LEEROY RIOS
Rio Grande City,TX
Summary
Friendly and enthusiastic bilingual foreman with 10 years of specialization in pipeline work. Able to learn new tasks quickly and proficient in growing key customer relationships. Represent establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
Experienced with performing detailed inspections to ensure coating integrity and compliance. Utilizes advanced testing techniques to assess and document surface conditions. Track record of maintaining high standards in quality control and team collaboration.
Professional utility inspection specialist with strong proficiency in identifying and diagnosing infrastructure issues. Known for effective problem-solving, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining safety standards. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and adaptability, driving projects to successful completion. Skilled in using inspection tools and interpreting technical data, with focus on reliability and quality outcomes.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipeline Inspector
TJ Inspection
Plano, TX
2025 - 2025
- Conducted thorough inspections of pipelines to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions for pipeline integrity.
- Utilized advanced inspection tools and technologies to assess pipeline conditions accurately and efficiently.
- Developed detailed inspection reports, documenting findings and ensuring timely communication with stakeholders.
- Reduced accident rates within inspection teams by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing regular safety training sessions.
- Documented recurrent issues and worked with contractors to prevent re-occurrence
- Ensure coating applications meet project specifications by inspecting surfaces, monitoring the coating process, and performing tests
Heavy Equipment Operator
Overland Contracting
Parkway, Garner
01.2021 - 2024
- Operated bulldozers, excavators, and backhoes to complete site preparation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate equipment usage, minimizing downtime during project execution.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling protocols and safety measures, enhancing crew competency and workflow efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for site safety, reducing incidents through proactive risk assessments and hazard identification.
- Improved operational processes by providing feedback on equipment performance, contributing to enhanced efficiency standards.
Foreman
Rex Cook Construction
Odessa, TX
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers.
- Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.
- Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met.
- Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities.
- Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs.
- Assign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs.
- Analyze worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.
- Suggest or initiate personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, or hires.
Education
High School Diploma -
American Pinecrest
Florida City, FLSkills
- Production and Processing
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Equipment Selection
- Coordination
- Building and Construction
- Mechanical
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Operation and Control
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Overland Contracting
01.2021 - 2024
Foreman
Rex Cook Construction
01.2016 - 05.2018
Pipeline Inspector
TJ Inspection
2025 - 2025
High School Diploma -
American Pinecrest