Raymond Cervantes

• Checked equipment regularly to determine if maintenance/calibration was required for optimal performance
• Environmental readings were taken using gauges to ensure relative humidity, ambient temperature, dew point , differential temp,surface temp and over all spread was sufficient for coating application
• Digital Dry film thickness gauge used to take readings on cured epoxy to ensure coating thickness was in range per standard
• Experience with different types of coatings, holiday detection test performed to locate any defects , defects were then repaired with compatible coating
• Coating reports always filled out thoroughly then turned in within a timely manner
• Prioritizing safety on a daily basis related to everyday use of a variety of equipment not limited to : breather boxes supplying air to Protective blasting hoods, high pressure air compressors used for sandblasting , Full face spray mask with clean filters
• Applied trenton wrap coating when environmental conditions did not meet epoxy application requirements
• Optimized project outcomes by collaborating with engineers, and other specialists during planning phases.
• Minimized downtime with meticulous maintenance of coating equipment, ensuring top performance at all times.
• Set up and operated manual spray guns along with assorted power and hand tools for two part epoxy application
• Increased productivity by providing hands-on training to new hires on proper coating techniques and equipment usage.
• Achieved consistent high-quality results through rigorous quality control measures and adherence to industry best practices.
• Mitigated onsite disputes through effective conflict resolution strategies that maintained strong professional relationships among myself and assigned coating inspectors
• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Manage a workforce of at least 2 heavy equipment operators and 4 or more pipe layers or laborers, . Supervise and educated subcontractors on job duties, requirements and safety for job site. Mentored team members, providing guidance on proper techniques, and on the quality

• Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
• Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
• Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
• Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
• Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
• Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation of completed tasks and outstanding items requiring attention.

• Team lead assisting the foreman with projects
• Kept inventory of all supplies
• Assited with morning safety meeting
• Lead by example
• Demo of concrete slabs using , jack hammers, sledge hamers,
• Hand excvating in various soil conditions using different tyoe of tools , Dewalt clay spades , sharp shoters , shovels
• Sand blasting off coatings on transmission gas lines
• Applying two part epoxys
• Removed protective steel sleeves from around live gas transmission gas lines
• Applied repairs to the gas lines per enginiiers request
• Installed end seals on steel casing ends also welded on above ground vent pipes
• Attached lead cables to the gas line for cothotic protection testing