NEISIS HERNANDEZ OTANO
Beaumont
Summary
Experienced Industrial Construction Professional with hands‑on field knowledge of multiple piping systems including cryogenic piping, and multi‑craft coordination on LNG megaprojects. Skilled in material handling, workflow sequencing, safety compliance, and supporting daily crew operations. Seeking to leverage field experience, job planning insight, and strong coordination skills in a Planner role to improve schedule accuracy, material readiness, and overall project execution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Planning and Coordination
McDermott
Sabine Pass, Tx
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning piping layouts and coordinating field activities to support project execution. Collaborated with team members to facilitate effective communication and workflow. Supported project teams in achieving timely completion of tasks.
- Created and updated comprehensive piping installation work packages (IWPs) to ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control protocols.
- Created detailed work sequences for field execution by interpreting isometric P&IDs and support drawings.
- Streamlined communication between engineering, materials management, construction scheduling, and quality control to identify and mitigate constraints, ensuring ongoing project readiness.
- Achieved timely verification of material availability, leading to improved project readiness. Identified and resolved shortages, facilitating efficient tracking of request numbers. Delivered comprehensive data support for installation procedures, enhancing overall project outcomes.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to ensure installation paths were feasible and updated project packages accordingly.
- Coordinated RFI assistance and ensured timely updates to IWP records to support project accuracy.
- Ensured accurate and complete work packages to support field supervision and meet construction requirements.
Pipe Fitter Journeyman
McDermott
Sabine Pass, Tx
08.2024 - 01.2025
- NCCER‑certified with strong knowledge of industrial and LNG piping installation requirements.
- Fit‑up, fabricate, and install carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, and cryogenic‑rated piping systems, including large‑bore and small‑bore spools, to precise weld‑ready tolerances.
- Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, GAs, spool sheets, and support details to verify dimensions, routing, match‑marks, and tie‑ins for accurate installation.
- Install pipe supports, guides, shoes, spring hangers, and cryogenic support systems while coordinating with rigging crews for safe lifting, setting, and alignment of heavy spools.
- Prepare piping for welding through proper bevel inspection, cleaning, alignment, and root gap control, coordinating directly with welders to ensure correct sequencing and weld‑ready conditions.
- Ensure all installed piping and supports meet engineered specifications, maintaining constructability, safety, and quality compliance throughout fabrication and installation.
Pipe Fitter Journeyman
Zachry Industrial
Sabine Pass, Tx
07.2020 - 05.2024
- Fit‑up, fabricate, and install carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, cryogenic‑rated piping systems, and underground HDPE firewater piping, including large‑bore and small‑bore spools, to precise weld‑ready or fusion‑ready tolerances.
- Interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, spool sheets, trench layout drawings, and support details to verify dimensions, routing, elevations, match‑marks, tie‑ins, burial depths, and proper transitions between metallic piping and HDPE firewater systems.
- Install pipe supports, guides, shoes, spring hangers, and cryogenic support systems, along with HDPE firewater trench bedding, shading, protective barriers, thrust restraints, transitions, and valve vaults, coordinating with rigging and civil crews for safe lifting, lowering‑in, and alignment of heavy spools or fused HDPE strings.
- Prepare piping for welding or fusion through proper bevel inspection, cleaning, alignment, and root‑gap or fusion‑gap control, coordinating directly with welders and fusion technicians to ensure proper sequencing, joint integrity, and code‑compliant weld‑ or fusion‑ready conditions.
- Perform underground HDPE firewater system installation, including pipe stringing, de‑burring, butt fusion, electrofusion, allowance for thermal expansion/contraction, proper embedment, controlled backfill, hydrant riser installation, and tie‑ins to metallic firewater mains or deluge/skid systems.
- Conduct firewater HDPE pipeline testing and verification, including hydrostatic testing, leak testing, fusion joint inspection, bead evaluation, ovality checks, and documentation of fusion parameters to ensure compliance with project and fire protection standards.
- Ensure all installed piping, supports, and underground HDPE firewater systems meet engineered specifications, maintaining constructability, safety, soil‑load protection, and quality compliance throughout fabrication, fusion, burial, and above‑ground installation.
Insulator Helper
McDermott
Hackberry, LA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Facilitated measurement, cutting, and preparation of insulation materials for piping, vessels, and equipment.
- Managed inventory organization and transportation of essential supplies to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted surface preparation activities, including cleaning, scraping, and adhesive application, to ensure readiness for subsequent tasks.
- Mixed and prepared mastics, sealants, and adhesives.
- Performed thorough cleaning and maintenance of various tools, such as snips, rollers, and banders, to uphold operational standards.
- Worked on cryogenic systems by staging and safeguarding materials against moisture contamination.
- Help with wrapping, labeling, and securing completed insulation areas for QA/QC inspections.
- Participate in job hazard analyses (JHAs) and toolbox meetings to understand daily tasks and risks.
Pipe Fitter Helper
Turner Industries
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Supported installation and repair of piping systems to maintain operational safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with senior pipefitters to analyze blueprints and schematics, facilitating accurate assembly processes.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of work areas to uphold safety standards.
- Adhered to safety regulations by utilizing fall protection and personal protective equipment to mitigate workplace hazards.
- Utilized various measuring instruments to ensure accurate measurements and markings for pipe cutting and threading tasks.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with coworkers to enhance teamwork and drive project success.
- Pursued additional tasks to enhance knowledge and skills in pipefitting.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Universidad De Pinar Del Rio
Pinar Del Rio, Cuba06-2016
Skills
- NCCER pipe fitting certification
- NCCER safety tech certification
- Organizational skills
- Self-motivated multitasker
- Skilled in Microsoft applications
- Strong networking abilities
Certification
NCCER Certificates:
Pipe Fitter
Safety Technician
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Planning and Coordination
McDermott
01.2025 - Current
Pipe Fitter Journeyman
McDermott
08.2024 - 01.2025
Pipe Fitter Journeyman
Zachry Industrial
07.2020 - 05.2024
Insulator Helper
McDermott
01.2020 - 03.2020
Pipe Fitter Helper
Turner Industries
03.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science -
Universidad De Pinar Del Rio