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Nathan Barrera

pipefitter forman
Rio Grande,TX

Summary

Accomplished Pipefitter Foreman with Starcon International, adept at blueprint interpretation and leading teams of up to 15 employees. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills, ensuring project success in challenging environments. Expert in industrial piping and safety procedures, consistently delivering quality results and fostering team growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipefitter Foreman

Starcon International
09.2019 - 05.2025
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
  • Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
  • Coordinated pre-construction meetings facilitating efficient planning discussions between stakeholders involved critical to successful project execution.
  • Successfully navigated challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and remote locations to complete pipefitting projects.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • 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.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 15 employees.

Pipefitter

Starcon International
09.2014 - 08.2019
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Ensured safe work environments by strictly adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
  • Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Performed essential maintenance tasks on pipe systems to extend their life span and reduce the risk of failure.

Pipefitter

Wyatt Field Service
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.

Welder's Helper

Willbros Construction Service
10.2010 - 03.2012
  • Contributed to a smooth workflow by promptly delivering materials and tools to welders on the job site.
  • Improved welding quality by assisting welders in preparing materials and maintaining a clean work area.

Skills

  • Flange installation
  • Pipe threading
  • Pipe welding
  • Pipe insulation
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Pipe supports
  • Industrial piping
  • Pipe hangers
  • Valve installation
  • Pipe cutting
  • Pipe fabrication
  • Oxy-acetylene cutting
  • Hand and power tools
  • Worksite safety
  • Installation and maintenance
  • Pipefitting
  • Pressure testing
  • Safety procedures
  • Material prepping
  • Piping specifications
  • Blueprint analysis
  • Commercial pipefitting
  • Blueprints and specifications
  • Piping installations
  • Cutting and threading
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Piping layout
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership skills
  • Multitasking
  • Dependable and consistent
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Team collaboration
  • Decision-making
  • Employee motivation

Certification

nccer certified industrial pipefitter

nccer plus #10655046

the united states department of labor office of apprenticeship certificate of completion of apprenticeship for pipefitter


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Pipefitter Foreman

Starcon International
09.2019 - 05.2025

Pipefitter

Starcon International
09.2014 - 08.2019

Pipefitter

Wyatt Field Service
08.2012 - 08.2014

Welder's Helper

Willbros Construction Service
10.2010 - 03.2012

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