Oziel Leija
Hidalgo,US
Summary
Specialized worker in thermal and industrial insulation, with 10 years of experience in petrochemical plants and refineries. Extensive knowledge in the installation and repair of thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, and equipment. Expert in handling materials such as mineral wool, perlite, Foamglass, Armaflex, aluminum, and stainless steel. Committed to industrial safety, teamwork, and quality in every project. Installation of thermal insulation on steam lines and high-temperature equipment. Application of aluminum and stainless-steel coatings. Compliance with safety standards (PPE, working at heights, and confined spaces). Coordination with supervisors for project execution. Supervision of production processes, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Implementation of industrial safety procedures and staff training. Implementation of industrial safety procedures and staff training. Monitoring and recording performance and efficiency indicators. Coordination of internal and external audits.
My goal is to lead work teams in industrial environments, ensuring the achievement of production, quality, and safety goals, while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Overview
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Work History
BECHTEL
CHENIERE Corpus Christi, Tx May 2025 - Present
- Performed installation of thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers aligned with temperature criteria.
- Assessed insulation thickness requirements to safeguard products from damage.
- Developed metal coverings to comply with specific equipment material needs.
BROCK
DOW-PLAN A TUCSON Freeport, Tx Sep 2022 – May 2023
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers based on temperature specifications.
- Planned insulation thickness to prevent product damage during operation.
- Fabricated metal coverings to match diverse material requirements of equipment.
TRIPLE J
FORMOSA Port Lavaca, Tx May 2018 – Jun 2018
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers based on temperature specifications.
- Determined required thickness for equipment to prevent product damage.
- Fabricated metal coverings tailored to various materials according to equipment needs.
PETRIN LLC
SAN MIGUEL ELECTRIC CO-OP Christine, Tx Mar 2018 – Apr 2018
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers based on temperature specifications.
- Planned insulation thickness to prevent product damage.
- Fabricated metal coverings tailored to equipment requirements.
BAY LTD
VALERO Corpus Christi, TX, Mar 2017 – Mar 2017.
VALERO Corpus Christi, TX, May 2017 – May 2017.
- Executed bolt-ups and torqued flanges to ensure secure connections.
- Conducted hydro testing on equipment to verify operational integrity.
- Repaired and maintained pipe systems for gas and chemical refineries.
- Installed piping systems according to blueprints, schematics, and specifications while ensuring quality control.
CB & I
PHILLIPS 66 New Orleans, LA Feb 2017 – Feb 2017
- Executed bolt ups and torqued flanges for industrial piping systems.
- Conducted hydro testing of equipment to ensure operational integrity.
- Repaired and maintained pipe systems in gas and chemical refineries.
- Installed piping systems per blueprints, schematics, and specifications while ensuring quality control.
GONZALEZ
FORMOSA Port Lavaca, Tx Jul 2020 – Aug 2021
FORMOSA Port Lavca, Tx Jan 2021 – Aug 2022
INVISTA Victoria, Tx Feb 2024 – Sep 2024
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers according to temperature specifications.
- Calculated insulation thickness to prevent damage to products and equipment.
- Fabricated metal coverings customized for various material requirements of equipment.
- Planned insulation installation effectively to ensure compliance with operational standards.
I & I INSULATIONS INC.
OXY Ingleside, Tx Sep 2016 – Dic 2016
FLNG Sulphur, La Mar 2018 – Mar 2018
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers based on equipment temperature.
- Planned insulation thickness for each component to prevent product damage.
- Fabricated metal coverings tailored to various equipment material specifications.
APACHE
CHEVRON Baytown, Tx Oct 2017 – Dic 2017
FORMOSA Port Lavaca, TX Jul 2018 – Aug 2018
PHILLIPS 66 Sweeny, Tx Jun 2023 – Jul 2023
- Installed thermal insulation on pipes, tanks, valves, and exchangers based on temperature specifications.
- Determined insulation thickness to protect products from damage.
- Fabricated metal coverings tailored to equipment material requirements.
- Executed proper planning for efficient installation of thermal insulation systems.
ZACHRY
Phillips 66 Freeport, Tx Feb 2015 - Jul 2016
FLNG Freeport, Tx Apr 2018 - Jun 2019
EXXON-MOBILE Gregory, Tx Sep 2021 – Nov 2021
OPPD-STANDING BEAR Omaha, Ne Aug 2023 – Dic 2023
OPPD-TURTLE CREEK Gretna, Ne Sep 2024 – Mar 2025
- Installed piping systems per blueprints and specifications, ensuring quality control throughout process.
- Applied thermal insulation on pipes and tanks, determining necessary thickness to prevent product damage.
- Fabricated metal coverings for various materials based on specific equipment requirements.
- Assembled and dismantled temporary scaffolding, ensuring safety standards at elevated heights.
Education
High School/GED -
IDEA San Juan Academy
San Juan, United States05-2014
Skills
- Installation of thermal and acoustic insulation
- Working at heights and in confined spaces
- Handling of manual and industrial tools
- Interpretation of blueprints and technical specifications
- Teamwork and adherence to safety standards
- Responsibility and punctuality
- Industrial safety management
- Quality control and continuous improvement
- Personnel supervision
- Internal audits
- Effective communication and leadership
- Knowledge of ISO/OSHA standards
- Analytical and problem-solving leadership and teamwork
- Effective communication
- Responsibility and professional ethics
- Attention to detail, decision-making in risky situations
- Decision-making in risky situations
- Thermal insulation
- Piping installation
- Metal fabrication
- Hydro testing
- Equipment maintenance
- Project planning
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Verbal communication
- Technical documentation
- Excellent communication
- Leadership
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Multitasking
- Supervision and leadership
Certification
• NCCER 40181707
• TWIC
• TWIC
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
BECHTEL
BROCK
TRIPLE J
PETRIN LLC
BAY LTD
CB & I
GONZALEZ
I & I INSULATIONS INC.
APACHE
ZACHRY
High School/GED -
IDEA San Juan Academy