Larry J. Gomez Sr
Victoria,USA
Summary
Over 25 years of experience in new construction projects, mechanical/welding inspection, quality control/quality assurance functions, turnarounds and vendor surveillance, within the petrochemical, refining, and fabrication industries. Experience with managing large groups of inspectors and NDE technicians, fixed equipment and piping inspection, civil inspection, overseeing all phases of inspection on multi-million-dollar construction projects, successfully working with client’s representatives, and maintaining compliance with code requirements and jurisdictional regulations. Backed by a strong hands-on approach, proven history of attention for details, and delivering a high-quality project on completion. Bi-Lingual, (English / Spanish), with the ability to communicate fluently with a multi-national work force. I have worked throughout the US and abroad with current passport and TWIC. I am interested in long-term, full-time positions with advancement opportunities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Complex Inspector for Zone 2
Current Delek Refinery
Big Spring, Tx
06.2025 - Current
- Managed the Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Code Compliance programs for Zone 2. Working with maintenance and operations personnel daily to maintain inspection intervals while reviewing all inspection data, reports and concerns to establish inspection intervals, corrosion rates and inspection recommendations. Maintain and audit PCMS regarding my assigned areas and generate Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) based on inspection history, service specifics, jurisdictional / industry standards and good engineering practices. Mentoring less experienced inspectors with trouble shooting and inspection strategies.
Complex Inspector
Formosa Plastics Corporation
Point Comfort, Tx
01.2020 - 06.2025
- Currently assigned as Complex Inspector for HDPE-1, HDPE-3 and LPDE, 04/2025 to present. Previously assigned Complexes Olefins 1 & 3, GHU, PPU, FHC, SPVC, HDPE-2, Poly Propylene 2. Managed the Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Code Compliance programs for several units including over 1200 pieces of fixed equipment and over 1500 piping circuits. Working in partnership with maintenance and operations daily, to schedule and review all inspection needs and concerns. Development and management of repair plan(s) and monitoring schedule(s) for unit(s) concern(s). Collaborating with operation’s corrosion engineer(s) and Corrosion Specialist to streamline the TML program for efficiency and cost effectiveness. Maintain and audit the IDMS regarding my assigned areas and generate Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) based on history, service specific, jurisdictional / industry standard and good engineering practices. Generated and approved turnaround scope with unit. Issue recommendation for contract support or third-party inspection coverage. Review all findings, data and inspection reports to establish inspection intervals, corrosion rates and inspection recommendations. Mentoring less experienced unit inspectors with trouble shooting and inspection strategies.
Team Supervisor
Sentinel Turnaround Team
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Serving as the Lead Inspector, coordinator and instructing field inspectors along with NDT technicians on the examination and performance of routine duties. Evaluated inspection reports and NDE results and prepared reports with recommendations regarding potential repairs, fitness for service and anticipated equipment residual life. Followed all phases of repairs to completion. Performed API 510 mandated inspection visual mechanical integrity assessments at facilities throughout the country. Performed API 570 visual inspection of in-service piping systems as part of CUI programs and mechanical integrity assessments at various facilities throughout the country. Upon completion of all maintenance and inspection activities, detailed reports were issued.
TCO, KTL Project
Tengiz, Kazakhstan
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Performed API mandated 510 & 570 visual mechanical integrity assessments. Forecasted recommendations to mitigate future deficiencies and generated detailed repair plans for current deficiencies noted. Followed of all phases of repairs to completion. Evaluated inspection reports and NDE results for new and modified piping systems and fixed equipment. Surveillance of multiple contractors. Upon completion of all activities issued detailed reports.
- Contracted annually between State Side TAs
Interim Unit Inspector
Tesoro
Anacortes, WA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Interim Unit Inspector managed the Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Code Compliance programs for several units including over 700 pieces of fixed equipment and over 1000 piping circuits. Collaborated with maintenance and operations daily, to schedule and review all inspection needs and concerns. Development and management of repair plan(s) and Test Plans (ITPs) based on history, service specific, jurisdictional / industry standard and good engineering practices. Assisted with generating turnaround scope, repair recommendations, and establishing inspection intervals. Reviewed all findings and inspection reports prior to entering IDMS. Managed inspection activities and personal to mitigate delays or ensure successful completion. Mentored less experienced inspectors with evaluations and inspection strategies.
T.W.S.
Livingston, LA
10.2008 - 02.2010
- Lead QA/QC responsibilities included supervision of 4 inspectors, weld mapping, and coordinate NDE, in-process inspections, tracked 40 welders, visual inspections, developed test and hot tap packages within BP Texas City, Valero Texas City, Valero Corpus Christi, Texas, Valero Wilmington, CA, Valero, and Houston, TX.
