To obtain a permanent position with a growing co. Self-starter with over 17 years of petro/chem and industrial high pressure system experience. Offering a strong background in inspecting and testing piping systems. Looking for a long term Quality Control position with a strong company-based organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
QC/QA
Elite Turnaround Services
02.2022 - 06.2025
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.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Conducted thorough inspections of materials and products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Developed and implemented inspection protocols that enhanced product quality consistency.
Ensured adherence to safety regulations and industry standards during all inspection processes.
Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Lead Pipefitter Journeyman
Specialty Welding and Turnarounds SWAT
01.2018 - 02.2022
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining. Cut prep bevel layout pipe utilizing stands set up for welds .
Performed hydrostatic/air pressure testing of piping.
Assembled and demo out existing piping an piping components valves,fittings, boilers, tanks, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to new job scope/plans.
Measure out pipe & Cut pipes with electrical hand tools precision cut an beveled to prepare pipe for welding procedures.
Installed Threaded piping systems and installed threaded pipe fittings, utilized a pipe threading machine with dies.
Pipefitter Foreman
Fluor Corp.
12.2016 - 11.2017
Maintained strong quality control standards to prevent costly rework.
Managed employee training for maximum performance and safety.
Used work orders, verbal directions and technical documentation to coordinate team plans.
Enforced safety and client-specific policies procedures on job sites to protect workers and general public.
Completed site reports and team paperwork, including materials requisitions, RFIs and log books.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Oversaw 16 helpers/ apprentices, answered questions and provided feedback on work.
Pipefitter Journeyman
Turnaround Welding Services
06.2015 - 10.2016
Read and interpret specifications,
Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing prep grind bevel an clean for weld set up an weld procedure.
Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
Read and interpreted specifications,
Carefully inspected worksites to determine presence of any obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Boilermaker Foreman
Zachry Group
10.2013 - 02.2015
Located and marked reference points for columns or plates on boiler foundations by using blueprints and isometric, p&id prints
Verified pressure vessels were opened, cleaned and repaired.
Followed all safety procedures and protocols to remain compliant with both employer and client.
Inspected and assembled vessels and individual components, including tubes, fittings, valves, controls and auxiliary mechanisms to locate any defects.
Analyzed specifications, diagrams and blueprints for each job.
Mentored 12 helpers and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
Signaled to crane/support operator to lift piping, components to specific positions & locations according to drawings.
Pipefitter Journeyman
JV Industrial Companies
02.2010 - 06.2013
Responsible for new fabrication layouts of all piping systems,
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE.
Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Milby High School
Houston, TX
07.1997
Some College (No Degree) -
Houston Community College
Houston, TX
Skills
Experienced with iso's p&ids 3d dimensional drawings
Material prepping
Job order prioritization
Piping specifications
Equipment testing
Team management
Good mechanical aptitude
Project organization
LEVEL I/II CERT
MS Office
Process improvement / sap sytems
Nccer plus Pipefitterr ,Nccer Boilermaker,Nccer Ironworker ,Nccer Rigger
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