Rudy Nunez
Port Arthur,Tx
Summary
Motivated and reliable process operations student with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and teamwork. Seeking an opportunity to apply my technical knowledge and hands-on training in a professional environment. Dedicated to continuous learning, problem-solving, and contributing to a company’s long-term success through consistent performance and collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scaffold Leadman & Forklift Driver
Turner Industries, Port Arthur, Tx Total Energies
Port Arthur, Tx
05.2024 - Current
- Currently working in the ECU Unit, Building and breaking down at high elevations, installing ladders, walkways, and safe scaffolds. leading a team of 5 and making sure we follow the proper safety procedures. Teaching and setting a good example while in the unit and out of the unit.
- Supervised scaffold assembly and disassembly, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to optimize project efficiency and timelines.
- Enhanced scaffold safety by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Certified Forklift Driver for Turner for the extended boom JCB 510-56 extended boom
- Certified Forklift Driver for Turner for Sunstate Telehandler
- Certified Scissor lift driver
- Certified Scaffold Competent Person
Structural welder/ Boilermaker
Port Manatee Ship Repair (PMSR), California
California
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Weld supports and guides all around the ship for repairs so water or leaks can’t burst through.
- Weld pipe in company shop to replace the older pipes that had damages
- Doing bolt ups all around the ship, taking off engines and replacing them and making sure they were torqued correctly. Bolting up all around the ship to secure all pipes and flanges didn’t have any leaks.
- Bolt up and take off ship material in company shop.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
2nd Class Pipefitter/Bullrigger
Zachry, Sabine Pass
Sabine Pass
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted pressure tests to ensure system integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Fabricated and assembled piping systems according to specifications and blueprints.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for pipe fitting and workplace safety practices.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
3rd Class Pipefitter
Richard Industrial, Port Arthur Valero
Port Arthur
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated and installed piping systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify and resolve leaks or malfunctions.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX12-2026
Skills
- Deadline management
- OSHA regulations
- Team relationships
- Safety procedures
- Operated the vacuum distillation unit at LIT, separating water and glycol
- Started and stopped unit equipment such as pumps and instrument air compressors
- Completed valve line-ups in the LIT cold-water lab and distillation unit
- Operated the Delta V DCS system at LIT hands-on labs
- Operated Simtronics process simulators at LIT
- Traced flows on heat exchangers, tanks, and other process equipment
- Completed safe unit start-ups and shutdowns of LIT hands-on labs
Certification
- Certified Forklift Driver for JCB 510-56
- Certified Forklift Driver for Sunstate Telehandler
- Certified Scissor lift driver
- Certified Scaffold Competent Person
- Certified Bull rigger
- Certified Rigger
- Certified Firewatch
- Certified Bottle watch
- Certified Hole Watch
Personal Experience
- 5+ Years in the Construction/Refineries industry and Bilingual in English and Spanish
- From my personal experience working in the construction and refinery industry, I have learned that safety is always the top priority. Following proper safety procedures and wearing the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential to maintaining a safe work environment. It is important to understand and follow both company policies and plant regulations before beginning any task. By staying aware of potential hazards and following safety guidelines, workers can help prevent accidents and ensure that everyone goes home safely at the end of the day.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Scaffold Leadman & Forklift Driver
Turner Industries, Port Arthur, Tx Total Energies
05.2024 - Current
Structural welder/ Boilermaker
Port Manatee Ship Repair (PMSR), California
10.2023 - 04.2024
2nd Class Pipefitter/Bullrigger
Zachry, Sabine Pass
03.2023 - 09.2023
3rd Class Pipefitter
Richard Industrial, Port Arthur Valero
06.2022 - 03.2023
Associate of Applied Science -
Lamar Institute of Technology