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Michael Barber

Harveys Lake,PA

Summary

Experienced and reliable AWS CWI, and NACE Level 1 Inspector. Always working hard to keep jobs running smooth from the kickoff to mechanical completion. Constructing accurate and detailed As-Builds, and weld mapping. Always making sure a quality product is constructed to the applicable IFC drawings, specifications, codes, and procedures. Experience, knowledge, organization, communication, respect, dedication, and hard work make every job a success!

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Welding Inspector

BJ Inspections
10.2023 - Current

Inspection of fabrication and mainline welding for both new construction and upgrades. Construct AS-BUILTS of all fabricated assemblies and mainline piping. Verify that the materials for all piping and fabrications are constructed to all applicable IFC drawings, codes, procedures, and specifications.

Certified Welding Inspector

USA Field Services
02.2023 - 09.2023

Inspection of fabrication and mainline pipe welding. Verify that all materials, consumables, and construction process are in compliance with all codes, specifications, IFC drawings, and procedures. Constructing accurate and detailed As-Builds and weld maps of fabrication and pipelines. Inspection of above ground coatings on fabrication, verifying that materials, application, and conditions are followed to both manufacturer and company specifications. Inspect pipeline cleaning and drying. Verify that all pipelines constructed are cleaned and dried to company specifications.

Certified Welding Inspector

BJ Inspections
07.2022 - 12.2022

Inspection of fabrication, mainline, and live line pipe welding. Verify that they are constructed according to company IFC drawings, codes, and specifications. Construct accurate and detailed As-Builds and weld maps of fabrications and pipelines. Inventory of materials, and verifying they match both the MTR's and IFC drawings. Tally pipe and verify that the heat numbers and lengths are accurately documented. Inspect the bending of pipe, assuring that the bends and seam orientation are acceptable to specifications. Inspection of above ground and below ground coatings, making sure the surface preparation, environmental conditions, and product application are followed to the manufacturer and company specifications. Worked on recoat projects, both evaluating and taking corrective measures for SCC, and the entire recoat process.

Certified Welding Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
09.2018 - 06.2022

Inspection of fabrication and mainline pipe welding, verifying compliance with the codes, specifications IFC drawings, and welding procedures to that particular project. Qualify welders by administering welder qualification tests. Inventory of materials, and verifying they match the MTR's and IFC drawings. Inspect hydrostatic testing of fabrication and mainline piping, both B 31.3 and B 31.8. Constructed accurate and detailed As-Builds and weld maps of fabrications and pipelines. Inspection of above ground coatings on fabrication, making sure the surface preparation, environmental conditions, and product application are followed to the manufacturer and company specifications. Inspected most phases of pipeline construction.

Certified Welding Inspector

Quality Integrated Services Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2018

Inspection of fabrication and mainline pipe welding, verifying compliance with the codes and specifications to that particular project. Qualify welders by administering welder qualification tests. Inventory of materials and consumables, verifying they match the MTR's and IFC drawings. Inspect hydrostatic testing of fabrication and mainline piping. Constructing accurate and detailed As-Builds and weld maps of fabrications and pipelines. Inspection of above ground coatings on fabrication, making sure the surface preparation, environmental conditions, and product application are followed to the specifications. Inspection of most phases of pipeline construction.

Welding Foreman

Linde Corporation
04.2013 - 04.2017

Construct fabrication and mainline piping to the applicable IFC drawings, specifications, codes, welding procedures, and alignment sheets for multiple gas companies. Installation of above ground fabrications. Oversee above ground coating applications. Oversee most phases of pipeline construction.

Laborer/Operator

Charles Corby And Sons Excavation
04.2008 - 12.2012

All phases of site work including but not limited to the following: Construction and installation of various utilities, athletic fields, concrete, pavement, retention walls, and assist with survey/layout.

Owner/Operator

Back Mountain Tree Service
09.1999 - 12.2007

All phases of tree/stump removal. Weld fabrication and repairs.

Skills

  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector
  • NACE Level 1 Coating Inspector
  • API 1169 Pipeline Const Inspector
  • OSHA 10
  • Accurate and detailed As-Builts and weld mapping
  • Organization and communication
  • Extensive knowledge and experience of most phases of pipeline construction
  • Reporting and analysis

Timeline

Certified Welding Inspector

BJ Inspections
10.2023 - Current

Certified Welding Inspector

USA Field Services
02.2023 - 09.2023

Certified Welding Inspector

BJ Inspections
07.2022 - 12.2022

Certified Welding Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
09.2018 - 06.2022

Certified Welding Inspector

Quality Integrated Services Inc.
05.2017 - 09.2018

Welding Foreman

Linde Corporation
04.2013 - 04.2017

Laborer/Operator

Charles Corby And Sons Excavation
04.2008 - 12.2012

Owner/Operator

Back Mountain Tree Service
09.1999 - 12.2007
Michael Barber