J.V. PIPING
02.2005 - 10.2008
- Lead QA/QC responsibilities included NDE coordinator, visual inspections, weld mapping, structural inspection, in-process inspections, transmittals, supervision of 3 inspectors, tracked 30 welders, inspect underground piping and tie-in, develop test and hot tap packages within ALKY3, ARU, DDU, HRU, V6 DRUM, UU3, OMCC, COKER, PS3A & B, BUG PLANT, ROCKING R, FLARE 8, and ABF, Lyondell Corpus Christi, Texas, Valero Houston, Texas, BP Texas City, Texas, Valero Three Rivers, Texas.
Bay LTD
01.2004 - 02.2005
- Pipe Fitter responsibilities included lays out, fabricate, assemble, installs & maintain piping systems, supports, fixtures and related equipment. Constructed piping & structural as per industrial standards and pre-established guidelines. Prepared and executed hydrostatic testing as set forth in piping package(s). Worked in partnership with welder(s) to complete quality projects in a timely manner. Assisted with the isolation & opening of equipment & piping circuit(s) for maintenance & inspection activities.
Brown & Root
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Pipe/Structural Fitter & Boiler Maker responsibilities included lays out, fabricate, assemble, installs & maintain piping systems, supports, fixtures and related equipment. Constructed piping & structural as per industrial standards and pre-established guidelines. Prepared and executed hydrostatic testing as set forth in piping package(s). Worked in partnership with welder(s) to complete quality projects in a timely manner. Assisted with the isolation & opening of equipment & piping circuit(s) for maintenance & inspection activities.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Coastal Bend College
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
- Equipment inspection
- Safety awareness
- Ethics and integrity
- Report writing
- Industry standards
- Corrective action planning
- Inspection protocols
- Documentation preparation
- Performance evaluation
- Technical writing
- Field inspections
- Technical data interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Inspection and testing reports
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- OSHA compliance
- Multitasking
- Testing data documentation
- Presentation skills
- Active listening
- Corrective action recommendations
- Good manufacturing practices
- Dimensional measurement
- Specifications conformance
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 50 staff members.
- Improved inspection accuracy by adopting modern standards and technologies.
- Strategized and implemented updates to inspections of CMLs.
- Supervised and mentored more than 5 personnel in last 4 years.
- Transformed organization by rebuilding standards and practices from the ground up.
Certification
- American Petroleum Institute - A.P.I. 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector (Certification # 40948)
- American Petroleum Institute - A.P.I. 570 Piping Inspector (Certification # 38415)
- American Petroleum Institute - A.P.I. 580 Risk-based Inspection Methodology (Certification # 89323)
- American Petroleum Institute - A.P.I. 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector (Certification #104860)
- American Welding Society – Certified Welding Inspector – (C.W.I. Certification # 09070781)
- National Center for Construction Education and Research – (N.C.C.E.R. Pipe Fitter # 5447789)
- National Center for Construction Education and Research – (N.C.C.E.R Rigging Fundamentals)
- Transportation Worker Identification Card (T.W.I.C.)
- Current DISA and ASAP Member
- Current Passport (USA)
Training
- API 653 Code West seminar 80 hours 2021 Houston, TX.
- API 510 Code West seminar 40 hours 2011 Houston, TX.
- API 570 Real Educational seminar 40 hours 2010 Houston, TX.
- C.W.I. Real Educational seminar 80 hours 2009 Houston, TX.
- San Jacinto College, Pipefitting / fabricator training, 2003
- Smith Driver’s Training Certification 2013 Anacortes, WA.
PLANT FAMILIARIZATION
Alkylation (H.F. & Sulf.) units, ARU, DDU, HRU, SRU, DHU, Utilities, Oil Movement, Coker, Crude Unit, F.C.C., RHU, CCR Platformer, and Hydrocracker Units. Piping Systems on and off site.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Interim Complex Inspector for Zone 2
Current Delek Refinery
06.2025 - Current
Complex Inspector
Formosa Plastics Corporation
01.2020 - 06.2025
TCO, KTL Project
01.2015 - 01.2019
Team Supervisor
Sentinel Turnaround Team
01.2011 - 01.2020
Interim Unit Inspector
Tesoro
01.2011 - 01.2013
T.W.S.
10.2008 - 02.2010
J.V. PIPING
02.2005 - 10.2008
Bay LTD
01.2004 - 02.2005
Brown & Root
01.2001 - 01.2003
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Coastal Bend College