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Work History
Education
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Jermaz Simmons

Smithfield,VA

Summary

Highly trained Pipefitter offering excellent skills in managing teams and running piping systems Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing pipe systems is highly sought. Dependable pipe fitter skilled in using pressure gauge and hydrostatic testing to inspect, examine and test different piping systems and pipelines. Proficient in removing and replacing worn components and cutting, threading and hammering pipes to specification.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

X42 Pipefitter

Huntington Ingalls Industries
09.2013 - 04.2021
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems on nuclear aircraft carrier .
  • Qualification: tank entry, fall safe harness, brazing, welding, confined space, m1019, Radcon, hydro testing, air testing, clean cutting, scissorlift and etc.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment like respirator
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, stainless steel tubing copper tubing
  • Also brazing and rigging and hanging pipes
  • Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
  • Used welding tools, including tig, flux-cord and stickwelding equipment to assemble and secure pipes, tubes and fittings.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws and burning torches to perform
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials weighing up to 75-100 pounds to prepare materials for construction.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
  • Inspected and testing pipe systems through pressurized hydro testing and air testing to verify safety and reliability.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specification
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws and burning torches to perform task

Pipefitter

Day & Zimmermann
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Utilized welding equipment and Type tools to safely complete predetermined operations .
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.

Equipment Mechanic

Day & Zimmermann
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed basic welding, brazing and soldering.
  • Conducted general maintenance procedures on schedule.
  • Ordered, modified and fabricated parts to complete repairs.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
  • Analyzed malfunctioning equipment and determined type of repairs required.
  • Used hand tools to disassemble equipment, perform repair work and then reassemble parts.
  • Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics and braking systems to return machines to service.
  • Read and understood technical drawings, schematics and manuals in order to make accurate updates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Smithfield High School
Smithfield, VA
06.2013

ASE Certifications - Automotive Mechanics

Pruden Center For Industry & Technology
Suffolk, VA
06.2013

Skills

  • Blueprints and Schematics
  • Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
  • Pipefitting
  • Installation and Maintenance
  • Hand and power tools
  • Shop crane and forklifts
  • Team player
  • Plumbing
  • Welding
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Brazing

Certification

  • Certified: engine performance, brakes, and electrical/electrical systems

Additional Information

Piping systems i have installed, maintained,or cut-out

  • AFFF
  • Fire main
  • Fresh water
  • Main steam
  • Drain systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Temporary steams
  • Chill water lines
  • Hi & low pressure air
  • Lube oil
  • Hydraulic lines

Timeline

Equipment Mechanic

Day & Zimmermann
09.2022 - Current

Pipefitter

Day & Zimmermann
09.2021 - 11.2021

X42 Pipefitter

Huntington Ingalls Industries
09.2013 - 04.2021

High School Diploma -

Smithfield High School

ASE Certifications - Automotive Mechanics

Pruden Center For Industry & Technology
Jermaz Simmons