters with installation and final welding in pipe rack
  • Built and Completed Advantage Midstream chemical plant
  • Executed add-on project at Oneok Maysville Gas Plant, enhancing overall facility capabilities
  • Perform pre-welding tasks such as fitting, cutting and assembly
  • Review and fabricate isometric drawings

Education

Welding Inspection

National Welding Inspection School
Richardson, TX

High School Diploma - General Studies

Big Sandy High School
Big Sandy, TX
05-2009

Skills

  • Welding inspection
  • Weld mapping
  • Bluebeam software
  • As-builts proficiency
  • MIG/GMAW
  • SMAW
  • FCAW
  • GTAW
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Reading blueprints
  • Forklift operation
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Eager to learn
  • Positive attitude

Affiliations

  • BTG Compressor Station for Atmos Energy
  • Carthage Compressor Station for Atmos Energy

Timeline

Assistant Chief - Lead Welding Inspector

TJ Inspection
10.2024 - Current

Rig Welder

C & S Lease Service
08.2024 - 10.2024

Rig Welder/ Fabricator

Bobbitt Construction
05.2024 - 08.2024

Rig Welder

C&S Lease Service
11.2022 - 05.2024

Rig Welder

Little B's Construction
02.2022 - 07.2022

Rig Welder

Castle
11.2021 - 01.2022

Rig Welder

Socagee Services
06.2021 - 11.2021

Rig Welder

C&S Lease Service
10.2019 - 06.2021

Rig Welder

WCS
08.2018 - 09.2019

Welding Inspection

National Welding Inspection School

High School Diploma - General Studies

Big Sandy High School
Kyle DeWeese