Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Timeline
Ryan Bulatovich

Ryan Bulatovich

Hobart,US

Summary

I am a field tested Pipefitter with 23 years of knowledge and experience. With 13 years experience at BP Whiting alone you will find I am very well versed in my craft. I bring a strong work ethic along with a positive and energetic attitude to the table. I believe in doing the job safe with quality while achieving great communication is the key to success for any job site. I am an enthusiastic and ambitious individual experienced in resolving conflicts and issues with exceptional skill and poise. Offering an engaging and pleasant personality with expertise ensuring projects meet safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
13
13

Years of experience at BP-Whiting Refinery

Work History

Pipefitter General Foreman/Foreman

Superior Construction Co
Gary, IN
3.3-23 - Current

LOCATION

  • Cleveland Cliffs Burns Harbor

TASKS

  • Supervising the completion of various maintenance projects
  • Working on piping material takeoffs for projects. Estimating man hours and duration for job completion.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
  • Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Created and maintained compliant work environment.

Pipefitter Foreman, Jouneyman

ACMS
06.2022 - 01.2023

LOCATION

  • Cleveland Cliffs Burns Harbor
  • Cargill-Hammond, IN

TASKS

  • Installed and Maintained a large variety of Piping systems
  • Supervised the completion of various maintenance projects
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Created and maintained compliant work environment.

Pipefitter Foreman, Journeyman

AIS
01.2021 - 06.2022

LOCATION

  • Amazon warehouse-Markham, IL
  • USS-Gary works

TASKS

  • Supervised the start and completion of a five story Amazon Warehouse piping system.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Created and maintained compliant work environment.
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.

Pipefitter Journeyman

Graycor Industrial Constructors
2020 - 2021

LOCATION

  • BP NHT Unit
  • Cleveland Cliffs Walking beam Furnace

TASKS

  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Executed numerous X-ray welds with quality in a timely fashion
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Interpreted safety documentation and implemented compliant procedures on work sites to prevent accidents.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.

Journeyman/Foreman

Matrix
2018 - 2020

LOCATION

  • BP-Whiting Refinery

TASKS

  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Executed numerous X-ray welds with quality within a timely fashion
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Supervised maintenance and construction projects.

Pipefitter General Foreman/Foreman

BMWC Constructors, Inc
2015 - 2018

LOCATION

  • BP-Whiting, IN
  • Exon Mobile Refinery, IL
  • BP-Toledo, OH
  • Potash-Lima, OH
  • Flint hills Refinery-St. Paul, MN

TASKS

  • Install and maintain all different types of industrial piping systems.
  • Supervised the completion of a number of outages, maintenance and capital projects in various locations such as BP Whiting BP Toledo, OH, Flint hills Refinery Twin cities, MN , Potash fertilizer Lima, OH
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Created and maintained compliant work environment.
  • Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.

Pipefitter Journeyman, Foreman

BMWC Constructors
2004 - 2013

LOCATION

  • 10+ consecutive years at BP-Whiting Refinery

TASKS

  • Performed and oversaw A7 policy safely and within the bounds of BP procedure
  • Performed welding and oversaw install of numerous Split-Ts safely and within the bounds of BP procedure
  • Performed and oversaw Hot taps safely and within the bounds of BP procedure
  • Performed in the QC department doing various task such as NDE reports, weld logs using Microsoft excel and word. Put together hydro packages and setting hydro boundaries ect… at BP Whiting
  • X-ray welds with quality and zero defect within a timely fashion
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and or Leaks
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Reviewed daily work assignments and delegated tasks to employees to supervise completion.
  • Interpreted safety documentation and implemented compliant procedures on work sites to prevent accidents.
  • Supervised maintenance and construction projects.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.

Piping Superintendent

Foster Wheeler
10.2013 - 06.2014

LOCATION

  • BP-Whiting Refinery WRMP project

TASKS

  • Scheduled time frames for start of and completion of work
  • Coordinating and delegating responsibilities for such work
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Coordinated emergency response plans and drills to increase preparedness and address issues promptly.
  • Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.

Apprentice

Pipefitters local 597
Chicago, IL
2000 - 2005

Skills

  • A7 policy and procedure
  • Hot Tap policy and procedure
  • Split tee policy and procedure
  • Time management
  • Leadership skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Quality Control
  • Lockout and Tagout
  • Piping Execution
  • Workflow Coordination
  • PPE knowledge
  • Permit Management
  • Project Deadlines
  • Isometric Drawing
  • Effective Communication
  • Safety Oversight
  • Self Control and Integrity
  • Verify Work Quality
  • Planning Projects
  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Piping Fabrication and Installation
  • X-ray welding
  • Burning Torch
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Pipe System Maintenance
  • Rigging and Setting
  • Pipeline Layout Design
  • Project Planning

Timeline

Pipefitter Foreman, Jouneyman - ACMS
06.2022 - 01.2023
Pipefitter Foreman, Journeyman - AIS
01.2021 - 06.2022
Piping Superintendent - Foster Wheeler
10.2013 - 06.2014
Pipefitter General Foreman/Foreman - Superior Construction Co
3.3-23 - Current
Pipefitter Journeyman - Graycor Industrial Constructors
2020 - 2021
Journeyman/Foreman - Matrix
2018 - 2020
Pipefitter General Foreman/Foreman - BMWC Constructors, Inc
2015 - 2018
Pipefitter Journeyman, Foreman - BMWC Constructors
2004 - 2013
Apprentice - Pipefitters local 597
2000 - 2005
Ryan Bulatovich