Kyle Giesen
Backus,MN
Summary
A seasoned Site Lead at Acuren Inspection, I excel in radiographic testing and team management, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong client relationships. My proactive approach led to significant improvements in inventory accuracy and project delivery, showcasing my technical consulting prowess and leadership skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Lead
Acuren Inspection
Duluth, MN
04.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory tracking systems to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Analyzed data from operations reports to identify areas of improvement or growth opportunities.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance on a regular basis.
- Created daily reports detailing progress of tasks and activities at the site.
- Collaborated with other departments or divisions on related projects or initiatives as needed.
- Provided leadership in developing team goals and objectives for the site staff.
- Maintained positive relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other external partners.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Coordinated with contractors to ensure quality of work and timely completion of projects.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Prioritized and assigned tasks to successfully direct workforce in constantly changing environment.
- Communicated daily progress and incident reports to clients and corporate offices.
Lead Technician
Protect
Huston, TX
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Adhered to safety standards when dealing with radiation and hazardous materials.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to x-ray technology.
- Maintained accurate records of all images taken.
- Performed imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Identified problems with equipment performance or image quality issues promptly and took corrective action where appropriate.
- Operated and maintained x-ray equipment, including adjusting exposure time and setting up necessary equipment for x-ray examinations.
- Evaluated and reviewed many developed x-rays to determine satisfactory images for diagnostic purposes.
NDE Technician
Acuren Inspection
Duluth, MN
07.2017 - 12.2024
- Managed diverse teams of employees successfully on both small and large projects.
- Maintained and calibrated sensitive non-destructive testing devices according to manufacturer specifications.
- Reviewed testing procedures on regular basis to verify compliance of each step with safety standards and regulations.
- Made radiographic images to detect flaws in objects, supporting repairs without increasing damage.
- Provided necessary guidance, training and supervision to NDT trainees and Level I certified personnel.
- Interpreted project specifications and work instructions to plan adequate support for anticipated questions or concerns.
- Reviewed and analyzed work scope for each job prior to beginning testing to verify familiarity and resultant proper testing.
- Communicated and coordinated with clients and internal project teams throughout implementation, reporting and following up on NDT processes.
NDT Technician
Midwest Industrial X-Ray
Monticello, MN
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Set up, conducted and supervised project requiring recently-attained NDT Level II certification.
- Reviewed and analyzed work scope for each job prior to beginning testing to verify familiarity and resultant proper testing.
- Managed diverse teams of employees successfully on both small and large projects.
- Selected, calibrated and operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products and materials.
- Made radiographic images to detect flaws in objects, supporting repairs without increasing damage.
- Trained personnel to use NDT equipment and devices and wrote documentation to support training.
- Researched and wrote reports of inspection process and analyzed and interpreted reported data in preparation for submission to clients.
- Provided necessary guidance, training and supervision to NDT trainees and Level I certified personnel.
- Performed testing and calibration on project requiring earlier-attained NDT Level I certification.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Norwood Young America, MN05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Nondestructive Testing
Ridgewater College
Hutchinson, MNSkills
- Contractor Auditing
- Radiographic Testing
- Training Management
- Technical Consulting
- Relationship Building
- Onsite Inspection Expertise
- Critical Thinking
- Training & Development
- Good Work Ethic
- Team Management
- Planning & Organizing
- Organizational Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- PPE Use
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Problem Resolution
- Supervision & Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Lead Technician
Protect
12.2024 - 04.2025
Site Lead
Acuren Inspection
04.2024 - Current
NDE Technician
Acuren Inspection
07.2017 - 12.2024
NDT Technician
Midwest Industrial X-Ray
04.2014 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nondestructive Testing
Ridgewater College
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