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Ryan Oliver

Geismar ,LA

Summary

Highly skilled piping leader with 15+ years of experience across industrial construction, refinery shutdowns/turnarounds, large-scale capital projects, mining operations, and advanced semiconductor manufacturing construction.

Proven expertise in planning, supervising, fabricating, installing, testing, and repairing complex piping systems in demanding industrial and clean-process environments. Extensive experience leading field execution, coordinating crews, interpreting technical drawings, and delivering work safely and efficiently under aggressive schedules.

Hands-on experience includes traditional industrial piping systems as well as high purity process piping supporting semiconductor manufacturing facilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PIPING MANAGER / GENERAL FOREMAN / PIPEFITTER

TIC | Turner | Performance | BRYCON
South Louisiana | Chandler, Arizona
02.2009 - Current

Progressed through hands-on field execution and leadership roles supporting industrial construction, shutdown/turnaround work, advanced manufacturing projects, and large-scale capital construction.

Leadership / Supervisory Experience

  • Lead and supervise crews of 25+ pipefitters, welders, and support personnel in high-pressure industrial construction environments.
  • Plan and coordinate manpower, workflow, production priorities, and execution schedules to meet demanding project deadlines.
  • Interface directly with plant representatives, contractors, project managers, owner representatives, and field leadership to resolve issues and maintain project execution.
  • Lead shutdown, turnaround, maintenance, and new construction piping scopes in refinery, petrochemical, and industrial facilities.
  • Resolve operational and field execution issues rapidly to minimize downtime and maintain schedule performance.
  • Drive safety performance, accountability, quality standards, and productivity across teams.

Technical / Craft Experience

  • Fabricate, install, test, repair, and modify industrial piping systems according to project specifications, drawings, and P&IDs.
  • Install piping supports, valves, pumps, hangers, and associated system components.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, technical specifications, and process documentation.

Advanced Manufacturing / Semiconductor Experience

  • Performed specialized piping installation supporting semiconductor manufacturing construction projects in Chandler, Arizona.
  • Installed and fabricated high purity process piping systems for advanced manufacturing facilities.
  • Supported installation of systems associated with:
  • gas distribution
  • chemical delivery
  • process utility infrastructure
  • tool installation support
  • Worked in clean construction / controlled manufacturing environments requiring precision craftsmanship and strict quality standards.
  • Installed stainless process tubing and related specialty piping assemblies.
  • Worked within aggressive, technically demanding construction schedules requiring exceptional quality execution.

Process Operator

NEVADA GOLD MINES
Carlin, NV
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Operate and monitor production lines to ensure efficiency
  • Remove or shift materials and/or finish products to facilitate proper flow
  • Perform preventive maintenance, work closely with maintenance crews and subcontractors
  • Operate all manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely, expedite repairs to lines and equipment
  • Proficient in shutdown and startup procedures

Education

High School Diploma -

Yucaipa High School
Yucaipa, CA

Skills

    CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Industrial Process Piping
  • High Purity Process Piping
  • Semiconductor Construction
  • Refinery Shutdowns & Turnarounds
  • Large-Scale Capital Construction
  • Pipe Fabrication & Installation
  • Stainless Process Tubing
  • Blueprint / ISO / P&ID Interpretation
  • Mechanical Systems Coordination
  • Gas Distribution Systems
  • Chemical Delivery Systems
  • Equipment Installation Support
  • Cleanroom Construction Environments
  • Workforce Leadership
  • Schedule Execution
  • Safety Compliance
  • Maintenance & Reliability Support
  • Contractor / Client Coordination

Certification

OSHA 10 Safety Certification

NCCER Pipefitter Plus

TWIC

MSHA

Timeline

Process Operator

NEVADA GOLD MINES
01.2021 - 04.2023

PIPING MANAGER / GENERAL FOREMAN / PIPEFITTER

TIC | Turner | Performance | BRYCON
02.2009 - Current

High School Diploma -

Yucaipa High School