Pedro Palacio
Kenner,LA
Summary
Ambitious professional pursuing an Insulator opportunity within an established construction enterprise. Bringing a diverse skill set and knowledge base acquired many years of successful industry performance.
Efficient professional in building and construction insulation, known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Skilled in applying foam, fiberglass, and cellulose materials, ensuring energy efficiency and climate control within residential and commercial buildings. Excel at reading blueprints, precise measurements, and safe material handling. Possess strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork skills, and adaptability to work under various conditions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Insulation Installer
BrandSafway
Laplace, Louisiana
02.2021 - 01.2025
- Ensured proper ventilation within attics or walls when installing new insulation.
- Ensured work area was clean and properly ventilated throughout the entire process.
- Sealed seams between sheets of rigid board insulation with mastic or tape sealant.
- Repaired, removed or applied insulation on industrial and mechanical equipment including heat exchangers, tanks and pumps.
- Assisted with the fabrication of insulation blankets, pads, and other materials as needed.
- Protected insulated pipes from damage or decay by installing and securing sheet metal.
Ironworker
Zachry Industrial
Port Sulphur, Louisiana
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed preventive maintenance checks on all tools used during construction projects.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
Ironworker
River Parish Contractors
Reserve, Louisiana
07.2016 - 02.2020
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
Structural Welder
Boh Bros. Construction Co
New Orleans, Louisiana
06.2011 - 04.2016
- Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Cleaned surfaces of metals prior to welding them together using wire brushes or grinders.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the project.
- Installed and welded steel beams, columns, girders, and other structural elements.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
Education
Liseo -
Liseo Jaser
Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM06-2001
Skills
- Moisture control expertise
- Fiberglass handling
- Air sealing techniques
- Maintaining insulation tools
- Thermal bridging knowledge
- Insulation installation
- Insulation repair
- Metal jacketing
- Rigging
- Precision cutting
- Fall protection
- Insulation removal
Timeline
Insulation Installer
BrandSafway
02.2021 - 01.2025
Ironworker
Zachry Industrial
09.2020 - 03.2021
Ironworker
River Parish Contractors
07.2016 - 02.2020
Structural Welder
Boh Bros. Construction Co
06.2011 - 04.2016
Liseo -
Liseo Jaser