Paul Shealey
Gainesville
Summary
Experienced shipfitter with a successful history of efficiently fabricating and assembling structural components for marine vessels. Proficient in blueprint reading, welding, and layout techniques to ensure precise and accurate installations. Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, consistently upholding a strong commitment to safety and delivering quality craftsmanship.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
NASSCO General Dynamics
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Installed and repaired piping systems, including cutting, threading, and welding pipes to meet specifications
- Conducted inspections to identify issues and make necessary repairs to ensure optimal system functionality
- Knowledge of rigging equipment such as slings, shackles, pulleys, Hoists etc
- Experience in calculating load weights and determining appropriate rigging configurations
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to coordinate project timelines and ensure seamless installations
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately lay out piping systems
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment
- Safely installed and secured rigging equipment to hoist and move heavy objects in alignment with project guidelines
- Utilized various rigging tools and techniques to facilitate the smooth and timely completion of projects within budget constraints
Shipfitter
Chesapeake Shipbuilding
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Skilled in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate and assemble ship components
- Proficient in welding, cutting, and shaping metal to construct various parts of ships
- Experienced in conducting quality control inspections to ensure vessels meet regulatory standards
- Familiar with adhering to safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure work environment
- Removed and reinstalled hull and pipe insulation for repairs to ships and boats in the U.S
- Navy, U.S Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command (MSC), and commercial vessels
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces
- Used expertise in rigging techniques to safely and efficiently hoist heavy equipment and materials onto job sites
- Operated cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery to position and secure loads for lifting
- Proficient in selecting and using various rigging tools such as shackles, slings, and hoists to safely and efficiently move heavy equipment and materials
- Proficient in operating stick welding equipment to perform welding on various materials, including steel and aluminum
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality control and ensuring that tack welds meet industry standards and specifications
Painter
Tradesman International
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Proficient in preparation of surfaces for painting, including sanding, spackling, and priming
- Skilled in using a variety of painting techniques such as brush, roller, and spray painting
- Experienced in accurately matching and mixing paint colors to achieve desired results
- Knowledgeable in proper paint application for different surfaces and materials
- Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines while ensuring high quality workmanship
- Knowledgeable in workplace safety protocols and procedures, including proper ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and hazardous material handling
- Skilled in operating blasting equipment to prepare surfaces for painting, ensuring optimal adhesion and finish quality
Fitter
Aerotek/ Kings Bay Submarine Base
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Basic stick ruler measurements
- Knowledge of ship design and layouts (read blueprints)
- Hand tool and equipment use
- Brazing and welding of copper / nickel pipe
- Accomplished small tasks with moderate supervision
- Fabricated, installed, removed, modified and repaired piping and/hoses
- Read WAFs, competent person tickets and is very familiar with safety regulations
- Thorough understanding of piping system testing (hydrostatic, air, compressed gas)
- Able to safely operate the following equipment: vertical band saw, vertical drill press, bench grinder, hydraulic pipe bender, pipe threading machine, oxy/ gas braze and burning torch, plasma cutter
- Able to certify in the CuNi braze process
- Able calculate and understand units of measurement, including fractions and decimals, using tape measure, and scale
- Able to obtain and maintain Defense Biometric Identification System 'DBIDS' Badge and access
- Safely operated rigging equipment to hoist, position, and secure heavy loads on construction sites
- Demonstrated expertise in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to determine rigging requirements
Fitter
BAE
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Knowledge of ship design and layouts (read blueprints)
- Hand tool and equipment use
- Brazing and welding of copper / nickel pipe
- Accomplished small tasks with moderate supervision
- Fabricated, installed, removed, modified and repaired piping and/hoses
- Read WAFs, competent person tickets and is very familiar with safety regulations
- Thorough understanding of piping system testing (hydrostatic, air, compressed gas)
- Able to safely operate the following equipment: vertical band saw, vertical drill press, bench grinder, hydraulic pipe bender, pipe threading machine, oxy/ gas braze and burning torch, plasma cutter
- Able to certify in the CuNi braze process
- Able calculate and understand units of measurement, including fractions and decimals, using tape measure, and scale
- Able to obtain and maintain Defense Biometric Identification System 'DBIDS' Badge and access
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COFscj
Jacksonville, FL09.2008
Skills
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
- Strong mathematical skills
- Ability to work with different types of materials
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of shipbuilding processes and industry standards
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to safety protocols and regulations
Personal Information
Title: Shipfitter
Timeline
Pipefitter
NASSCO General Dynamics
05.2023 - 12.2023
Shipfitter
Chesapeake Shipbuilding
08.2022 - 02.2023
Painter
Tradesman International
01.2022 - 12.2022
Fitter
Aerotek/ Kings Bay Submarine Base
01.2021 - 03.2022
Fitter
BAE
02.2018 - 12.2019
Associate Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Colorado Technical University
Fscj
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