Oscar Davila
Midland,TX
Summary
My goal is to become the best pipefitting journeymen with professionalism as well as hands on and book knowledge that some day earns a leadership role. Willing to relocate to: Houston, TX - Pasadena, TX - Fort Worth, TX Authorized to work in the US for any employer Brings background fitting and aligning parts to be welded, assembled, or used in finishconstructions. Proficient in fabricating and finishing diverse parts.. Experienced Pipefitter offering well-developed skills in managing teams and running and cutting copper. Pursuing a position in a busy organization where a qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing pipe systems is highly sought.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Fitter/Welder
Powell Industries-Channelview, TX
Channelview, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Fabricated steel frame out of iron I-beams, C-channels, flat bar, and angle iron, orientation, measurement, and dim.
- Cut according to iso not before field verification
- TAC and weld out all stick rod 7018.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
Welder/Mechanic
onyx /techint-Bay City, TX
Bay City, TX
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Performed maintenance and fabrication tasks including replacing motors, stands, rollers, and huge pull chains with crane support
- Also worked on demoing stands and supports and fabricating new ones from ground up
- Welded in various positions, worked at heights, and in tight underground spaces.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Pipefitter/Structural Welder
TDIndustries-Arlington, TX
Arlington, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Received isos/prints, verified spools length, schedule, orientation, fabricated, cut, prepped, installed flanges, valves, fittings, pro press, victalic couplings, soft solder, bolted up, worked with various types of pipes.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Welder/Fitter
Weldon Industries-Arlington, TX
Arlington, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Resolved iso/print, verified spool measurements and orientation, installed to exact coordinates and elevation, erected crane support, rigged, cut, prepped, and welded.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
Welder/Fabricator
Unique Fabrications-Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, TX
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Received work orders, pulled material, cut and bent metal, welded joints using various welding techniques, fabricated according to customer requests and field measurements.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
Fabricator, Maintenance, Welder, Forklift Operator
Ole Mexican Foods-Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie, TX
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained conveyors and repaired operating machines, fabricated based on discretion, troubleshooted issues, performed welding using different methods, operated forklifts.
- Performed layout, fitting, and welding of structural steel members to specified tolerances.
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Repaired worn parts of metal products by welding on extra layers of metal.
- Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
- Worked closely with other tradesmen such as pipefitters and electricians during fabrication process.
Sprinkler Fitter
Fire Tech Systems Inc-Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Received work packages, relocated or installed sprinkler heads, worked with different types of pipes according to code.
- Installed, tested and maintained sprinkler systems in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Repaired existing sprinkler systems and replaced defective parts.
- Identified and resolved issues related to water pressure, flow rate and distribution patterns of sprinklers.
- Performed routine maintenance on all sprinkler systems including cleaning pipes and fittings.
Pipefitter
PCL Construction-Deer Park, TX
Deer Park, TX
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Worked on new construction in an existing structure, received packages, installed pipes, ensured proper fit and alignment.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
Pipefitter
Tellepsen-Port Lavaca, TX
Port Lavaca, TX
01.2019 - 02.2019
- Worked on spools with limited material, hung them based on coordinates and elevation, worked on Formosa plant project.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
Pipefitter
McDermott-Sulphur, LA
Sulphur, LA
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Received packages, walked down lines, found spools, rigged and installed them, ensured proper fit and alignment, worked with various supports and hangers.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Provide technical advice regarding design specifications of piping systems.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Pipefitter Journeymen
Bilfinger Westcon-Deer Park, TX
Deer Park, TX
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Received and walked down packages, verified measurements, fabricated, installed based on isometric drawings, placed prefabbed spools on coordinates and elevation.
- Assembled, installed and maintained piping systems in accordance with specifications and codes.
- Installed valves, pumps, pressure gauges and other components of piping systems.
- Performed hydrostatic tests on welded joints for leak detection.
- Troubleshot problems in process piping systems and took corrective action as needed.
- Cleaned debris from worksite after completion of job duties.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Testing Fitter/Fitter
Bechtel OG&C Construction-Deer Park, TX
Deer Park, TX
11.2015 - 04.2017
- Worked on underground piping projects, performed hydro testing and pneumatic testing of piping systems.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Installed piping systems for water, gas, steam and other liquids according to blueprints.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Tested newly installed systems for functionality prior to use.
