Diante M. Plain
Summary
Highly-motivated Pipefitter with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Devoted to giving every job a positive and memorable experience. Proficient at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Claymar Construction
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2025 - Current
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
- Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
Foreman
Turner Construction
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
General Foreman, Pipe Fitter Foreman
Pipe and Steel
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Responsible for overseeing the demolition and installation of varies systems in a safe and timely fashion
- Ensuring the team is working safely and efficiently to complete projects on time and within budget
- Effectively communicating clear instructions with all team members about how to perform tasks, changes in plans or procedures to supervisors who may not be directly involved in day-to-day operations.as well as resolving any issues that may arise during the course of a project
- Coordinating with other team members such as electricians, plumbers, welders, and carpenters to ensure their work is completed in a safe and timely manner
- Maintaining inventory of equipment and materials used on projects to ensure they are available when needed.
Journeyman Pipe Fitter
NCCER
12.2013 - 12.2020
- Assembling and joining piping by means of threaded, chalked, wiped, soldered, brazed fused, or cemented joints;
- Planning sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and cutting pipe;
- Threading and ending pipe by hand or with pipe bending machine;
- Testing piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges;
- Securing pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools
- Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
- General knowledge of plumbing and pipe system layout, according to specifications
- Solid knowledge and understanding of system operation, building plans and working drawings.
Safety Technician
BASF/Monsanto
04.2012 - 11.2013
- Providing site safety support to prevent and mitigate employee injuries and illnesses
- Creating an safety culture environment,
- Incident, Accident Investigation & Reporting, Investigate incidents involving company property, employees, or temporary employees
- Prepare documentation to ensure an adequate investigation and preservation of evidence is completed
- Regulatory Compliance: Assist with the administration of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations such as OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, and NFPA
- Field and Job Site Inspections & Observations, Perform job hazard analysis to identify hazards within the workplace
- Stop any operations if the health, safety, or environmental risks are unacceptable
- Requires the ability to climb scaffold and enter confined spaces on job sites
- Coach and guide employees and management regarding safety compliance issues and safe product applications
Education
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Southern University and A&M College
Skills
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts or longer
- Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
- Knowledge of quality standards currently attained and good quality
- Microsoft Office,
- Able to understand, analyze, and resolve technical problems in work area
- Have a desire to learn and develop technical skills to keep current with changing operations
- Comfortable working with computers and able to learn new systems quickly
- Strong written and verbal communication skills Able to communicate well, verbally and in writing, and have strong reading comprehension and listening skills
- Strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills
- Demonstrate leadership skills – inspiring others and lead them through influence
- Have a high regard for personal safety and the safety of others (Safety is a top priority)
- Able to work overtime when needed (including weekends & holidays)
Certifications
Current Valid US Driver's License, TWIC, Security Passport, 12 Basic Plus Reciprocal Courses, & NCCER Pipe Fitter Certification
Timeline
Supervisor
Claymar Construction
01.2025 - Current
Foreman
Turner Construction
01.2023 - 11.2024
General Foreman, Pipe Fitter Foreman
Pipe and Steel
01.2020 - 01.2023
Journeyman Pipe Fitter
NCCER
12.2013 - 12.2020
Safety Technician
BASF/Monsanto
04.2012 - 11.2013
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Southern University and A&M College