Vyshonn Meggs
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Reliable and motivated individual with strong work ethic and passion for hands-on tasks. Knowledge of pipe systems and materials, with skills in cutting, welding, and installing piping systems. With 6+ years of experience in Plant constructions and operations. Dedicated to ensuring high-quality workmanship and contributing to team success.
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and safety, my tenure at Exxon Mobil underscored my proficiency in pipefitting and pressure testing, alongside a keen ability in construction management. Leveraging strong relationship-building skills, I've consistently contributed to project successes, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and driving forward workplace safety initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter
Rubicon Industries- Specialty Welding Services
01.2025 - Current
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
Pipefitter
Shell Norco- Specialty Welding Services
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Pipefitter
CF Industries - Brown and Root
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Pipefitter
Hunt's Refineries - Specialty Welding Services
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by working closely with plumbers, steamfitters, and welders on diverse job sites.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
Pipefitter
Exxon Mobil - Specialty Welding Services, HCU
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Maximized system longevity through routine preventative maintenance checks on existing piping infrastructure within various industrial settings.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by working closely with plumbers, steamfitters, and welders on diverse job sites.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Pipefitter
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, HCLA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
Pipefitter
Honeywell - Specialty Welding Services
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered custom fabrication projects within tight deadlines, utilizing precise cutting and welding techniques to meet specific requirements.
- Optimized pipe system designs for energy efficiency, contributing to sustainability goals and operational savings.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Maximized system longevity through routine preventative maintenance checks on existing piping infrastructure within various industrial settings.
Pipefitter
Dow - Action Industries
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
Pipefitter
Formosa
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
Boilermaker
ExxonMobil Plastics Plant - Brown and Root
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
Boilermaker
ALKY Unit Turnaround ExxonMobil - SWS
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
Boilermaker
Honeywell - Specialty Welding Services
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
Boilermaker
Shell Norco - Brown and Root
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
Boilermaker
Cornerstone - Brown and Root
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
Boilermaker
BASF - Brown and Root
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
Pipefitter Helper
Mosaic - Brown and Root
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
- Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Enhanced safety measures by following proper procedures when handling hazardous materials during pipe installations.
Pipefitter Helper
ExxonMobil - Brown and Root, Pipestil
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
- Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Enhanced safety measures by following proper procedures when handling hazardous materials during pipe installations.
Boilermaker Helper
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, Straco
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Ensured optimal performance of boilers through regular inspection of valves, gauges, fittings, and safety devices as part of preventive maintenance programs.
- Improved workflow, effectively organizing tools and materials needed for various tasks.
- Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance tasks on boilers and associated equipment.
Boilermaker Helper
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, Hula
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Ensured optimal performance of boilers through regular inspection of valves, gauges, fittings, and safety devices as part of preventive maintenance programs.
- Supported quality control efforts by inspecting assembled boilers for defects or leaks.
- Bolstered communication within the team through active participation in meetings, contributing valuable insights on operational challenges faced during projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
Baton Rouge, LA05-2019
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Pipe measuring
- Safety procedures
- Blueprints and specifications
- Pipefitting
- Pressure testing
- Hand and power tools
- Manlift operator
- Forklift operator
- Scissor lift operator
- Material cutting
- Drot operator
- Installation and maintenance
- Planning and Scheduling
- Flange assembly
- Material Coordination
- Construction management
- Time Keeping
- Equipment testing
- OSHA rules and regulations
- CGMP compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Relationship building
- Structural steelwork
- Grinding techniques
- Parts fabrication
- Structural fittings
- Demolition and dismantling
- Task prioritization
- Equipment maintenance
- Relationship building
- Structural steelwork
- Grinding techniques
- Parts fabrication
- Structural fittings
- Demolition and dismantling
- Task prioritization
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- NDE Certification
- Roco Rope Rescue Certification
Timeline
Pipefitter
Rubicon Industries- Specialty Welding Services
01.2025 - Current
Pipefitter
Shell Norco- Specialty Welding Services
10.2024 - 01.2025
Pipefitter
CF Industries - Brown and Root
08.2024 - 10.2024
Pipefitter
Hunt's Refineries - Specialty Welding Services
05.2024 - 08.2024
Pipefitter
Exxon Mobil - Specialty Welding Services, HCU
03.2024 - 05.2024
Pipefitter
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, HCLA
01.2024 - 03.2024
Pipefitter
Honeywell - Specialty Welding Services
10.2023 - 01.2024
Pipefitter
Dow - Action Industries
05.2023 - 08.2023
Pipefitter
Formosa
01.2023 - 04.2023
Boilermaker
ExxonMobil Plastics Plant - Brown and Root
10.2022 - 11.2022
Boilermaker
ALKY Unit Turnaround ExxonMobil - SWS
04.2022 - 08.2022
Boilermaker
Honeywell - Specialty Welding Services
01.2022 - 03.2022
Boilermaker
Shell Norco - Brown and Root
05.2021 - 11.2021
Boilermaker
Cornerstone - Brown and Root
02.2021 - 05.2021
Boilermaker
BASF - Brown and Root
01.2021 - 02.2021
Pipefitter Helper
Mosaic - Brown and Root
09.2020 - 11.2020
Pipefitter Helper
ExxonMobil - Brown and Root, Pipestil
02.2020 - 06.2020
Boilermaker Helper
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, Straco
11.2019 - 02.2020
Boilermaker Helper
Exxon Mobil - Brown and Root, Hula
09.2019 - 11.2019
- CPR/AED Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- NDE Certification
- Roco Rope Rescue Certification
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
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