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Nick Essen

Superior

Summary

Senior Craft Inspector with extensive experience in Enbridge expectations, specializing in regulatory compliance and contractor management. Demonstrated ability to maintain safety standards while improving project documentation efficiency. Proficient in technical reporting and problem-solving, ensuring successful project execution aligned with Enbridge specifications. Highly adaptable and collaborative in team environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Craft Inspector

Avery Technical Resources
Sterling
09.2024 - Current
  • Performed right-of-way brushing and clearing for pipeline projects.
    Worked alongside environmental inspectors to maintain compliance with all relevant regulations.
    Managed environmental clearances to support safe and effective project execution.
  • Addressed homeowner concerns regarding easements through direct engagement.
  • Partnered with operations and PLM to undertake multiple maintenance projects, such as rubber roof repairs, coating, painting tasks, NDT testing, integrity digs, etc.

Sr. Craft Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
Cleveland
04.2017 - 09.2024
  • DRA Skids, Containment Ponds, Water Containment Basins, Fencing, L-14 & L-2 Hydrotest, NGR Installation, L-5 Switchgear Replacement, Land Surveying, 4-Way Sweeps, Water Treatment & Dewatering, Epoxy & Tar Wrap Coatings, and Soil Boring.
  • General inspection of site operations.
  • Inspection of civil, electrical, piping, concrete, hydrotest documentation, and coating.
  • Ensuring adherence to Enbridge safety standards and regulations among contractors
  • Accurately recorded project-generated documents including coating, torque, and hydrotest reports.
  • Maintained comprehensive technical records for project compliance.
  • Utilized various PC programs to enhance data management efficiency.
  • Ensured adherence to safety standards in accordance with Enbridge specifications.
  • Collaborated with other departments to troubleshoot problems, develop solutions, and implement corrective action plans.

General Inspector III

Liberty Pipeline Services
Sheridan
04.2013 - 04.2017
  • Worked with contractors and Enbridge LP, MP, and Special Project groups to conduct maintenance projects, as well as new construction.
  • Monitored contractors to ensure adherence to Enbridge safety and project standards.
  • Partner with contractors to perform comprehensive site safety audits aimed at maintaining top-tier safety standards.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Schwartz Construction
New England
03.2010 - 02.2013
  • Utilized heavy equipment for construction of access roads and oil pads for drilling rigs serving Marathon, Oxy, Whiting, and various petroleum companies.
  • Performed general maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Installed box culverts and maintained county roads to enhance infrastructure.
  • Executed the construction of a flood dike wall along the Little Missouri River.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Maple, WI
05.2009

Skills

  • Recording of technical records
  • Experience with variety of PC programs
  • Upholding safety standards to Enbridge specifications
  • Site inspections
  • Contractor management
  • Construction oversight
  • Technical reporting
  • Problem solving
  • Environmental inspections
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project documentation
  • Safety audits
  • Blueprint reading
  • Corrective action planning
  • Quality control
  • Inspection protocols
  • Documentation preparation

Certification

  • Osha 30
  • First Aid CPR
  • Defensive Driving
  • Enbridge 2025 Orientation

Timeline

Sr. Craft Inspector

Avery Technical Resources
09.2024 - Current

Sr. Craft Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
04.2017 - 09.2024

General Inspector III

Liberty Pipeline Services
04.2013 - 04.2017

Heavy Equipment Operator

Schwartz Construction
03.2010 - 02.2013

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Nick Essen