Hardworking and highly skilled pipe fitter offering proven expertise in completing fire sprinkler installations with high-quality work. Efficiently cut and fabricate pieces to finalize designs. Excellent technical, project management and decision-making abilities developed over 5 years of fire protection experience. Talented professional with solid background working with fire protection systems. Diligent in organizing work assignments, coordinating resources and maintaining detailed, accurate records of every job. Detail-oriented inspector with service-oriented nature.
Skills
basic computer skills
MIG, SMAW and TIG welding
flux core welding
welding structural steel
welding high pressure pipes and vessels
stainless steel and aluminum welding
Utilized Assorted Electrodes And Filler Metals
working with industrial hand tools
Operated Track And HAnd Torch
Hand Beveling pipe joints
Able To Interpret Blueprints And Welding Diagrams
Welded Pipe In Accordance to ASME section IX
Welded Large Diameter Pipe According to pipeline Standards
operating threading machine and groover
Drainage systems repair
Hydraulics
Good mechanical aptitude
Quality production
Equipment testing
Certified forklift operator
OSHA training
Equipment operations
Safety awareness
Basic math aptitude
Exceptional problem solver
Knowledgeable of applicable local codes
Working collaboratively
Troubleshooting
Organization
Fluent in Spanish
First Aid/CPR
Supervision
Team building
Experience
03/2019 to Current
Fire Sprinkler FitterVsc Fire & Security, Inc – Charlotte, NC,
Tested and approved newly installed fire protection systems.
Determined appropriate steps needed to bring buildings into fire code compliance.
Located hazardous conditions and fire code violations in new and existing constructions.
Installed pipe assemblies, fittings and valves to blue print specifications
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
Identified, removed and replaced worn components to maximize system functionality.
Performed emergency on-call work hours during evening, weekends and some holidays.
Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
Bored holes into existing structures to install piping to meet new system specifications.
Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
Ordered materials and created delivery schedules to coincide with project timelines.
12/2017 to 01/2019
Fabrication WelderChromalox – Houston, TX,
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
Inspected each completed fabrication project to verify adherence to blueprint and procedural specifications.
Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
04/2013 to 12/2017
WelderCleaver Brooks – Fenton, MO,
Welded and worked with stainless steel and various alloys.
Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in evaporator tank installations.
Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of work.
Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
Assembled boiler parts and pressure vessels for structural use.
05/2011 to 09/2011
Farm HandBarn Sanctuary – Chelsea, MI,
Plowed and tilled fields to prepare soil for crop planting.
Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
Watered and fertilized crops consistently to promote healthy growth for later harvests.
Implemented troubleshooting methods to determine cause of malfunctioning equipment.
Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
Identified pests, weeds and plants to determine appropriate selection of pesticides and fertilizers.
Sprayed crops with pesticides to reduce damage and control insects and other pests.
Cultivated and supported wide variety of fruit trees and vegetable plants by implementing irrigation systems.
Assessed needs of seasonal, annual and perineal plants and identified pests and other issues that could hinder growth.
Communicated with management to promote efficiency in daily operations.
Checked function of farm equipment regularly to complete repairs and maintain operations for day-to-day needs.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2012
High School Diploma: Americus Sumter High School - Americus, GA GPA:
Expected in 03/2013
Professional Welder Diploma: Welding Tulsa Welding School - Jacksonville, FL, GPA:
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