Matthew Tompkins
Sneads Ferry,NC
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
Stingray Welding
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate estimates for labor and material costs, resulting in more competitive bids.
- Reduced project timeline for pipefitting projects by effectively managing team assignments and schedules.
- Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
- Adhered to strict regulatory compliance requirements while working on various job sites throughout the US market area.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Pipefitter
Khi Mechanical
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Maintained multiple food grade plants.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
Pipefitter
Walker Mechanical
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
Pipeline Welder
Marathon Pipe Line
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Demonstrated versatility in pipeline welding techniques, adapting to various joint configurations as required by project specifications.
- Mitigated potential hazards by upholding strict adherence to personal protective equipment usage guidelines at all times during welding activities.
- Collaborated with team members, ensuring seamless communication and shared knowledge for improved work results.
- Reduced material wastage by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting pipes before welding.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy in alignment, leveling, and positioning of pipes for optimal weld connections.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Education
GED -
South Stafford High
Stafford, VAJourneyman - Pipefitting
Ua 502 Pipe Fitter Apprentice
LouisvilleSkills
- Flange Installation
- Pipe threading
- Pipe welding
- Hydraulic systems
- Steam Systems
- Pipe Hangers
- Oxy-Acetylene Cutting
- Hand and power tools
- Worksite safety
- Osha 30
- HVAC Systems
- Pipefitting
- Pressure testing
- Safety Procedures
Timeline
Pipefitter Foreman
Stingray Welding
09.2022 - 09.2023
Pipefitter
Khi Mechanical
10.2021 - 09.2023
Pipefitter
Walker Mechanical
05.2020 - 06.2021
Pipeline Welder
Marathon Pipe Line
03.2019 - 05.2020
GED -
South Stafford High
Journeyman - Pipefitting
Ua 502 Pipe Fitter Apprentice