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SAMUEL GABLE

Braxton,Ms

Summary

Results-driven Foreman/Superintendent with 8 years in pipeline construction and 2 years in inspection. Skilled in managing crews, project planning, inspections, and safety compliance. Expertise in pipe coating and trenching techniques, with a focus on maintaining safe job sites. Proven ability to train and motivate teams while ensuring high-quality outcomes and adherence to safety regulations. Skilled inspector with solid experience in quality control, safety procedures, and compliance protocols. Strong understanding of inspection tools and techniques, adept at identifying inconsistencies and implementing corrective actions. Noteworthy ability to drive continuous process improvements while ensuring adherence to industry regulations. Consistently contributed to achieving high-quality standards in previous roles.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Craft Inspector/ Chief Inspector

Ruiz USA
Miami, Florida
01.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure the contractor is performing tasks under appropriate standards and procedures.
  • Coordinated with regulatory agencies during projects.
  • Reviewed inspection reports for accuracy and completeness before submission.
  • Met with employees to discuss job performance and offered suggestions to improve efficiency.
  • Provided guidance on how best to handle difficult situations encountered during the project.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure that all inspection requirements are met.
  • Assessed the performance of inspectors and provided feedback for improvement.
  • Maintained records of all inspection results and documented any discrepancies found during inspections.
  • Communicated effectively with construction manager/ project manager about any changes needed on the project.
  • Ensured that all equipment used for inspections is properly calibrated before use.
  • Identified potential hazards or risks associated with various processes inspected.
  • I perform QC over the contractor with the sandblasting and coating process of ARO and FBE pipe using a variety of two-part epoxies. When I am not overseeing coating being done, I oversee HDD operations, I QC basic utility work such as stripping topsoil, segregating soils, digging, backfilling, and the stringing, skidding up of pipe on skids, as well as pigging operations, and pressure testing. I am also versed in shooting in GPS locations using Trimble. I am knowledgeable when it comes to distribution work in the road but all aspects of pipeline as well including transmission.
  • Verified that all welders have the necessary qualifications prior to production welding.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inspections conducted within the facility.
  • Ensured that safety guidelines were followed during welding operations.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Documented inspection results in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted visual inspections and non-destructive testing of welds to ensure code compliance.
  • Inspected welding operations for adherence to quality control standards.
  • Conducted inspections of surface preparation applied to steel pipe.
  • Performed profile readings after sandblasting to determine correct anchor profile with blast media being used.
  • Verified environmental parameters in specification to prepare for blasting and coating activities.
  • Evaluated quality of paints, managed mixes and checked coverage for compliance with job specifications.
  • Documented inspection results and maintained detailed records for compliance reporting.
  • Pressure testing newly installed pipelines in accordance with the gas company and the contractor.
  • Conducted pipeline pigging operations to ensure system integrity and efficiency.
  • Supervised HDD processes to maintain safety and quality standards.
  • Executed GPS data collection using Trimble equipment for accurate site mapping.
  • Reviewed drawings and blueprints to complete inspections at designated levels.
  • Identified production concerns and collaborated with supervisors to develop solutions, ensuring project standards were met.
  • Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on time.
  • Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
  • Documented inspection findings in detailed reports, highlighting performance metrics, quality assessments, and defect rates.
  • Evaluated construction quality and company policies.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Communicated project progress, site challenges, and labor status to supervisors, facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.

Working Foreman/ Superintendent

Asimpa Pipeline Services
Heflin, AL
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Delegated tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of daily work assignments.
  • Reviewed documentation and safety materials and implemented work site procedures.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
  • Ensured compliance with safety, productivity, and quality standards on every job site.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Led worksite preparation and project planning for smoothly run jobs.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Accomplished tasks according to schedule, assisting team members to meet deadlines.
  • Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
  • Conducted daily JSA meetings to clarify tasks and responsibilities.
  • Managed daily reports and time to be sent into the HR department.
  • Talked with the inspector to ensure that our daily reports line up, having the same number of pay items listed.
  • Observe the process of readying the ROW for access with machines and work trucks by installing truck mats.
  • Observe the process of bridging over existing lines and across creeks with timber bridge mats.
  • Install goal posts and flagging under power lines.
  • Oversee a crew of 4 to 6 employees in the process of anomaly digs.
  • Took photos to document site images.
  • Laid out and fielded staked utility lines and other features, facilitating accurate measurements.
  • Located and determined depths of underground facilities and lines using locating equipment.
  • Oversaw the excavation process by ensuring operator keeps his 2' distance on top and the sides of the existing pipe.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers and falling objects, maximizing safe working conditions.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
  • Assigned and supervised team activities while providing constructive feedback to maintain project momentum.
  • Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety standards and OSHA regulations.
  • Installed type A and B sleeves over the existing pipeline.
  • Observed the backfill operations after the coating process in done, backfilling and padding dirt in 1' lifts to ensure proper compaction.
  • Observed the seeding and fertilizing after the backfill operations. Final stabilization of ROW by blowing straw over newly seeded area.
  • After job is complete, we started on the clean up of the ROW, removing all equipment and everything brought in to do the job.
  • Kept up with daily notes of what my days consist of.
  • Organized daily tasks to enhance productivity.

