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THOMAS HENSON

Orange,TX

Summary

Dynamic Service Technician with proven expertise at Rio Marine in preventive maintenance and electrical troubleshooting. Adept at installing systems and ensuring safety compliance, I excel in problem-solving and team collaboration. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency, I bring a strong commitment to quality and a proactive approach to equipment repair and maintenance.

Enthusiastic boilermaker offering several years of experience interpreting work orders and applying information to project needs. Promoting safety in every task. Sharp and highly trained with desire to work within the field sector.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Technician

Rio Marine
Port Arthur, Texas
01.2025 - Current
  • Conducted preventive maintenance on various machines and systems to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Performed onsite equipment repairs at customer locations, minimizing downtime.
  • Executed routine inspections of shipboard electrical systems to identify potential issues proactively.
  • Installed new systems following manufacturer specifications for optimal performance.
  • Diagnosed problems and formulated effective solutions for diverse customer equipment issues.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of service calls, repairs, and parts inventory.
  • Followed stringent safety protocols while working in potentially hazardous environments.
  • Repaired electrical motors, generators, and other components to restore functionality.

Boilermaker

Cypress Bayou Industrial
Orange , TX
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assembled components into complete units through precise welding techniques.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines using a ruler or scribe for accuracy.
  • Removed old insulation from pipes to prepare for new installation.
  • Repaired damaged areas of boilers, tanks, and vats by replacing defective sections.
  • Constructed steel structures following blueprints provided by engineers.
  • Cut materials to size utilizing torches and hand tools effectively.
  • Installed and repaired boilers, pressure vessels, and heavy metal fabrications efficiently.
  • Conducted weld tests to ensure compliance with strength specifications.

Boilermaker/ Leadman/Material Handler

Fusion Mechanical
Vidor, Texas
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Operated skid steer for solar field construction in Tampa, Florida, starting in 2021.
  • Promoted to leadman in Albany, New York, mid-2022, overseeing installation processes.
  • Installed 18-30ft tubes on metal I-beams anchored securely in the ground.
  • Managed logistics and material handling, tracking inventory from small parts to large tubes.
  • Diagnosed boiler issues, repaired equipment, and constructed new boilers per specifications.
  • Replaced gaskets, valves, piping connections, and other components as needed.
  • Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
  • Examined boilers, pressure vessels, tanks and vats to locate leaks, weak spots and defective sections.
  • Assembled and checked each boiler for defects.

Electrical Technician

Entergy
Silsbee, Texas
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Installed the new AMI meters and fixed small electrical problems as they came up.
  • During this time I was also able to assist on bigger electrical problems inside and around the location of the meter box.
  • Connect and disconnect wires running to the circuit breaker, transformers, or other components.
  • Repair and replace wiring, using hand and power tools.
  • Assemble, install, test or maintain electrical wiring.
  • Using testing devices, such as ohmmeter, voltmeters to ensure compatibility and safety of system.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Process Operations/ Safety Health

Lamar Orange
Orange, TX

Skills

  • Equipment Operator
  • Twic Card
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment repair
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • System installation
  • Safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Time management

Timeline

Service Technician

Rio Marine
01.2025 - Current

Boilermaker

Cypress Bayou Industrial
01.2024 - 12.2024

Boilermaker/ Leadman/Material Handler

Fusion Mechanical
01.2019 - 12.2023

Electrical Technician

Entergy
01.2017 - 01.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Process Operations/ Safety Health

Lamar Orange
THOMAS HENSON