Roger Medina
Baytown,TX
Summary
Highly experienced industrial professional with over 16 years in chemical, refinery, and plant environments. Strong multi-craft journeyman background in pipefitting, boilermaking, and advanced rigging with extensive experience supporting plant operations, maintenance, and equipment reliability. Proven ability to work safely in high-risk environments, follow permit procedures, and assist with equipment isolation, startup, and shutdown activities. Seeking to leverage hands-on field experience into a Process Operator role with a focus on safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Rigger
Northstar Energy Services
Nederland, TX
04.2026 - Current
- Perform critical lifts supporting plant maintenance and operational reliability
- Work under permit systems and follow strict safety procedures including LOTO
- Assist with equipment positioning during shutdown and startup activities
- Inspect rigging equipment and maintain compliance with safety standards
Journeyman Industrial Craftsman (Multi-Craft)
Various Industrial & Chemical Plant Sites
01.2021 - 01.2026
- Supported plant operations across shutdowns, turnarounds, and new construction
- Assisted with equipment isolation, maintenance, and restart activities
- Worked as Rigger and Pipefitter Journeyman (last 2 years) and Boilermaker Journeyman (previous 3 years)
- Installed, repaired, and maintained piping systems and process equipment
- Read and interpreted P&IDs, isometrics, and blueprints
- Followed permit systems, LOTO, and confined space procedures
- Collaborated with operations teams to maintain safe plant conditions
- Traveling
Combination Welder
Kelley Contracting
Sweeny, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed welding on piping and structural components supporting plant systems
- Read blueprints and welding specifications
- Maintained compliance with safety and quality standards
Industrial Boilermaker (Journeyman)
Various Industrial Sites
Texas
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Repaired and replaced valves, exchangers, drums, towers, and cooling systems
- Supported plant uptime through maintenance of critical equipment
- Assisted with shutdowns, inspections, and safe equipment restart
- Followed strict safety procedures and permitting systems
Industrial Boilermaker
Multiple Contractors
Freeport, TX
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Performed maintenance in chemical plant environments
- Assisted with equipment repair and operational support
- Followed plant safety and permit procedures
Pipefitter / Boilermaker Apprentice
Zachry Industrial
Sweeny, TX
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted with pipefitting and boilermaking during shutdowns and turnarounds
- Supported maintenance and installation tasks in plant environments
- Developed foundational skills in safety and industrial operations
Education
Process Technology Coursework -
Brazosport College
08-2018
G.E.D. -
Brazosport College
02-2009
Skills
- Process Operations Support
- Equipment Startup & Shutdown Assistance
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
- Permit-to-Work Systems
- P&ID & Blueprint Interpretation
- Industrial Maintenance & Reliability
- Pipefitting, Boilermaking & Welding
- Advanced Rigging & Equipment Handling
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Safety Compliance & Hazard Awareness
Certification
- NCCER Boilermaker Certified Plus (NCCER #11917759)
- NCCER Advanced Rigger (NCCER #11917759)
- TWIC Card (Valid through September 27, 2030)
Timeline
Advanced Rigger
Northstar Energy Services
04.2026 - Current
Journeyman Industrial Craftsman (Multi-Craft)
Various Industrial & Chemical Plant Sites
01.2021 - 01.2026
Combination Welder
Kelley Contracting
01.2020 - 01.2021
Industrial Boilermaker (Journeyman)
Various Industrial Sites
01.2014 - 01.2020
Industrial Boilermaker
Multiple Contractors
01.2012 - 01.2014
Pipefitter / Boilermaker Apprentice
Zachry Industrial
01.2010 - 01.2012
Process Technology Coursework -
Brazosport College
G.E.D. -
Brazosport College