Lorenzo Wilson
Port Arthur,TX
Summary
Skilled boilermaker with experience in structural fabrication, blueprint reading, and refinery maintenance. Known for safe tool use, mechanical troubleshooting, and precise fit-up on boilers, tanks, and heavy steel components.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker
Echo Maintenance
Port Arthur, Texas
08.2019 - Current
- Fabricated steel components for industrial construction projects
- Installed structural supports and heavy metal fittings
- Read blueprints and layout drawings for precise placement
- Operated cutting, welding, and rigging tools safely
- Maintained equipment and work areas for safe operation
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Used oxyacetylene torch to cut through steel plate for fabrication purposes.
- Repaired worn or damaged boiler and tank components by cutting out defective sections and replacing with new plates, ensuring operational integrity.
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Used hoist to load structural parts of boilers, pressure vessels, and tanks on pallets.
- Changed valves, psv's, level gauges, and other equipment all throughout Valero Port Arthur refinery
- Trouble and repaired or replaced burners in different units of the Valero Port Arthur refinery.
- Blinded pumps and other piping to facilitate maintenance and removal.
- Replaced components on Kelley Head, including air motor, wash pipe, and gear box, to maintain equipment functionality.
- Cleaned or replaced burner and pilot components across multiple units, enhancing equipment reliability.
- Cleaned or replaced filter elements such as 5260, 4035 @ unit 843; G582, G540 @ unit 844; M3000 @ unit 246; Prefilters @ unit 943; and different pump strainers throughout the facility
- Wore fresh air masks, bunker gear, and chemical suits for safety compliance while performing tasks.
- Worked closely with Valero machinist, electricians, pipefitters to safely complete task.
Boilermaker
Richard Construction Inc.
Port Arthur, Texas
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Fabricated steel components for industrial construction projects
- Installed structural supports and heavy metal fittings
- Read blueprints and layout drawings for precise placement
- Operated cutting, welding, and rigging tools safely
- Maintained equipment and work areas for safe operation
- Coordinated with crews on Richard Construction sites to ensure timely project execution.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Used oxyacetylene torch to cut through steel plate for fabrication purposes.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Used hoist to load structural parts of boilers, pressure vessels, and tanks on pallets.
- Replaced components including gaskets and valves.
- Oversaw logistics for relocating tools and supplies for projects. of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Tested equipment for proper operation following repairs or maintenance activities.
- Installed insulation on pipes, tanks, and other mechanical systems.
- Recognized problems and reported them to foreman for resolution. and brought to attention of foreman.
- Requisitioned tools and equipment and selected type and size of pipes for transport to worksite.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Worked with team to lift heavy sections into place using rigging and signals.
- Installed manholes, handholes, taps, tubes, valves, gauges and feedwater connections in drums of water tube boilers.
- Opened, cleaned and repaired pressure vessels.
Boilermaker Helper
Richard Construction Inc.
Port Arthur, Texas
11.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted boilermakers with fitting, aligning, and securing heavy steel components at Richard Construction sites.
- Supported welding preparation by grinding surfaces and removing rust, scale, and debris.
- Handled rigging gear, slings, and hand tools during boiler movement and placement.
- Inspected materials and equipment for damage before use on Richard Construction projects.
- Cleaned work areas, tools, and materials to support safe Richard Construction operations.
- Followed safety procedures, PPE requirements, and jobsite directions from lead boilermakers.
HR Recruitment Associate
Signal International Inc.
Orange, Texas
01.2005 - 04.2014
- Screened resumes for Signal International Inc. recruitment openings
- Scheduled interviews with hiring managers and candidates
- Posted job openings on applicant tracking systems
- Communicated hiring updates to applicants and supervisors
- Maintained candidate records in recruiting databases
- Coordinated onboarding paperwork for new hires
- Ensured efficient document filing for easy retrieval, delivered mail and performed bookkeeping to facilitate office operations of HR department.
- Prepared recruitment reports and interview documentation
Structural Fitter
Signal International Inc.
Orange, Texas
06.2001 - 12.2005
- Read blueprints and layout drawings to assemble structural frames and blocks accurately.
- Positioned plates, beams, and braces with clamps, jigs, and levels for precise alignment.
- Fitted steel parts for offshore vessel hull sections to support shipyard fabrication.
- Measured and marked material for cutting, beveling, and fit-up work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Port Arthur, TX05-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Instrumentation
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Structural fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Blueprint interpretation
- Oxyacetylene cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding
- Metal cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Grinding techniques
- Cutting and threading
- Demolition and dismantling
- Component installation
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Leak detection
- Repair services
- Industrial maintenance
- System assembly
- Attention to detail
- Team coordination
- Safety awareness
- Safety regulations
- Heavy equipment safety
- Tool inspection
- Problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Precision measurement
- Mentoring apprentices
- Clear communication
- Effective communication
- Precision measurement
- Safety regulations
- Effective communication`
Timeline
Boilermaker
Echo Maintenance
08.2019 - Current
Boilermaker
Richard Construction Inc.
03.2017 - 06.2019
Boilermaker Helper
Richard Construction Inc.
11.2014 - 01.2015
HR Recruitment Associate
Signal International Inc.
01.2005 - 04.2014
Structural Fitter
Signal International Inc.
06.2001 - 12.2005
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Instrumentation
Lamar University