Matthew Hill
Houston,TX
Summary
Veteran. U.S. Navy 2009-2016. Highly skilled and safety-focused Industrial Pipefitter and Boilermaker with over ten years of hands-on experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of high-pressure piping systems, boilers, tanks, and heat exchangers across industrial, refinery, and power plant settings. Proven expertise in interpreting blueprints, isometric drawings to deliver high-quality fabrication and installations under tight deadlines. Adept in using a wide range of tools and testing equipment, with a solid understanding of ASME codes and OSHA safety standards. Strong team player with a track record of reliability, efficiency, and commitment to workplace safety and quality craftsmanship.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Boilermaker
Electus Industrial
Enid, OK
05.2025 - Current
- Repaired broken or worn out parts such as valves, pumps, gauges, control panels.
- Replaced gaskets and seals on pressure vessels as needed.
- Installed structural steel components to support new boiler systems.
- Performed maintenance, repairs, and installation of boilers, tanks, and vats.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine the correct materials needed for each job.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress updates.
- Analyzed specifications, diagrams and blueprints for each job.
- Worked with team to lift heavy sections into place using rigging and signals.
Journeyman Pipefitter
McDermott Will & Emery
Sabine Pass, Texas
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Inspected new installations for accuracy prior to start-up operations.
- Installed, aligned, and balanced new machines and components.
- Inspected completed projects to ensure compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Assembled shafts, bearings, gears, motors, pumps, valves, conveyors and other related equipment.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment following layout plans.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
Corpus , Texas
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Opened, cleaned and repaired pressure vessels.
- Assembled and installed valves, pipe fittings and pipes composed of metals such as steel, copper and brass.
- Performed preventative maintenance on boilers, pumps, valves, turbines and other related systems.
- Inspected valves, pumps, filters, heat exchangers and other auxiliary equipment for signs of wear or damage.
- Checked all connections for leaks prior to starting up the system after repairs were completed.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
Whiting, Indiana
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Performed maintenance, repairs, and installation of boilers, tanks, and vats.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine the correct materials needed for each job.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress updates.
- Assembled large-scale industrial piping systems for water distribution networks.
- Cleaned boilers using various tools including brushes, scrapers, wire wheels.
Journeyman Pipefitter
TCOS
West Lake, LA
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Journeyman Pipefitter
TC boiler
Texas City, Texas
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Opened, cleaned and repaired pressure vessels.
- Inspected and assembled tubes, fittings, valves, controls and auxiliary mechanisms to locate defects.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Assembled and checked each boiler for defects.
- Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
Journeyman Pipefitter
3s-Team
Barnsdale , Oklah
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Performed basic maintenance on equipment used during demolition activities.
- Separated recyclable material such as metal beams and piping for salvage or reuse.
- Secured necessary permits for demolitions prior to commencement of work.
- Prepared demolition sites by clearing away obstructions and barricading areas.
- Demolished walls, floors, and other components of buildings using hand tools and power tools.
- Assisted in the removal of hazardous materials from demolition sites.
Journeyman Pipefitter
TCOS
Pasadena, Texas
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Diagnosed problems with boilers and related equipment using technical manuals.
- Conducted tests on welds to ensure strength requirements were met.
- Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
- Cleaned pressure vessel equipment by using scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning solvents.
Journeyman Boilermaker
Electus Industrial
Longview, Texas
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new equipment and systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
- Assisted in installation of new production lines according to blueprints and diagrams.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bay Ltd.
Pasadena, Texas
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Install mechanical components such as tanks, pipes, valves and pumps.
- Assemble fabricated parts into larger subassemblies or complete units using various fastening methods such as riveting or bolting.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
Wynnewood, Oklah
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Inspected and repaired mechanical systems, components, and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance on production machines as scheduled.
- Completed maintenance and repair work on components and equipment.
- Trained and guided employees on correct methods for performing different repairs and maintenance services.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
Corpus , Texas
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Removed and replaced heat exchanger components for complete overhaul,
Education
Naval Electric Motor Rewind School
Norfolk, VA01-2010
High School Diploma -
Texas City High School
Texas City05-2009
Skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Boiler maintenance
- Pipe installation
- Pressure vessel repair
- Mechanical assembly
- Compliance inspection
- Safety management
- Blueprint reading
- Cutting and threading
- System Tests
- Fabrication techniques
Certification
- NCCER Industrial pipefitter
Timeline
Journeyman Boilermaker
Electus Industrial
05.2025 - Current
Journeyman Pipefitter
McDermott Will & Emery
03.2025 - 04.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
01.2025 - 02.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
08.2024 - 11.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
TCOS
07.2024 - 08.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
TC boiler
07.2024 - 07.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
3s-Team
07.2024 - 07.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
TCOS
05.2024 - 06.2024
Journeyman Boilermaker
Electus Industrial
04.2024 - 05.2024
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bay Ltd.
04.2024 - 04.2024
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
02.2024 - 03.2024
Boilermaker Journeyman
Universal Plant Services
01.2024 - 02.2024
Naval Electric Motor Rewind School
High School Diploma -
Texas City High School