Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
2x Employee of the year at Tilley’s Pressure Testing (2023,2024)
Timeline
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Terris Giles

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Dynamic Level 2 NDT Inspector at Tilly’s Pressure Testing, recognized for enhancing inspection efficiency through advanced NDT methods. Proven ability to lead teams and improve safety standards, while adeptly operating forklifts. Strong collaborator with exceptional troubleshooting skills, committed to delivering quality results in high-pressure environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Level 2 NDT Inspector

Tilly’s Pressure Testing
04.2023 - 08.2025
  • Shift lead
  • Supported quality assurance initiatives by providing detailed reports on findings from NDT inspections.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials. Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using skill and technique reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
  • Increased efficiency in inspection processes through the utilization of advanced NDT methods such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and radiographic testing.
  • Improved safety standards by identifying and reporting defects in metals, composites, and other industrial products.
  • Managed successful teams of employees and contractors on projects of all sizes. Also performed tear-downs and rebuilds on heavy Frac iron while operating forklift's, man baskets, ladders and any special necessity tools needed to perform the job.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to identify potential areas of concern in product design and manufacturing processes.
  • Reduced downtime for all assigned projects

Fuel Technician

Delta Fuel Company
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Enhanced workplace safety by proactively identifying potential hazards during routine inspections and taking corrective actions as necessary.
  • Repair/Rebuild Frac Fuel boxes and or Frac Fuel hoses.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment/ Fueling system and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Fueled all equipment/ machines every day while maintaining accurate record of dispensed fuel for invoicing and inventory purposes.
  • Performed essential duties regularly requiring lifting up to 200 pounds and working with hydraulic tools and everyday use tools such as anywhere from wrenches to Hi Torque equipment machinery.
  • Closely followed safety procedures and corrected errors to avoid workplace mishap and injury.
  • Expedited repair times by effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and potential impact on operations.
  • Ensured safe work environment, adhering to strict safety protocols during fuel handling and storage procedures.

Refuse Collector

Solid Waste
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Alerted supervisors of setbacks immediately to maintain schedules and explain late pickups.
  • Adapted routes based on changing traffic and weather conditions to stay on schedule and maintain efficiency.
  • Dismounted and remounted trucks according to strict safety standards and schedules.
  • Performed special pickups to collect recyclable items like televisions and computers.
  • Ensured proper vehicle maintenance, conducting pre-and post-trip inspections to minimize potential mechanical issues during daily operations.
  • Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities 6 days per week.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.

Crew Leader

Sonic
05.2020 - 11.2021
  • Collaborated with team members to quickly fill large orders and serve large parties.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the dining area, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and concerns with empathy and professionalism, working to resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Multitasked frequently by working as a cook in the kitchen and also as a car hop by answering the headset to help car hop's and managers when extremely busy.
  • Proactively identified and implemented process improvements to enhance team speed and efficiency, reducing errors and customer complaints during high-volume shifts.

Education

Associate of Business Management - Business Management

Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School
Shreveport,LA
05-2021

Skills

  • Forklift Operator/ Pallet jack
  • Teamwork/Leadership
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Hand tools/ Power tools/ Hydraulic tools/ Hi Torque tools etc
  • Inventory/ Stock
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Flexibility
  • Weld inspection
  • Liquid penetrant testing/ magnetic particle inspection
  • pressure testing
  • Equipment operation

Accomplishments

  • Supervised/ Led a team of 3 on a Zeus Manifold Trailer, Full teardown and rebuild. Took approximately 4 days on a weeks worth job saving the company labor hours and giving the customer immense satisfaction due us getting the manifold trailer ready before the estimated timeframe
  • Achieved some of the highest scores on all tests during my Non-Destructive Testing classes showing I was a great listener and eager to learn while retaining as much knowledge as possible.
  • Promoted to Crew Shift Leader after less than four months of employment at multiple companies I've worked for. Sonic Drive-IN, Tilley's pressure testing.
  • Won "Employee of the Month" award consecutively 3 times. Also winning employee of the month at minimum 12 months out of the 2 year time frame at Tilley's pressure testing.
  • 2x Employee of the year award at Tilley's Pressure testing (2023,2024)

Certification

Twice recognized as Employee of the Year, awarded through a peer and management voting process based on strict criteria including attendance, teamwork, attitude, reliability, resilience, innovative thinking, and leadership. Selected unanimously by both coworkers and management.

2x Employee of the year at Tilley’s Pressure Testing (2023,2024)

Twice recognized as Employee of the Year, awarded through a peer and management voting process based on strict criteria including attendance, teamwork, attitude, reliability, resilience, innovative thinking, and leadership. Selected unanimously by both coworkers and management.

Timeline

Level 2 NDT Inspector

Tilly’s Pressure Testing
04.2023 - 08.2025

Fuel Technician

Delta Fuel Company
11.2022 - 04.2023

Refuse Collector

Solid Waste
11.2021 - 11.2022

Crew Leader

Sonic
05.2020 - 11.2021

Associate of Business Management - Business Management

Southern University At Shreveport

High School Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School

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