Nicholas Gonzalez
Baytown,TX
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Field Inspector with over six years of specialized experience in the oil and gas industry, focusing on drilling tool inspections and crew management. Proven ability to lead field crews with precision, ensuring safety and efficiency while adhering to industry procedures. Expert in optimizing labor and logistics to enhance operational efficiency, supported by advanced technical expertise through NDT Level II certifications. Committed to minimizing downtime in oil drilling operations through proficient application of non-destructive testing methods.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Inspector level II
Wellbore Integrity Solutions
Houston, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Utilized various testing equipment and tools to perform quality checks, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and scales
- Conducted thorough inspections of wellbore integrity, identifying potential issues and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
Operation Manager
Baytown Ice
Houston, TX
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Manage labor percentages to ensure maximum flexibility
- Implemented new staff training process, incentive program, and career advancement initiatives to identify, coach, and support high performers and management trainees
- Coordinated logistics activities including transportation planning, warehousing optimization, and order fulfillment
Inspector Level I
Wellbore Integrity Solutions
Houston, TX
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring proper storage of equipment/tools and adherence to safety protocols
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards/regulations pertaining to product quality/testing methodologies
- Assisted in finding defects and discontinuities in materials to ensure safe oil and gas operations.
Valve Technician
QualaWash
La Porte, TX
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Conduct confined space air test to ensure safe entry while working inside rail cars.
- Inspect internal and external body of rail car.
- Remove, install, and test new valves for rail car operations.
Environmental Monitoring Technician
HYDROCHEM INDUSTRIAL
Houston, TX
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Perform LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) in chemical and refinery units.
- Calibration and maintenance daily on LDAR devices to ensure efficient data readings.
- Assist in daily safety meetings and events for lead technicians.
Education
Certification - Process Technology
Lee College
Baytown, TXCertification - Drafting and AutoCADD
Lee College
Baytown, TX05-2016
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Non-destructive testing
- Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Certification
- Visual Testing (VT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Flux Leakage Testing (MFL)
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT)
Timeline
Field Inspector level II
Wellbore Integrity Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Operation Manager
Baytown Ice
02.2022 - 03.2023
Inspector Level I
Wellbore Integrity Solutions
03.2019 - 02.2022
Valve Technician
QualaWash
08.2018 - 03.2019
Environmental Monitoring Technician
HYDROCHEM INDUSTRIAL
01.2018 - 08.2018
Certification - Drafting and AutoCADD
Lee College
Certification - Process Technology
Lee College