Travis Hoke
Buna
Summary
Highly trained Boilermaker offering excellent skills in flame cutting and repairs. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing boiler systems is highly sought. Experienced in assembly, maintenance, repair and construction of boilers and heat systems. Proficient in conducting tests to assess dimension intolerances and hydrostatic levels. Hardworking with superior technical problem-solving abilities. Skilled with solid safety record. Very punctual and dependable and would love to be able to contribute these positive characteristics when selected.
Reliable professional with superior work ethic and exceptional attention to detail. Offering in-depth knowledge of power and hand tool operations. Assists maintenance crew in routine maintenance and boilermaker basic repair activities.
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.
Experienced professional offering proven safety record, performance-oriented nature and strong history of accomplishment in environments. Background training and mentoring team members to optimize performance and improve quality. Reliable, industrious and diplomatic in resolving concerns.
Resourceful Boilermaker Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in precision delegating job task, blueprint reading, and safety compliance; these specialized skills ensure top-quality project delivery. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities enable successful team management and project execution under tight deadlines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boilermaker Foreman
Triple S Industrial
Lumberton
06.2023 - Current
- Troubleshot problems with boiler systems in order to identify root causes of issues.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
- Performed maintenance on existing boilers as needed in order to ensure optimal performance.
- Made sure the crews knew the job task and broke it down into steps and explained the procedures.
- Trained apprentices in safe work practices when working with boilers, exchangers, towers, and vessels.
- Maintained records of daily job progress and material usage.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment for Boilermaker projects.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while completing jobs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
Boilermaker
Ohmstede Industrial Service
Port Arthur
09.2018 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced or installed components to correct operating deficiencies
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches and specifications for each job
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites
Boilermaker
Leak Sealers
Beaumont
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Lubricated wearing surfaces of mechanical parts using oils or other lubricants
- Reviewed and disassembled control valves prior to completing skilled repairs
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced or installed components to correct operating deficiencies
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer
Boilermaker
Southeast Texas Industrial Services Inc.
Buna
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Perform flange Bolt up
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced or installed components to correct operating deficiencies
- Assisted Welding Operations
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions
Boilermaker
SMW Projects
Lumberton
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Assisted with welding equipment and pneumatic and electric tools to safely complete predetermined operations
- Perform Flange Bolt up
- Install blinds
Roustabout
Southeast Texas Oilfield Services
Spurger
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Offloaded and loaded crane load and assisted crane operator
- Listened carefully to supervisors to understand directions and then carried out all work responsibilities efficiently
- Installed and repaired pipes, valves and pumps when on job sites
- Perform Flange Bolt up
- Wrap Pipe
Maintenance Worker
Ameriforge/Afglobal Corp
Woodville
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Mig & Stick Welding
- Perform work on boilers
- Wash hysters & change oil
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment
- Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance
Boilermaker, Helper
Trinity Industrial Services
Beaumont
05.2014 - 10.2014
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality
- Performed bolt up
- Assisted where needed
Warehouse Worker
Good Value Home Improvement Center
Silsbee
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Transferred inventory to and from target destinations using forklifts and other transportation vehicles
- Readied product pallets for optimal storage and shipment, carefully organizing boxes and balancing weight
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading
- Used forklifts and pallet jacks to relocate products
- Operated company vehicles and heavy equipment with focus on safety and risk management
- Updated daily logs with regular shift activities and incident details
- Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order in line with OSHA requirements
Education
High School Diploma -
Kountze High School
Kountze, TXSkills
- Analysis of defects
- Cleaning and maintenance
- Vessel inspection
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Repair Work
- Parts and Components Fabrication
- Welding
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift Operation
- Assembly and Production
- Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
- Safety and compliance
- Boiler maintenance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Hand and power tools
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking capacity
- Rigging
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team coordination
- Delegation skills
- Employee training
Certification
- NCCER Boilermaker
- Fit Tested
- Confined Space Certified
- TWIC holder
Timeline
Boilermaker Foreman
Triple S Industrial
06.2023 - Current
Boilermaker
Leak Sealers
12.2019 - 01.2020
Boilermaker
Ohmstede Industrial Service
09.2018 - Current
Boilermaker
Southeast Texas Industrial Services Inc.
04.2018 - 07.2018
Boilermaker
SMW Projects
02.2018 - 05.2018
Roustabout
Southeast Texas Oilfield Services
10.2016 - 03.2017
Maintenance Worker
Ameriforge/Afglobal Corp
11.2014 - 07.2016
Boilermaker, Helper
Trinity Industrial Services
05.2014 - 10.2014
Warehouse Worker
Good Value Home Improvement Center
06.2012 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Kountze High School