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OIL, GAS, INDUSTRIAL AND MARINE CORROSION CONTROL POSITION

Ramon Garcia Corrosion Control

PERSONAL SUMMARY

I have 15 years in the Coating Preservation field with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Industrial Paint, Quality Assurance-Quality Control Procedures, as well as Planning, Specifying and Executing Industrial Coatings projects.

I have good appreciation, strategic and vision, able to build targets. I strive to meet challenges when there is pressure at work while innovating my job performance. I strive for the efficiency and effectiveness of the work process and I make sure I overcome the requirements and expectations of the project.

I work in a team or by myself solving practical and complex problems is a setting that I cultivated to be able to deal with many variables in situations where limited standardization exists. I am a highly motivated individual that work in a fast pace environment covering multiple programs, focus on improving protocols, reduce costs and fine-tuning the standardized procedures. I have worked successfully with large companies as well with reputed mid-size companies in a wide variety of projects. This works experience help me to acquire field knowledge of various work methods, company management systems and comprehensive view of practices to best-fit improvement performance and to be prepared to tackle complex programs while controlling costs and reducing errors.

QUALIFICATIONS

- 15 years in marine/industrial Coating

- NACE Coating Inspector Certified Level III #35674. Recommended by the NACE Board Review Juror Members to become NACE CIP Instructor

- NACE Corrosion Prevention and Control Management Certified

- SSPC Level II Bridge Coating Inspector Certified #73984

- SSPC Quality Control Supervisor Certified

- SSPC C-2 Planning and/ Specifying Industrial Paint Projects Certified

- NACE Member of the Committees:

- TEG 016X Cathodic Protection and Corrosion Control Research Development.

- TEG 109X atmospheric Corrosion.

- SSPC Member of the Technical Committee:

- 2.3, Revision of SSPC-SP 11, Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal and SSPC-SP 15, Commercial Grade Power Tool Cleaning.

- 3.16, Revision of SSPC-PA Guide 11, Guide to Protection of Edges, Crevices and Irregular Surfaces.

- 3.17, Revision of SSPC-QP 6, Standard Procedure for Evaluating the Qualifications of Contractors Who Apply Thermal Spray (Metallizing) for Corrosion Protection of Steel and Concrete Structures.

- SSPC C-3 and C-5 Supervisor/Competent Person for De-leading/Hazardous Coatings Removal on Industrial and Marine Structures

- SSPC Seminars and Courses

- AGA Galvanizing Coat Inspector Certified - American Galvanizers Association -

- AGA Galvanizing Courses

- NCCER Abnormal Operating Conditions -Field V2 Certified.

- 9 years Coating Inspector, 6 years Paint Foreman

- Paint Journeyman courses and training/Paint Foreman courses and training

- Interpret design drawings ISO’s, P&ID’s and Civil drawings.

- Water Jetting Equipment Operation and Maintenance Training (Flow Equipment)

- Ship fitter courses and training

- TWIC card / SSPC Web courses / Spanish native speaker / Oil Industry Safety courses AREAS OF

COMPETENCE:

Quality Control

Inspection Monitoring

Steel Surface Preparation

Industrial abrasives

Industrial & Marine paints

Industrial Abrasives &

Paint Equipment

New Construction Projects

Maintenance Projects

PERSONAL SKILLS

Highly motivated

Meeting Deadlines

Non-confrontational

Attention-to-detail

Job Proficiency

Dependability

Building Relationships &

Teamwork

Integrity & Ethics

Quality Service

Safety

PERSONAL DETAILS

Ramon Garcia

251-***-****

WORK EXPERIENCE

Bechtel, 2019 to now. Monaca-Pennsylvania. Coatings/Fire-proofing Field Engineer Project: Pennsylvania Shell ethylene plant.

Responsibilities: oversee the technical aspects of all coatings, concrete lining and fireproofing activities in the OSBL and COGEN areas, supporting the Superintendents responsible for executing the coatings work. Additional duties:

• Work with superintendents to develop detailed work packages and installation schedules for coatings commodities.

• Develop and implement Inspection and Test Plans for each major activity Inspection of field installations and completion of associated documentation. Responsible for quantity take-off, control, reporting and forecasting for all relevant commodities.

• Prepare field change documentation and as-built documentation as required.

• Arrange daily coating inspection plan for Quality Control Inspectors.

• Interface with engineering office to resolve design and constructability issue.

