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Ruben Ortiz Jr

Corpus Christi

Summary

Professional with robust experience in safety protocols and hazard management. Expertise in conducting risk assessments, implementing safety procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving operational safety goals. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in problem-solving, training personnel, and maintaining safe work environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipefitter

Bechtel OG&C
01.2024 - Current
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and isometric drawings, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Certified Bonding Trained to fuse the majority of the underground poly pipe from train 4 thru train 7.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.

Pipefitter

Kiewit Offshore Services
11.2020 - 01.2024
  • Passed Pipe Fitter Training School for promotion with a 97%
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection, confined space, lock out/tag out, and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and isometric drawings, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.

Family Advocate/Teacher

Afterschool Centers for Education
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Taught pre-k students in basic learning blocks in an age appropriate, educational and fun manner.
  • Managed subordinate staff.
  • Trained new employees.
  • Cared for students in a safe school environment.
  • Documented incident reports.
  • Communicate with families, school administration, and medical personal via phone, email, and radio.
  • Operate office equipment such as computers, printers, copy machine, etc...
  • Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits.
  • Organized community outreach events, raising awareness about available resources for struggling families.

Pipefitter

Bechtel OG&C
10.2016 - 05.2018
  • Pipe fitting, use of power tools including grinder, band saw end grinder, torque gun for torch and tension, blow torch, chain fall, come along
  • Grind, cut, bevel, measure, read measuring tape, ensure fits are straight, level, plumb, square
  • Manual labor, spotting/flagging large mobile equipment, supervising subordinates, delegating work assignments, transporting personnel and equipment, safety awareness, radio communications, progress and productivity reports, facilitating training to new employees, adhere to and maintain site safety regulations, rigging for crane lifts, promote a safe work environment, member of the safety team (People Based Safety), adhere to all safety regulations: Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), fall protection, working at heights, dropped objects prevention, constructing and installing HVAC Ducts

Recreation Coordinator

Baptist Children Family Services
07.2014 - 05.2016
  • Plan and supervise recreation activities for children, coordinate with several departments to ensure schedule and safety: (medical, case managers, clinical therapists, lawyers, police, shift managers, program director, cafeteria, transportation, volunteer groups)
  • Transport children to field trips/outings, supervise and stay accountable for up to 12 children and 3 staff on outings
  • Represent BCFS in public affairs to obtain donations and good relations
  • Document activities and reports, create calendars and agendas, attend weekly meetings with other supervisors and program directors
  • Train staff, file incident reports, manage 3 separate budgets and maintain receipts and spending reports

E5/Cadet

Army National Guard/ROTC
08.2008 - 11.2012
  • Platoon Leader, plan and supervise training, lead by example, delegate responsibilities and orders, disseminate information from company commander down to subordinate soldiers.
  • File risk assessment reports, coach and redirect soldiers to meet and maintain army regulations and standards, maintain physical fitness, counsel subordinate soldiers to meet needs of army and soldier.
  • Developed leadership skills in soldiers by assigning them challenging tasks and responsibilities.
  • Upheld the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, serving as a positive role model for soldiers to emulate in their own careers.
  • Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
  • Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of successful field training exercises for enhanced practical experience.

Education

No Degree - Safety

Safety Builders And Consultants
McAllen, TX
02-2025

Bachelor of Arts - History And Communications

Texas A&M University Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
01.2012

High School Diploma -

Gregory-Portland High School
01.2008

Skills

  • Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
  • Ability to work as a member of a team
  • Excellent communication: verbal/written/telecommunications
  • Worksite safety
  • Excellent trainer/teacher
  • Safety procedures
  • Natural leader
  • Safety oriented
  • OSHA rules and regulations
  • Detail oriented
  • OSHA compliance
  • Gets results
  • Self-motivated
  • Calculator
  • Copy machine
  • Word processor
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Internet
  • Radio communication
  • CPR/AED
  • Audits, Inspections and Observations

Other Experience

  • Bilingual
  • Excellent Communication: Verbal/Written/Telecommunications
  • Excellent Trainer/Teacher
  • Natural Leader
  • Time Management
  • Safety Oriented
  • Detail Oriented
  • Gets Results
  • Self-Motivated

Certification

Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS)

Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST)

Construction Site Safety Orientation (CSSO)

Field Safety

Safety Technology

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Pipefitter

Bechtel OG&C
01.2024 - Current

Pipefitter

Kiewit Offshore Services
11.2020 - 01.2024

Family Advocate/Teacher

Afterschool Centers for Education
11.2018 - 04.2019

Pipefitter

Bechtel OG&C
10.2016 - 05.2018

Recreation Coordinator

Baptist Children Family Services
07.2014 - 05.2016

E5/Cadet

Army National Guard/ROTC
08.2008 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Gregory-Portland High School

No Degree - Safety

Safety Builders And Consultants

Bachelor of Arts - History And Communications

Texas A&M University Kingsville

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