Tony Rodriguez
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Accomplished Corrosion Technician with a proven track record at National Grid USA, enhancing pipeline integrity and reducing maintenance costs through innovative corrosion management and protective coatings application. Demonstrates strong leadership and a robust work ethic, adept in structural integrity assessment and heavy equipment operation. Skilled in fostering safety compliance and efficiency, significantly improving asset longevity and operational performance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrosion Technician
National Grid USA
10.2018 - 08.2024
- Decreased downtime due to corrosion issues by proactively identifying problem areas and implementing preventive measures.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential application in improving current corrosion management processes, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Developed custom corrosion models to predict future asset performance, enabling proactive decision-making in resource allocation and maintenance planning.
- Generated and maintained reports covering rectifiers, bonds, pipeline isolation and corrosion control reports.
- Performed detailed coating inspections on critical infrastructure components, contributing to increased longevity and reduced maintenance expenses.
- Improved pipeline integrity by conducting thorough inspections and recommending appropriate repair methods.
Lead Mechanic
National Grid USA
06.2005 - 10.2018
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Installation of natural gas lines to homes and commercial buildings,
- Repair and maintain all gas infrastructures
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Assist and supervise natural gas contractors on various sites on repairing , locating facilities, installations and advising on problem solution on site.
- Operation of all light and heavy construction equipment. Jack hammer, gas line tapping and repair tools and equipment, Backhoe, Bobcat skid steers, Pinwheel trencher, Directional drilling rig, large and small towing trailers and vacuum trucks.
Gas Customer Service First Responder
National Grid, Natural Gas
01.2001 - 06.2005
- Maintained optimal functionality of home owner and commercial natural gas equipment and performing routine inspections and coordinating necessary repairs or replacements as needed.
- On site first response to assist customers with gas emergencies such as gas leaks investigations and damaged gas lines, natural gas equipment failures or questions , gas meter installation and removal, electric meter removal and installation
Signal Support Specialist (31U)
US Army
01.1987 - 07.2001
- Maintained accurate inventory maintenance of all computer and radio communication equipment.
- Improved communication efficiency by installing and maintaining signal support systems in all company (Bravo co. MSB) vehicles, buildings and any training events and excursions.
- Tested signal-level equipment for operational performance within prescribed tolerances.
- Run and maintain all company telephone and wired communications in field settings,
- Head of operations of Commo shop and and all company communication equipment.
- Occasional head classes on operating and maintenance to company on multiple communication equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
Brentwood, NY06.1992
Skills
- Visual Inspection Techniques
- Structural Integrity Assessment
- Coating Inspection
- Health and safety compliance
- Corrosion Monitoring
- Protective Coatings Application
- Soil Resistivity Testing
- Pipeline Integrity Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Strong leadership skills
Timeline
Corrosion Technician
National Grid USA
10.2018 - 08.2024
Lead Mechanic
National Grid USA
06.2005 - 10.2018
Gas Customer Service First Responder
National Grid, Natural Gas
01.2001 - 06.2005
Signal Support Specialist (31U)
US Army
01.1987 - 07.2001
High School Diploma -
Brentwood High School
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