LATONI WATKINS
Tx city,Tx
Summary
Experienced and skilled professional with a proven track record of installing and maintaining complex piping systems in various industrial settings. Possesses strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Demonstrates a commitment to safety and quality artistry with every project. Detail-oriented individual skilled in utilizing advanced tools and techniques to fabricate, install, and repair pipes, valves, and fittings according to specifications. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly and accurately identify and repair issues. Committed to delivering exceptional work and promoting positive business outcomes. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.
Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career in entry-level role with growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Experienced Pipefitter bringing history of working on both commercial and residential projects. Display strong skills in reading blueprints, understanding job specifications to determine necessary layouts. Known for ensuring proper sizes, angles of pipes, and meeting all safety guidelines. Past roles have consistently showcased ability to perform both welds and pipe system installations with precision, contributing to overall project efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
Zachary Construction
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed complex pipefitting tasks, such as welding, cutting and threading pipes.
- Supervised a team of Pipefitters to ensure safety protocols were adhered to.
- Ensured all piping systems met industry standards and codes for quality assurance.
- Conducted detailed inspections of equipment before and after tests to ensure safety standards were met.
- Reviewed test results to determine if parts passed or failed quality assurance requirements.
- Calibrated hydrostatic pressure gauges and other instruments prior to use.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools for assembly and disassembly of parts during testing process.
- Cleaned and maintained work area following each test cycle to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members in order to troubleshoot complex problems related to hydrostatic testing.
- Coordinated and supervised hydro testing operations for a variety of components such as pipes, tanks, valves and other equipment.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the hydro-testing process.
- Provided technical support to team members regarding the proper operation of hydro-testing equipment.
- Monitored quality control programs to guarantee that all products meet or exceed customer requirements prior to delivery.
- Trained new employees on the proper use of tools and techniques related to hydro testing operations.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Pipefitter Foreman
Bilfinger Industrial Services
Theodore, Alabama
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised a team of Pipefitters to ensure safety protocols were adhered to.
- Ensured all piping systems met industry standards and codes for quality assurance.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and materials used for each project.
- Evaluated blueprints, diagrams, drawings and other specifications to plan layouts for piping systems.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople such as welders, electricians, plumbers when necessary.
- Resolved any customer complaints regarding quality or performance issues related to piping systems installed by the team members under my supervision.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Trained new employees on proper pipefitting techniques in order to ensure safe operations at all times.
Pipefitter
Yates
Brunswick, Georgia
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked with drawings and blueprints to determine pipe specifications and layout
- Rigged and hoisted materials, pipe and equipment
- Leveraged blueprints to lay out pipe systems and supported or related equipment
- Climbed ladders to enter confined spaces while lifting heavy loads
- Inspected, examined and tested installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, and other methods
Pipefitter Journeyman
Timec
Beaumont, Tx
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Rigged and hoisted materials, pipe and equipment
- Climbed ladders to enter confined spaces while lifting heavy loads
- Fabricated pipe supports, hangers and related items according to skhes or blueprints.
- Cut and beveled pipe using cutting torch, saws, threaders, reamers and other tools.
- Removed old pipes from existing installation sites prior to new installation work.
- Aligned pipes during installation ensuring proper fit up between sections of pipe.
- Cleaned debris from worksite after completion of job duties.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Education
South Tx Safety Consultant Llc
Baytown, TX03-2024
High School Diploma -
Assumption high school
Napoleonville, La05.2008
Skills
- Basic Tools
- Safety Techniques
- Burning Torch
- Grinding on pipe
- Beval On pipe fitting
- Hand and Power Tools
- Fall Protection
- Piping Fabrication and Installation
- Safe Work Practices
- Machine Operations
- Daily Reports
- Blueprints Analysis
- Pipe Fabrication
- Heavy Labor
- Material Prepping
- Piping Layout
References
Samuel Parker, Pipe Superintendent, Bilfinger, (985) 249-4370, Sdparker_32@yahoo.com
Demetrius Walker, Pipe Superintendent, Zachary (985) 320-2628, D38walker@yahoo.com
Timeline
Pipefitter Foreman
Zachary Construction
06.2024 - 09.2024
Pipefitter Foreman
Bilfinger Industrial Services
08.2023 - 06.2024
Pipefitter
Yates
02.2023 - 05.2023
Pipefitter Journeyman
Timec
06.2020 - 09.2020
South Tx Safety Consultant Llc
High School Diploma -
Assumption high school