Certified NACE Level 2/ API 1169 Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
Nashville, TN
03.2022 - 10.2022

At the position I held, I performed QC over the contractor with the sandblasting and coating process of ARO and FBE pipe using a variety of two-part epoxies, installation of Canusa Scar-Guard over the ARO pipe before a drill or bore section is pulled, and the painting of above ground fabrications using Sherwin Williams paints. When I am not overseeing coating being done, I QC basic utility work such as stripping top soil, segregating soils, digging, backfilling, and the stringing, skidding up of pipe on skids. I am knowledgeable when it comes to distribution work in the road but all aspects of pipeline as well including transmission.

  • Reviewed drawings and blueprints to complete inspection at appropriate levels.
  • Identified production concerns and collaborated with supervisors to address and resolve issues.
  • Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
  • Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
  • Conducted inspections of surface preparation applied to steel pipe.
  • Performed profile readings after sandblasting to determine correct anchor profile with blast media being used.
  • Monitored environmental parameters to ensure compliance with specifications prior to blasting or coating.
  • Evaluated construction quality and company policies.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve project requirements, develop effective solutions, and meet deadlines.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
  • Evaluated quality of paints, managed mixes and checked coverage for compliance with job specifications.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Maintained detailed progress records to ensure adherence to strict deadlines and facilitate necessary adjustments.

Foreman (Transmission)

Southeast Connections LLC
Conyers, GA
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
  • Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Led worksite preparation and project planning for smoothly run jobs.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Fostered open communication among team members, enhancing collaboration and addressing issues promptly.
  • Accomplished tasks according to schedule, assisting team members to meet deadlines.
  • Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
  • Holds daily JSA meetings so everyone has an understanding of the tasks.
  • Compiled and submitted daily reports and time records to HR, ensuring accurate documentation of project activities.
  • Talk with the inspector to ensure that our daily reports line up, having the same number of pay items listed.
  • Observe the process of readying the ROW for access with machines and work trucks by installing truck mats.
  • Observe the process of bridging over existing lines and across creeks with timber bridge mats.
  • Install goal posts and flagging under power lines.
  • Oversee a crew of 4 to 6 employees in the process of anomaly digs.
  • Assist TEAM in the assessment of the coating and pipe.
  • Oversee the application of installing wax tape wrap, Powercrete-F1, SP-2888 and SP-4888 epoxy coating.
  • Took photos to document site images.
  • Laid out and fielded staked utility lines and other features, facilitating accurate measurements.
  • Located and determined depths of underground facilities and lines using Pipehorn locating equipment.
  • Oversee the excavation process by ensuring operator keeps his 2' distance on top and the sides of the existing pipe.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers and falling objects, maximizing safe working conditions.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
  • Directed team activities by assigning tasks, supervising progress, and providing constructive feedback to ensure project alignment.
  • Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety standards and OSHA regulations.
  • Observe the backfill operations after the coating process is done, backfilling and padding dirt in 1' lifts to ensure proper compaction.
  • Observe the seeding and fertilizing after the backfill operations. Final stabilization of ROW by blowing straw over newly seeded area.
  • After job is complete, we start on the clean up of the ROW, removing all equipment and everything brought in to do the job.
  • Also working in every aspect of new construction.
  • Performed tie-ins to connect pipeline sections securely.
  • Setting trench boxes
  • Sloping to appropriate types of soil
  • Installing shoring
  • Pressure testing with charts, crystal gauges, deadman weights
  • Running pigs and caliper tools
  • Using air dryers
  • Keeping up with daily notes of what my days consist of.
  • Managed time effectively to meet project deadlines and objectives.

Coating & Pipe Foreman (Distribution)

Triton Construction
Rockvale, TN
07.2019 - 12.2020
  • Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
  • Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Identified and addressed potential hazards, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects, to enhance safe working conditions.
  • Worked in accordance with DOT regulations when performing lane shifts or lane closures during roadwork operations.
  • Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Located and marked underground pipes and wires to determine accurate digging locations.
  • Reviewed and carefully followed all safety policies and procedures.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Observed company safety protocols, including trench safety and perimeter establishment, to reduce job site accidents.
  • Implemented strict safety protocols for machinery operation, ensuring compliance with company standards.
  • Oversee a crew of 4 to 6 laborers on the offloading, stringing up and welding of steel pipe on properly built skid settings.
  • Delegated duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.
  • Encouraged and guided field workers to improve work quality and efficiency, contributing to overall project success.
  • Oversee the sandblasting and coating process of steel pipe with two-part epoxy, Denso 7200 and Canusa two part epoxy and Scarguard.
  • Oversee the jeeping of pipe with a holiday detector.
  • Planned and delegated work for multiple construction crews.
  • Controlled traffic around job sites to prevent dangerous situations and job interruptions.
  • Suspended dangerous activities posing active or potential threat to worker health and safety.
  • Oversee the lowering in and HDD pulling of pipe into a bore hole.
  • Oversee the application of Scarguard.
  • Assist in the pumping around of creeks and rivers.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.
  • Managed team member schedules and individual assignments for work crew.
  • Followed all rules and regulations to ensure that job sites were safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
  • Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
  • Ensured complete working knowledge of project scope by carefully reviewing blueprints and specifications prior to starting job.
  • Assisted with TD Williamson operations, including hot tapping and nitrogen purging of lines.
  • Monitored team member work and assisted with accomplishing objectives.
  • Examined pipelines using a pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, [Deadman weights, and other methods.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Evaluated materials for quality and sorted parts and final products.
  • Accomplished tasks according to schedule and helped struggling team members.
  • Cleaned and lubricated equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
  • Trained crew members on how to safely and efficiently operate excavators, skid steers, sweepers, and asphalt rollers.

