Ruben Cedillo
Weslaco
Summary
Enthusiastic boilermaker offering several years of experience interpreting work orders and applying information to project needs. Promoting safety in every task. Sharp and highly trained with desire to work within the field sector. Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career in entry level role with growing organizations. Well versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker/tower mechanic
Koch Refinary
Deer Park
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures and components for refinery equipment.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal parts according to specifications.
- Inspected completed work for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to understand project requirements.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during all operational tasks.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
Mechanical Pipefitter
River Parish Contractors
Donaldsonville
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Assembled and installed piping systems for various mechanical projects.
- Utilized hand and power tools for cutting, fitting, and connecting pipes.
- Prepared materials and tools needed for daily tasks and projects.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following safety protocols and procedures.
Boilermaker Fitter by tray
Performance Contractors
Sulphur
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all operations.
- Operated hand and power tools for pipefitting task.
- Assemble piping systems according to specifications and the blueprints.
- Installed valves,fitting,and supports for mechanical system.
Mechanical Pipefitter/Boilermaker
Process service specialist
Gonzales
04.2018 - 06.2023
- Installed and maintained piping systems in industrial facilities.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for accurate installation.
- Collaborated with engine project specifications were met.
- Operated various tools and equipment for pipe fitting tasks.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards during installations and repairs.
- Repaired damaged threads on steel pipes using taps and dies sets appropriately sized for the task at hand.
- Provided technical assistance to other team members when required.
- Installation and removal of Valves
- Blinding and deblinding of flanges
- Bullrigging when need of valve removal and installation
- Installation and removal of packing in vessels
- Installation and removal of trays in vessels
- Opening of external and internal manways
- Torging of equipment to specifications
Boilermaker
Gallop Refinery
Houston
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures for refinery applications.
- Inspected welds and joints for quality and compliance with standards.
- Operated welding equipment to join components efficiently and safely.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Maintained accurate records of tasks and materials used daily.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
- Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
- Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and other heavy metal fabrications.
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Boiler repair
- Piping installation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Touch cutting
- High speed grinding
- Material fabrication
- Osha Safety practices
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Boilermaker/tower mechanic
Koch Refinary
04.2026 - 05.2026
Mechanical Pipefitter
River Parish Contractors
01.2026 - 03.2026
Boilermaker Fitter by tray
Performance Contractors
08.2023 - 03.2025
Mechanical Pipefitter/Boilermaker
Process service specialist
04.2018 - 06.2023
Boilermaker
Gallop Refinery
08.2017 - 03.2018