I am highly qualified journeyman pipefitter with 25+ years experience in industrial construction and maintenance. I have worked in the building trades most of my career. I have experience in Petroleum Refineries, Power Plants, Paper Mills, Pharmaceutical Plants etc. I am HVAC certified and can MIG, TIG, and SMAG weld. I have experience with electrical diagnosis of circuits and motors. I also have extensive safety training including confined space/scuba training. I know how to work hard, safe, and efficient to get a job done. I work well with others yet need little or no supervision.
01/2014 to 07/2017Pipe FitterF. B. Foster - Williamstown , WVPerformed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications. Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project. Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment. Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines. Maintained tools and equipment to keep them in excellent working condition.
08/2013 to 09/2013Pipe FitterF. B. Foster - Houston , TXPerformed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications. Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project. Inspected pipes and piping systems to assess their quality and condition. Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment. Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines. Created and submitted daily reports on the progress of all plumbing projects. Maintained tools and equipment to keep them in excellent working condition. Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques. Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques.
02/2013 to 04/2017WelderGerdau Ameristeel Corporation - Jackson , MILaid out, fitted and fabricated metal components. Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components. Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work. Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments. Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch and arc welding equipment. Precision cutting with power saws, hand shears and chipping knives. Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type. Repaired and maintained heavy-duty and construction machinery. Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sand calipers.