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Robert Garza

Robstown,TX

Summary

I have 17 yrs. working in the petro / chemical industry. I am a focused worker in working tasks. Dedicated team player committed to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Pursuing role where hard work and dedication will be highly valued. Skilled at welding and fitting structural and pipes, flanges and couplings. Fast learner with results-driven nature. Cooperative working in teams for construction and heavy machinery installation. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Foreman

360 Inspection Srv.
Robstown, TX
12.2021 - Current
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Coordinated materials to maintain steady flow and meet productivity objectives.
  • Maintained heavy equipment, tools and machinery.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
  • Worked in various tank farms and refineries overseeing maintenance repairs as well as new tank construction on above ground storage tanks per API 653/ 650 standards

Leadman /Welder

HMT LLC
The Woodlands, TX
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked maintenance in Citgo Corpus Christi petro/chemical refinery
  • Assisted in maintenance and repair of above ground storage tank and vessels per API 653 / 650 standards
  • Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
  • Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
  • Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
  • Directed equipment maintenance and repair operations to improve machines' functionality and reliability.
  • Conducted daily mandated Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) and monthly facility inspections and documented discrepancies for timely resolution.
  • Operated forklift, skidsteer, manlift and various welding equipment to perform designated operations and meet production requirements.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Experienced in SMAW, FCAW, AND GMAW welding procedures

Leadman Welder/Fitter

Bechtel Construction Company
Portland, TX
05.2016 - 11.2020
  • Assisted in the construction of Chennier LNG refinery
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.

Welder

TARSCO
Spring, TX
03.2013 - 05.2016
  • Assisted in construction of Buckeye Corpus Christi, Tx tank farm facility
  • Assisted with construction of new above ground storage tanks per API 653 standards
  • Assisted with safe crane operation at rig sites and yard.
  • Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
  • Layout, measure and fit structure on API 653/650 above ground storage tanks and vessels
  • Use SMAW and FCAW welding procedures
  • Operate various equipment and machinery on jobsite

Education

GED -

Robstown High School
Robstown, TX
06.1998

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in SMAW, FCAW and GMAW techniques
  • Able to weld in various positions
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Custom Fabrication
  • Able to read and interpret blueprints
  • Operate machinery
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dedicated Work Ethic
  • Stress Tolerance

Timeline

Construction Foreman

360 Inspection Srv.
12.2021 - Current

Leadman /Welder

HMT LLC
02.2021 - 12.2021

Leadman Welder/Fitter

Bechtel Construction Company
05.2016 - 11.2020

Welder

TARSCO
03.2013 - 05.2016

GED -

Robstown High School

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