Luis Gregorio Tobon
Pipeline and operations professional with 14+ years of experience in pipeline construction, field operations, warehouse management, and project support. Skilled in crew leadership, material procurement, job-site logistics, weld mapping, hydrostatic testing, and pipeline fusion. Proven ability to coordinate resources, maintain accurate documentation, and support safe, efficient project execution from planning through completion.
Work History
Shop Manager /Construction Foreman
14 Years 5 MonthsShop Manager | 2020–Present
Manage all material procurement for field operations, inventory control, and equipment distribution to support field operations and project schedules. Coordinate material and equipment procurement to ensure timely support of field operations. Oversee asset tracking, and inventory management while maintaining purchasing records, expense reports, and equipment accountability systems. Support facility operations through maintenance coordination, waste management scheduling, and ensuring overall shop and yard readiness.
Foreman / Pipeline Technician | 2012–2020
Led pipeline construction crews and directed daily field operations, ensuring projects were completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. Managed utility locates and 811 requests, performed line locating, and supervised excavation activities to prevent utility damage. Executed pipe fusion on pipelines up to 12 inches in diameter and maintained detailed pipeline mapping, weld tracking, and QA/QC documentation. Conducted hydrostatic testing, leak detection, and pressure monitoring while overseeing coating, sandblasting, and corrosion protection activities. Coordinated personnel, equipment, materials, inspectors, and subcontractors to maintain productivity and project timelines while enforcing safety procedures and leading daily safety meetings.
Welder’s Helper / Hydro Tester
Assisted welders with material preparation and weld identification, performed weld mapping for QA/QC documentation.
Supported hydrostatic testing activities, and maintained accurate testing records to ensure compliance with project specifications.