- Replaced worn out bearings, seals and gaskets in engines and related equipment.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Pipe Fitter
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC-La Porte, TX
La Porte, TX
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Worked on control room settings, performed pipe fitting tasks including welding, threading, cutting, and working with various types of pipes.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Test plumbing systems for leaks using air pressure gauges or other testing devices.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
Welder & Iron Worker
Steel Masters LP-Houston, TX
Houston, TX
02.2015 - 06.2015
- Welded structural components, erected and connected them, performed bolt work and ensured proper alignment.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Gowan Mechanical-Houston, TX
Houston, TX
06.2012 - 02.2015
- Performed various pipe fitting tasks including installation, welding, rigging, and working with different types of pipes
- Worked on different construction projects.
- Assembled and installed piping systems, valves, tanks and other related components.
- Fabricated pipe supports, hangers and brackets according to specifications.
- Cut pipes to specific measurements using a variety of tools such as saws, threaders, reamers and benders.
- Assisted journeymen Pipefitters with complex fabrication projects requiring specialized skillsets.
Welder / Barbender
Tedit-Deer Park, TX
Deer Park, TX
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Operated bar bender machine, prioritized work orders, performed test runs, chopped and bent bars, welded various components.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
Welder
South West Shipyard-Channelview, TX
Channelview, TX
05.2012 - 10.2012
- Performed welding tasks on barges, including welding in different positions and using different welding techniques.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
Welder/Fabricator
Leader global-Deer Park, TX
Deer Park, TX
06.2010 - 05.2012
- Worked on various machines, bar bent different components, cut metal bars, welded using different techniques, worked with different metals.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
Education
High school or equivalent - Pipe Fitting Course
Lee College
Baytown, TXGED -
Marque Learning Center
Pasadena, TXSkills
- Pipe Threading
- Welding
- Plumbing
- Construction
- Fabrication
- Plasma Cutting
- English
- Blueprint Reading
- Carpentry
- Troubleshooting
- Facilities Maintenance
- Forklift
- Schematics
- Leadership
- Adobe InDesign
Additional Information
Over 4 years+ experience pipe fitter in industrial petro-chemical refinery and commercial. Knowledge of torch, welding, rigging, demolishing, and pipe installation, valves, fabrication. Dependable with available transportation Forklifts, manlifts boom, sizer, sit down stand up, standardfork, basoloid
License
Industrial Welding Academy, Pasadena, TX
Relocation
- Houston, TX
- Pasadena, TX
- Fort Worth, TX
Assessments
- Construction safety, Proficient, 04/01/22, Using safe practices while on a construction site
- Automotive maintenance, Proficient, 04/01/22, Knowledge of vehicles, vehicle maintenance, and repairs
- Basic maintenance and repair, Proficient, 04/01/22, Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities
- Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 04/01/22, Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes
Personal Information
Title: Pipefitter/structural fitter /structural welder
Languages
- English, Excellent
- Spanish, Excellent
Timeline
Structural Fitter/Welder
Powell Industries-Channelview, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
Welder/Mechanic
onyx /techint-Bay City, TX
01.2023 - 06.2023
Pipefitter/Structural Welder
TDIndustries-Arlington, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
Welder/Fitter
Weldon Industries-Arlington, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
Welder/Fabricator
Unique Fabrications-Fort Worth, TX
10.2021 - 01.2022
Fabricator, Maintenance, Welder, Forklift Operator
Ole Mexican Foods-Grand Prairie, TX
07.2021 - 10.2021
Sprinkler Fitter
Fire Tech Systems Inc-Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
01.2021 - 06.2021
Pipefitter
PCL Construction-Deer Park, TX
02.2019 - 05.2019
Pipefitter
Tellepsen-Port Lavaca, TX
01.2019 - 02.2019
Pipefitter
McDermott-Sulphur, LA
11.2017 - 01.2019
Pipefitter Journeymen
Bilfinger Westcon-Deer Park, TX
05.2017 - 10.2017
Testing Fitter/Fitter
Bechtel OG&C Construction-Deer Park, TX
11.2015 - 04.2017
Pipe Fitter
Kellogg Brown & Root LLC-La Porte, TX
06.2015 - 09.2015
Welder & Iron Worker
Steel Masters LP-Houston, TX
02.2015 - 06.2015
Welder / Barbender
Tedit-Deer Park, TX
10.2012 - 05.2014
Pipefitter Apprentice
Gowan Mechanical-Houston, TX
06.2012 - 02.2015
Welder
South West Shipyard-Channelview, TX
05.2012 - 10.2012
Welder/Fabricator
Leader global-Deer Park, TX
06.2010 - 05.2012
High school or equivalent - Pipe Fitting Course
Lee College
GED -
Marque Learning Center
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