Michael Ford
Baytown
Summary
Detail-oriented Valve Technician skilled in valve inspection, repair, and blueprint interpretation. Committed to ensuring functional compliance and safety in all projects.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Valve Technician
Puffer Emerson
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Inspected and tested valves for proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated in assembly and disassembly of various valve types to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured operational readiness and safety by maintaining tools and equipment.
- Repaired defective valves by replacing seals, gaskets, springs, and other components to restore functionality.
- Inspected parts for defects or wear before installation into a system; replaced any defective parts immediately.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals related to valve systems.
Boilermaker
Turner Industries
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for project execution.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing with new plates or sections to restore functionality.
- Cut materials to specified dimensions using torches and hand tools, ensuring precision for project specifications.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components to maintain system integrity and performance.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on material using a ruler or scribe.
plant maintenance boiler maker
Turner Industries
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency.
- Contributed innovative ideas to improve team performance and outcomes.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Interpreted engineering drawings to determine project requirements effectively.
- Adhered to safety procedures and protocols to prevent equipment mishaps.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
maintenance boiler maker foreman
Brown and Root
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Supervised team operations on construction sites ensuring safety compliance.
- Coordinated materials and equipment logistics for various projects.
- Trained new crew members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Inspected work quality to maintain high construction standards.
Boilermaker Foreman
Excel Incorporated
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Coordinated daily work schedules for boilermaker crew members.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and best practices on site.
- Trained and mentored junior boilermakers in core skills and techniques.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
plant maintenance
STARCON
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Performed daily maintenance activities on pumps, motors, valves, piping systems and other components of the plant equipment.
- Developed plans for repairs or replacements
Boilermaker/Pipefitter
Austin Industries
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Fabricated and assembled metal components for various construction projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to determine layout and assembly procedures.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Cut materials to size with torches and hand tools.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
plant maintenace
Shaw Group
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Operated hand tools and machinery for repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials during maintenance tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Deer Park Highschool
Deer Park TX05-1998
Skills
- Valve inspection
- Valve repair
- Valve installation
- Valve assembly
- Component repair
- Pipefitting
- System troubleshooting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical documentation
- Problem resolution
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Certification
- TWIC
- NCCER BOILERMAKER
- BASIC PLUS
- VALVE REPAIR TRAINING
- JLG CERTIFIED
- FORKLIFT CERTIFIED
Timeline
Valve Technician
Puffer Emerson
01.2026 - 05.2026
Boilermaker
Turner Industries
08.2025 - 01.2026
plant maintenance boiler maker
Turner Industries
01.2024 - 08.2025
maintenance boiler maker foreman
Brown and Root
12.2021 - 01.2024
Boilermaker Foreman
Excel Incorporated
08.2020 - 12.2021
plant maintenance
STARCON
01.2018 - 08.2020
Boilermaker/Pipefitter
Austin Industries
01.2015 - 01.2018
plant maintenace
Shaw Group
02.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Deer Park Highschool