Crew Foreman

Marlin Services LLC
Stringer, MS
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Promoted a safe and clean working environment.
  • Built relationships with construction manager and contractors to align project priorities and objectives.
  • Maintained safe and secure job site for entire workforce to prevent injuries and errors.
  • Managed work with little supervision.
  • Completed Daily Field Reports to document site activities
  • Completed weekly time sheets to accurately track labor hours
  • Kept and reported multiple receipts on a daily basis.
  • Planned and delegated work for multiple construction crews.
  • Set high standards for safety, productivity, and quality for every job.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to proper depth of ditch on and near hot lines and other utilities.
  • Confirmed adherence to all safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Led laborers in stringing and welding steel pipe on properly constructed skid settings, ensuring quality and compliance.
  • Oversee the sandblasting and coating of steel pipe with two part coatings.
  • Oversee the ditch digging for appropriate depth and width.
  • Oversee the lower in process with multiple pieces of equipment.
  • Oversee the backfilling process for adequate coverage.
  • Updated supervisors weekly on project progress, site challenges, and labor status to maintain transparent communication.
  • Assigned duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Taylorsville High School
Taylorsville, MS
05.2011

Skills

  • Hydraulics
  • Rigging
  • Sandblasting
  • Coating
  • Tie ins
  • Operating equipment
  • Excavation and trench safety
  • Shoring and trench box safety
  • Ditch digging
  • Dirt Compaction
  • Soil Segregation
  • Safety
  • JSA writing
  • Documentation skills
  • Report writing
  • Timesheet management
  • Crew direction
  • Team leadership
  • Continuous improvements
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Planning
  • Organization
  • Supervision
  • Active listening
  • Trench safety
  • Shoring safety
  • Team player
  • Memory
  • Supervision
  • Active listening
  • Planning

Certification

National Welding Inspection School- CPWI+V

Cert. No. 63731938

NACE Coating Inspector level 2 -Certified, Cert. No. 83072

API 1169 Inspector qualification

First Aid/CPR/AED

30 hour OSHA trained

Georgia Environmental Blue Card Level 1A (expired)

Delaware Environmental Blue Card (expired)

Defensive Driving

10 hour OSHA trained

United Trench Safety Competent person trained

Hazwoper and asbestos awareness training (expired)

Professional References

Grant Clemson- Ruiz USA

+1 (423) 426-7852

John Robinette- Ruiz USA

+1 (859) 314-4459

Ricky Gallagher- Ruiz USA

+1 (270) 791-3612

Tracy Dotson- Ruiz USA

+1 (865) 320-8117

Tdots410@gmail.com

Dj Cook- McDaniel Technical Services Inc.

+1 (434) 270-9399

djcooknd701@gmail.com

Dylan Searcy- Tulsa Inspection Services

+1 (903) 330-5795

Draysearcy@yahoo.com

Ty Farrell- Gas Gathering Specialists

(903) 802-8007

tyfarrell@yahoo.com

Robert Helmstetter- Plains All American Pipeline

(225) 623-6061

Franklin Anderson- Benton Inc.

(731) 433-8626

BIlly Williams- Ruiz USA

(334) 791-2374

Jessie Ingram- Cleveland Integrity Services

(501) 757-1733

Lonnie Smith- Safety at Energy Transfer

(918) 497-9375

Scott Acreman

(334) 542-3736

Allan Eason

(601) 765-7232

awecppl12@gmail.com

Steve Darnell- Cleveland Integrity Services

(615) 330-8530

Keith Hull- Cleveland Integrity Services

(501) 951-0918

Ben Ferrell

(903) 353-4163

Ricky Rainey- E/2 Engineering

(251) 599-3626

Timeline

Craft Inspector/ Chief Inspector

Ruiz USA
01.2025 - Current

Working Foreman/ Superintendent

Asimpa Pipeline Services
01.2023 - 01.2025

Certified NACE Level 2/ API 1169 Inspector

Cleveland Integrity Services Inc.
03.2022 - 10.2022

Foreman (Transmission)

Southeast Connections LLC
01.2021 - 02.2022

Coating & Pipe Foreman (Distribution)

Triton Construction
07.2019 - 12.2020

Crew Foreman

Marlin Services LLC
08.2018 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Taylorsville High School
SAMUEL GABLE