Ryandell Johnson
Westwego,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented pipefitter with over 6 years of experience in installing and maintaining piping systems. Proficient in blueprint analysis and welding techniques, with a commitment to worksite safety and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pipefitter
Zachary Construction
Port Sulphur, Louisiana
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Identify problems with existing installations by inspecting pipes visually or through use of x-ray machines.
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
- Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems by diagnosing issues with components such as valves or pumps.
Pipefitter
PSC Industries
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
02.2019 - 10.2023
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Identify problems with existing installations by inspecting pipes visually or through use of x-ray machines.
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Mounted casings of water tube boilers and attached davit heads, burners and furnace casing to fire tube boilers.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Identifying signs of potential problems with boilers and pressure vessels, such as tube leakage, scaling, pitting, metals discoloration and refractory failures.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Adjust flow rates within specified limits by changing valve positions or altering lengths of pipe sections.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
Pipefitter
Performance Contracting
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Identify problems with existing installations by inspecting pipes visually or through use of x-ray machines.
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Mounted casings of water tube boilers and attached davit heads, burners and furnace casing to fire tube boilers.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing for both domestic and HVAC lines.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Adjust flow rates within specified limits by changing valve positions or altering lengths of pipe sections.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
L.W. Higgins High School
Marrero, LASkills
- Maintenance and repair
- Piping diagram interpretation
- cGMP compliance
- Grooved pipe installation
- Material prepping
- Worksite safety
- Hydraulic systems
- Residential construction
- Pipe measuring
- Pipe insulation
- Blueprint analysis
- Soldering copper pipes
- Job order prioritization
- Steam piping
- Pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
- Building code regulations
- Material cutting
- Welding
- Leak detection
- Diagram interpretation
- Work order management
- Construction installations
- Piping installations
- Pipe threading
- Materials ordering
- HVAC systems
- Systems troubleshooting
- OSHA rules and regulations
- Pipefitting
- Safety procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Emergency repairs
- Plumbing codes
- Pressure testing
- Pipe bending
- Material selection
- Pipe welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment testing
Timeline
Pipefitter
Zachary Construction
10.2023 - 10.2025
Pipefitter
PSC Industries
02.2019 - 10.2023
Pipefitter
Performance Contracting
05.2017 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
L.W. Higgins High School