Brian T. Ford
Jacksonville, FL. 32244
**************@*****.***
Objective
To obtain the position of Pipeline Tech where I can apply my vast knowledge and field experience in pipe fitting and rigging to help complete projects in a safe and reliable manner.
Experience
January 2017-January 2019
T.I.C. (The Industrial Company), Pennington, AL-
Pipefitter/Rigging
● Fit, cut, and prepped pipe and supports to be installed in the boiler.
● Flying pipe and supports to multiple floors of the boiler to be installed by a craftsman.
● Bullrigged pipe into the boiler as needed for different crafts. July 2016 - November 2016
KBR, Borger, TX - Pipefitter/Rigging
Fit cut and prepped pipe to be installed into the pipe rack.
● Fit cut and prepped structural steel to be installed into the pipe rack.
June 2015 - July 2016
Lauren Engineering & Constructors, Donaldsonville, LA -Pipefitter/Rigging General Foreman
● Fit grinded pipe and supports to be welded and
installed for Ammonia pipe system.
● Read ISOs to determine proper materials and
procedures for each project phase.
● Offer guidance and mentoring to junior coworkers on the project.
● Supervised and guided ground rigging and
bull-rigging crews to ensure material was installed in the proper location in a safe and timely manner.
February 2015 - May 2015
S&B, Sweeny, TX - Pipefitter
● Assemble and install pipe systems, pipe
supports.
● Read ISOs to determine proper materials and procedures for each project phase.
● Offer guidance and mentoring to junior coworkers on the project.
April 2014 - February 2015
T.I.C. (The Industrial Company),Wilmington,
NC-Pipefitter
● Work with certified Pipe Welders to ensure proper pipe preparation and fittings.
● Installed a wide array of valves and fittings.
● Eliminate risk by proactively identifying safety hazards.
July 2013 - March 2014
Alva’s Welding Industrial, Fargo, OK-
Pipefitter/Rigger
● Secured pipes to structures via hangers, clamps and brackets.
● Fabricate, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear.
● Align, level, and anchor machinery.
August 2012 - July 2013
Austin Industrial, Borger, TX-
Pipefitter/Rigger
● Lay out, install and repair a variety of piping systems including steam, water, air, industrial gasses, lubricants, caustic, acids and other corrosive chemicals.
● Start up and commissioning of all systems
● Clean, bevel, prepare and install pipe with various fittings and weld joints.
● Install pipe hangers and supports.
● Test pipe installation, bend pipe, and install valves, traps or strainers.
February 2010-July 2012
Fagen, Granite Falls, MN- Pipefitter/Rigger Supervisor
● Maintain piping in properties to ensure continued operation.
● Review and/or revise business processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
● Take lead on the pipefitting function for projects at Fagen sites. November 2003-January 2010
Continental Carbon Company,Sunray, TX-
Maintenance Relief Operator
● Operated Delta “V” operating system to properly produce and store carbon black material.
● Perform maintenance on all production equipment throughout plant.
● Rewiring and installing natural gas piping
systems.
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