Tanner Dawson
Vidor,Texas
Summary
My name is Tanner Dawson, and I am 27 years old. I've worked since I was 18 inside and out of Exxon Mobil Refinery (mostly in) and am experienced in many more areas. I’ve mostly done Ropes Access Inspection work, but I’ve done some boilermaking and pipe fitting work as well as some heavy equipment operating as well. I’ve spent the majority of my inspection career doing ISQ UTT on ropes, mixed with RT and PT. This past year (2025) obtained my API 510 cert and am looking to get my API 570 this year as well. I'm a dedicated worker for my family and very dependable. I'm a strong team leader, good listener, and a quick learner. I will do anything and everything to keep my employer satisfied and my family above water. I appreciate it if you’re reading this and hope you can trust me to impress you with my work ethic. Thank you.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ropes Access API 510
Acuren Inspection
Beaumont, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Performed NDE needs using Ropes access( ISQ UTT, RT, PT, Visuals.)
- Gained my API 510 cert in September 2025.
- Moved into an Inspector role begging of December of 2025.
- Microsoft Excel, Word, spreadsheets.
- PCMS, data entry.
ISQ UT Tech/Ropes Tech
Stronghold Inspection
Port Arthur, TX
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Performed baselines on equipment and piping.
- Did field sketches for equipment and piping circuits.
- Performed internals, externals and rope tasks.
- Performed MT's, PT's and PMI.
- Performed leadership roles.
- Valero/Diamond Green Diesel
UT/Ropes Tech
Premium- Acuren Inspection
Beaumont, TX
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Gained experience in RT, Ropes and UT.
- Performed everyday maintenance jobs ranging from tanks to towers to pipe.
- Inspected and tested all kinds of structures in multiple units.
- Walking out blueprints.
- Using jips.
- Exxon Mobil
Foreman/Operator
Turner Industries Group LLC
Beaumont, TX
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Trained crew members on how to safely and efficiently operate equipment.
- Delegated tasks according to project requirements as well as unique team member training and skills.
- Compiled operational data into reports to help management spot trends and resolve problems.
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
- Maintained units (Exxon Mobil Beaumont Refinery).
- Helped with operator's tasks.
- Operated, maintained and performed repairs on equipment.
- Regulated system conditions to balance power generation, cost and safety concerns.
Boilermaker
Ohmstede
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Followed all safety procedures and protocols to remain compliant with both employer and client.
- Studied blueprints to determine locations, relationships and dimensions of parts.
- Analyzed specifications, diagrams and blueprints for each job.
- Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate defects, including leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
- Shaped seams, joints and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts in order to attain specified fit of parts.
- Inspected and assembled vessels and individual components, including tubes, fittings, valves, controls and auxiliary mechanisms to locate any defects.
- Turnaround job (short term job).
Boilermaker
3W Construction
Pasadena, TX
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Followed all safety procedures and protocols to remain compliant with both employer and client.
- Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate defects, including leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
- Shaped seams, joints and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts in order to attain specified fit of parts.
- Inspected and assembled vessels and individual components, including tubes, fittings, valves, controls and auxiliary mechanisms to locate any defects.
- Cleaned pressure vessel equipment by using scrapers, wire brushes and cleaning solvents.
- Verified pressure vessels were opened, cleaned and repaired.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
- Turnaround job (short term job).
Warehouse Manager
Kommercial Kitchens
Beaumont, TX
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to new employees.
- Scheduled shifts for employees ensuring appropriate staffing for each shift across all positions.
- Researched issues to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Planned and implemented layout enhancements to promote efficiency and maximize space utilization.
Plumbers Helper
Allstar Plumbing
Beaumont, TX
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Learned how to complete semi-skilled work like laying new pipe and connecting fittings.
- Helped plumber work efficiently by carrying and organizing supplies, tools and equipment.
- Tested and checked systems to locate and correct leaks.
- Carried and maneuvered heavy objects such as tubs, dishwashers and toilets at customer locations.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Vidor High School
05.2017
Skills
- TWIC
- API 510
- Ropes Access LVL 1
- ISQ UTT
- Microsoft Excel
- PCMS
- Data Entry
- Project
- Blueprint and Schematics Interpretation
- Safety Protocols
- OSHA
- Machining and production standards
- Materials movement
- Documentation ability
- Equipment operation
- Ropes Access
- UT Tech
- ISQ
- Manlift
- Scissor lift
- Other equipment
Certification
- TWIC Card
- LVL 1 Ropes (Eligible for LVL 2) - SPRAT
- LVL 2 UT Thickness Tech
- 40 Hour RAD Training
- State Card Eligible
- ASNT ISQ UTT
- PT Classroom hours
Personal Information
Age: 24
Timeline
Ropes Access API 510
Acuren Inspection
03.2024 - Current
ISQ UT Tech/Ropes Tech
Stronghold Inspection
08.2022 - 03.2024
UT/Ropes Tech
Premium- Acuren Inspection
03.2022 - 07.2022
Foreman/Operator
Turner Industries Group LLC
02.2020 - 03.2022
Boilermaker
Ohmstede
11.2019 - 02.2020
Boilermaker
3W Construction
09.2019 - 11.2019
Warehouse Manager
Kommercial Kitchens
09.2018 - 07.2019
Plumbers Helper
Allstar Plumbing
11.2017 - 07.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Vidor High School