Victor Ferman
Houston,TX
Summary
Boilermaker with over 5 years of experience in maintenance, repairs, shutdowns, turnarounds, and new construction within refinery, petrochemical, and industrial settings. Proficient in blueprint interpretation, rigging, vessel and exchanger maintenance, and welding support. Committed to project efficiency and adherence to company and OSHA safety standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker
Brown & Root
Deer Park, Texas
02.2022 - Current
- Fabricated and assembled boiler components using welding and cutting techniques.
- Inspected completed work for compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance on boilers and related systems to ensure efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in high-pressure environments.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of boilers, tanks, and vats by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new plates or sections.
Journeyman Scaffold Builder/Apprentice Boilermaker
Bilfinger Westcon
Deer Park, Texas
01.2012 - 02.2022
- Designed, installed and repaired boilers used to heat water for generating electric power or providing heat.
- Shaped seams, joints, and irregular edges of pressure vessel sections and structural parts to attain specified fit of parts.
- Tested newly installed boilers for proper functioning under varying load conditions.
- Executed supervisor instructions for specific projects to achieve project goals.
- Conducted maintenance on boiler systems to ensure efficient operation.
- Ensured that all necessary permits were obtained prior to beginning work on a project.
- Assisted with on-site installation of boilers and related systems, contributing to project efficiency.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Managed all phases of construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery.
Lead Scaffold Builder
Brand
Pasadena, Texas
09.2007 - 01.2012
- Installed various types of scaffolds including suspended, supported, mobile, tube and clamp and system scaffolds.
- Supervised scaffolding installation on construction sites for safety and efficiency.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Developed safe work practices to minimize risk while working at heights or confined spaces.
- Maintained safety equipment and tools, ensuring readiness for all job tasks.
- Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Education
GED -
Lincoln Center
Billings, MTSkills
- Welding processes
- Fabrication techniques
- Boiler inspection
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Maintenance procedures
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Scaffold design
- Structural assembly
- Rigging skills
- Safety training
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NCCER Certified for Scaffolding
- NCCER PLUS for Scaffolding
- NCCER for Safety Technician
- NCCER PLUS for Boilermaker
- TWIC
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Boilermaker
Brown & Root
02.2022 - Current
Journeyman Scaffold Builder/Apprentice Boilermaker
Bilfinger Westcon
01.2012 - 02.2022
Lead Scaffold Builder
Brand
09.2007 - 01.2012
GED -
Lincoln Center