Luis Ibarra
Houston,TX
Summary
Adept Boilermaker with proven expertise in structural fabrication and a strong foundation in teamwork, honed across roles at Turner Industries LLC and others. Excelling in boiler installation and fostering enhanced team efficiency, I've driven continuous improvement, leveraging skills in problem-solving and gas tungsten arc welding to exceed project expectations.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in maintenance and repair of boilers and related systems. Proven track record of ensuring operational efficiency and safety in high-pressure environments. Demonstrated proficiency in welding and metal fabrication, combined with adaptability in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Professional with strong background in mechanical maintenance and repair. Skilled in welding, fabricating, and troubleshooting, with focus on ensuring safety and efficiency. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering consistent results under changing conditions. Reliable and detail-focused, bringing practical approach to complex projects.
Boilermaking professional prepared to deliver high standards in equipment maintenance and repair. Extensive experience in diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions. Valued for team collaboration and reliability, with focus on achieving optimal operational results. Skilled in welding, pipefitting, and adhering to safety protocols.
Team-oriented individual highly skilled in attaching rigging and aligning water tubes to drums and headers. Desiring a Boilermaker position with a manufacturing company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boilermaker Mechanic
United Group Industries
Lake Forest, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Provided training to junior team members on safe work practices and proper use of equipment, enhancing overall team efficiency.
- Participated actively in safety meetings to maintain awareness of emerging risks or changes in procedures that could affect job performance.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding project timelines, resource needs, and potential challenges.
- Assisted in the design and fabrication of custom parts for specialized applications within the facility.
- Increased operational longevity of boilers through careful selection of replacement parts based on performance reviews.
- Improved equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on boilers and associated machinery.
- Ensured proper functioning of boiler systems by conducting pressure tests and monitoring performance metrics.
- Collaborated with other mechanics and tradespeople to troubleshoot issues and complete projects efficiently.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining an organized inventory of tools, parts, and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in a timely manner, minimizing downtime for critical operations.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Tarsco Bolted Tank
Pineville, MO
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.q
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Maximized boiler lifespan by identifying and addressing potential issues during routine inspections.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of boiler systems and components.
- Improved team productivity with comprehensive training sessions on boiler operations and safety protocols.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Served as a reliable mentor to new hires, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process.
- Reduced project lead times, skillfully managing resources and schedules to meet tight deadlines.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing and updating work practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration, effectively managing communication between different departments and stakeholders.
- Reduced downtime in operations with meticulous maintenance and repair of boilers and steam systems.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Achieved significant improvements in project delivery times, organizing work schedules to adapt to changing priorities.
- Optimized material usage and reduced waste, carefully planning and executing cutting patterns.
- Ensured safety standards were surpassed by conducting detailed inspections and implementing corrective measures.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications.
- Ensured proper functioning of boiler systems by conducting pressure tests and monitoring performance metrics.
- Improved equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on boilers and associated machinery.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding project timelines, resource needs, and potential challenges.
- Provided training to junior team members on safe work practices and proper use of equipment, enhancing overall team efficiency.
- Participated actively in safety meetings to maintain awareness of emerging risks or changes in procedures that could affect job performance.
Boilermaker
MMI
Phoenix, AZ
10.2017 - 02.2020
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Maximized boiler lifespan by identifying and addressing potential issues during routine inspections.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Reduced project lead times, skillfully managing resources and schedules to meet tight deadlines.
- Minimized environmental impact with implementation of sustainable welding and fabrication methods.
- Reduced potential hazards on-site, enforcing strict compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Boosted team morale and efficiency, providing hands-on training and mentorship to junior boilermakers.
- Reduced downtime in operations with meticulous maintenance and repair of boilers and steam systems.
- Enhanced team collaboration, effectively managing communication between different departments and stakeholders.
- Enhanced project coordination, liaising effectively with engineers and project managers to clarify requirements.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, regularly reviewing and updating work practices.
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
Boilermaker
ETS
Pasadena, TX
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Improved team productivity with comprehensive training sessions on boiler operations and safety protocols.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Enhanced team efficiency by leading and coordinating fabrication of boiler parts.
- Minimized environmental impact with implementation of sustainable welding and fabrication methods.
- Improved fabrication efficiency, integrating new technologies and techniques into daily operations.
- Reduced potential hazards on-site, enforcing strict compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Facilitated smoother project handovers, meticulously documenting procedures and guidelines.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
- Contributed to project success, delivering components that met stringent quality standards.
- Ensured operational continuity, quickly responding to and resolving emergency repair situations.
- Elevated quality of workmanship, adhering strictly to blueprints and specifications for each project.
- Ensured safety standards were surpassed by conducting detailed inspections and implementing corrective measures.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Reduced project lead times, skillfully managing resources and schedules to meet tight deadlines.
- Enhanced project coordination, liaising effectively with engineers and project managers to clarify requirements.
Boilermaker
Turner Industries LLC
Houston, TX
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hannah High School
Brownsville Tx05-2007
Skills
- Structural fabrication
- Heavy lifting
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Plasma cutting
- Rigging techniques
- Scaffolding setup
- Boiler installation
- Metal cutting
- Hand and power tools
- Repair work
- Structural fittings
- Blueprint reading
- Rigging
- Tank assembly
- Tube installation
- Problem-solving
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- OSHA standards
- Self motivation
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
Certification
- Fire Watch Certification – Various Authorized Providers.
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate - Various Authorized Providers.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 10-hour (OSHA 10) - OSHA Training Institute.
- Forklift Operator Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Fall Protection Certification – Various Authorized Providers.
- Hot Work Permit Training Certificate – Various Authorized Providers.
- Aerial Lift Operator Certification - International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) or Scaffold & Access Industry Association (SAIA).
- Forklift Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Boilermaker Mechanic
United Group Industries
08.2023 - Current
Boilermaker Mechanic
Tarsco Bolted Tank
04.2021 - 07.2023
Boilermaker
ETS
11.2017 - 02.2019
Boilermaker
MMI
10.2017 - 02.2020
Boilermaker
Turner Industries LLC
03.2015 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Hannah High School