Alberto Hernandez
***** **** ***., #* ********, CA 90505
************@*****.***
Summary: I have extensive knowledge as a boilermaker and proven experience
in plant maintenance and plant construction. I am certified by the National
Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) in industrial boiler
making. I also have 6 years of experience in Hydro blasting. I am
currently seeking a position that will allow me to utilize my boiler maker
skills.
Work Experience
Machine Tech II
2/1/13 to
Present
Cat-Spec, Ltd.
1536 W. Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90810
I perform refinery maintenance by removal and reloading of catalyst
using high volume vacuum equipment; unload catalyst from many various
reactors and processes; operate forklift and vacuum truck; perform
equipment maintenance checks; examine material checklist for accuracy;
perform job analysis prior to job performance; I am aware of all safety
aspects that are required to complete the job; also perform other duties as
assigned.
Catalyst Handler
7/27/12
to 2/1/13
North American Services Group
3350 West Directors Row, Suite 600 Salt Lake City, UT 84104-4585
Duty Station: El Segundo, CA
I performed top safety supervisor on the vessel ensuring tool readiness
perform refinery maintenance, removal and reloading of catalyst using high
volume vacuum equipment; unload catalyst from many various reactors and
processes; run temporary piping from top of unit to ground machine; setup
fresh air bottles and hoses; ensure that the job is done in a safe and
timely manner; also perform other duties as assigned.
Catalyst Handler
2/29/12 to
Present
Hydro Processing Associates, LLC
6520 McGowan St., Moss Point, MS
Duty Station: El Segundo, CA
Top Safety for emergency preparedness for any mishaps that may happen
inside the vessel; ensure walkways are clear of debris/hoses; operate
vacuum truck and other machinery. Quench Tray Panels and Beams; perform
refinery maintenance, removal and reloading of catalyst using high volume
vacuum equipment; unload catalyst from many various reactors and processes;
also perform other duties as assigned.
Boilermaker
10/13/06 to 5/23/10
Turner Industries
Baton Rouge, LA
I performed maintenance turnaround services at various units including the
Dow Chemical Plant in Hahnville, Louisiana Responsibilities included
cutting and changing out pipes, lines, working on coke units, checking for
leaks on fin fans; additional duties included: working inside vessels
removing trays and replacing clips; removing relief control and blocked
valves using the proper rigging techniques required; opened man ways on
towers, boilers and heat exchangers for inspection and repair. I performed
general maintenance duties the last four months of my employment at the
Occidental Plant in Hahnville, Louisiana.
Carpenter
1/2008 - 6/2009
Drywall Specialty Inc. (DSI)
Metairie, LA
Performed carpenter duties by applying metal studs and sheetrock for a
commercial construction project to erect a twenty-two (22) story building,
set-up scaffold; performed crane rigging and signaling for crane operator;
managed supply inventory, as needed.
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Iron Worker
12/5/2007 -
12/10/2008
Outlaw Industrial
392 Hwy 37 Clinton, LA
Framed beams for various large commercial building projects to secure steel
bars in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete. Coped beams for
welders; cut and fit wire mesh; positioned fabric or mesh to reinforce
concrete; installed stairways; maintained a safety first work ethic;
Hydro blaster Supervisor
Gulf South Hydro blasting
Harvey, LA
2/1991 to 5/1996
Ensured proper site preparation for safety; transported equipment to job
site; performed routine maintenance and safety checks prior to startup;
performed both low pressured and high pressured hydro blasting in storage
pumps located at Chevron Chemical company; lanced exchangers and storm
drains at other industrial facilities; pressurized and flushed out process
lines; also changed packing on hydro blaster pumps.
Boilermaker
Brown & Root Inc.
Houston, TX 2/1989
to 5/1991
Performed boilermaker duties at the Indian Refinery in Lawrenceville, IL;
performed maintenance mechanic duties to retrofit units that were out of
service and restored for reproduction. I worked on catalytic cracker
reactor unit piping, flange connections, opened manholes, installed blinds,
removed burners, changed out valves using proper rigging techniques; cut
and changed out pipes, and lines; worked on coke drums, fin fans,
discharged pressure pumps and processed lines.
Additional Comments: I have the skills and abilities that will be an asset
in diverse industries; willing to be trained as required; Prepared to make
long term job commitments.
Education/Certifications
Forklift Operator Certification March 2011
Los Angeles Refinery Safety Overview Exp3-9-2013
National Center for Construction Education and Research
ABC Core Curricula Boilermaker Training Certificate September 1996
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
High School Diploma - Walter L. Cohen Sr. High 1978