Rafael Mendez
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Accomplished Boilermaker Journeyman with extensive experience at UPS Industrial, recognized for enhancing mechanical work and NCCER basic rigging. Proficient in leak detection and committed to safety, I excel in teamwork and communication, ensuring timely project completion while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism. I have my OSHA-10 certification as well.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boilermaker Journeyman
G.A. West
Ingleside, TX
10.2024 - 12.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Altairstrickland
Westlake, LA
08.2024 - 10.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Turner Industries
Luling, LA
06.2025 - 07.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
UPS Industrial
Channelview, TX
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Streamlined repair processes with effective communication between team members, resulting in faster project completion times.
- Enhanced overall boiler efficiency by conducting routine inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Achieved higher levels of accuracy in fabrication tasks by utilizing precise measurement tools and techniques.
- Prevented boiler malfunctions through thorough inspection of valves, gaskets, and pressure gauges.
- Improved workplace safety culture through participation in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and incident reporting procedures.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to complete complex projects in a timely manner.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Boilermaker Journeyman
Ohmstede Industrial Services
01.2025 - 02.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
REPCON
Port Arthur, TX
01.2024 - 02.2024
Education
Edinburg High School
Edinburg, TX05.2012
Skills
- Hand tool proficiency
- Industrial safety
- Heavy lifting
- Rigging techniques
- Structural fitting
- Hand and power tools
- Repair work
- Structural fittings
- Safety procedures
- Material prepping
- Component installation
- Rigging
- Installation and inspection
- Demolition and dismantling
- Leak detection
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Professionalism
Certification
NCCER Basic Rigging, OSHA-10
Timeline
Boilermaker Journeyman
Turner Industries
06.2025 - 07.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
UPS Industrial
03.2025 - 05.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Ohmstede Industrial Services
01.2025 - 02.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
G.A. West
10.2024 - 12.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
Altairstrickland
08.2024 - 10.2025
Boilermaker Journeyman
REPCON
01.2024 - 02.2024
Edinburg High School