Rafael Zuniga Jr
Alamo,TX
Summary
Experienced with quality control procedures, including inspection and testing of materials. Known for safety compliance and efficient work practices, with commitment to quality and reliability.Professional with strong background in mechanical maintenance and repair.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker Mechanic
Independent Offshore Services LLC
Brownsville, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with other mechanics and tradespeople to troubleshoot issues and complete projects efficiently.
- Provided training to junior team members on safe work practices and proper use of equipment, enhancing overall team efficiency.
- Streamlined repair processes by maintaining an organized inventory of tools, parts, and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in a timely manner, minimizing downtime for critical operations.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications.
Boilermaker Mechanic
REPCON Inc.
Corpus Christi, TX
10.2023 - 02.2025
- I’m Supported quality control efforts by inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Boilermaker Mechanic/ Structural Fitter
Abel Industries Inc.
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Boilermaker Mechanic
Repcon Inc
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications.
- Improved equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on boilers and associated machinery.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Kept up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies to continually improve the effectiveness of quality control measures.
Boilermaker/ Structural Fitter
CB&I
Plaquemine, LA
02.2016 - 05.2019
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Fabricated components and supports.
- Continuously advanced skill set by attending training programs, staying updated on industry trends, and acquiring new certifications as necessary.
- Upheld industry standards while working at heights or confined spaces using appropriate fall protection measures.
- Expedited production process by operating cutting torches, plasma cutters, grinders, and drills proficiently.
- Assisted crane operators in safely rigging loads for transport ensuring minimal disruptions onsite.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Lifted or moved materials and finished products using large cranes.
Education
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
South Texas College
McAllen, TXCommunication Electronics 0621
United State Marine Corps
San Diego, CA09.2001
High School Diploma -
PSJA Memorial High School
Alamo, TX05.2001
Skills
- Hand tools proficiency
- Hand and power tools
- Structural fittings
- Rigging
- Installation and inspection
- Demolition and dismantling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Torch cutting
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- OSHA standards
- Written communication
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Parts replacement
- Component installation
- Technical documentation
- Blueprint reading
- System assembly
- Leak detection
- Attention to detail
- Work order completion
- Industrial safety
- Tool operation
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Boilermaker Mechanic
Independent Offshore Services LLC
03.2025 - Current
Boilermaker Mechanic
REPCON Inc.
10.2023 - 02.2025
Boilermaker Mechanic/ Structural Fitter
Abel Industries Inc.
01.2023 - 09.2024
Boilermaker Mechanic
Repcon Inc
01.2020 - 01.2023
Boilermaker/ Structural Fitter
CB&I
02.2016 - 05.2019
High School Diploma - Criminal Justice
South Texas College
Communication Electronics 0621
United State Marine Corps
High School Diploma -
PSJA Memorial High School