• Assist civil field engineers and superintendents in constructability and quality issues.

• Initiate and submit works packages to release various commodities for coating work to supervision.

• Work with the suppliers and subcontractors to ensure compliance with project drawings and specifications.

• Prepare material requisitions, coordinate and review vendor drawings.

• Work with Procurement's expediting team to ensure the delivery of vendor materials to support the projects schedule.

• Interpret design drawings ISO’s, P&ID’s and Civil drawings.

• Complete insulation and fireproofing material take-offs.

• Provide technical support for the administration of the subcontract for insulation supply and installation.

• Monitor, inspect and verify subcontractor work to ensure adherence to project drawings and specifications.

• Assure that materials are stored properly to ensure environmental protection.

• Complete Material receipt inspections as required.

• Reviews specifications, inspection reports, delivery schedules, instruction manuals and technical data. Assist with preparation of construction estimates.

• Recommend design or installation improvements to improve safety on the project. Ensure that relevant inspection documentation is completed accurately and submitted to support system turnovers and completion and turnover walk-down inspections are completed for assigned systems. Kinder Morgan – IHI Ec/Fulkrum Technical Resources, 2018 to 2019. Savannah-Ga. Quality Assurance Coating Inspector

Project: Oversee the Coating, Fireproofing and Insulation Inspection of 10 liquefaction units at the Elba Liquefaction Project installing 6 liquefaction units in Phase I with output capacity of 210 MMcf/d with modifications to the existing Terminal to allow for export and installation of 4 liquefaction units as phase II with output capacity of 140 MMcf/day.

Responsibilities: Monitoring contractor's execution of the Coating/Fireproofing and Insulation QC’s activities during installation/construction. Additional duties:

• Performing audits and ensure the incorporated materials on construction projects are in compliance. Overseeing the QA aspect of fireproofing installation with intumescent and cementitious materials, cold applied galvanize materials and tape coatings. Oversee the work of 8 Quality Control Inspectors.

• Complete range of inspection for cryogenic insulation, and not cryogenic mineral wool, glass wool, rigid foam, cellular glass.

• Complete range of coating inspection of environmental paint on plant including liquid repair on galvanized substrates, supervising 6 coating insulators and fireproofing inspectors.

• Aid to other QC departments in Hydraulic Inspection, pneumatic testing and electrical conduit testing Inspection.

CORRPRO, 2018 Henderson-La. Quality Assurance Coating Inspector Project: Oversee the Coating Inspection of Sand Blasting, Paint and Miscellaneous Repairs of bridges Project H.009461 on Route Hwy I-10 St. Martin and Iberville Parishes Bridges. Bridges A, B, C, H, K, J, I, P, Q, R, and S.

Responsibilities: Represent the Louisiana Department of Transportation’s in the Contractor’s Maintenance of the 11 over pass Bridges. Duties:

• Review requirements of jobs and develop plans for implementation.

• Monitoring erection of containment, disposal of hazardous waste from surface preparation, coating application and final inspection for payment delivery.

• Analyze, revise, and make recommendations for improvements to the inspection process.

• Understand and abide by the procedures set by Corrpro corporate procedural manuals, the Inspection Quality Manual and the project specification.

• Verify the proper use and calibration of inspection instruments as described in the Inspection Quality Manual.

• Perform hold point inspections of surface preparation and coating work in accordance with the procedures of the Inspection Quality Manual.

• Review the project specification and attend pre-job meetings and conferences pertaining to the specification.

• Initiate changes to the Inspection Quality Manual via notification to second tier or the District Coatings Manager Qualifications.

• Supervise, train, and direct Coatings Inspectors as necessary. VIMA & ASTRON, 2017 Marion and Charlotte-NC. Quality Control Coating Inspector Project: Sand Blasting, Paint and Miscellaneous Repairs of bridges Project In charge of the Coating Quality Control over blasting and coating activities at the North Carolina Department of Transportation, on overpass Bridges 138, 143, 146, 149, 151 and 152 in Marion County, and in Charlotte supervising concrete work on 3 overpass bridges.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring coating activities comply with the contractual requirements.

• Develop and monitoring the application of safety regulations from Coating procedures including monitor erection of containment, disposal of hazardous waste, surface preparation and coating application.

• Verify the proper use and calibration of inspection instruments as described in the Inspection Quality Manual.

• Perform hold point inspections of surface preparation and coating work in accordance with the procedures of the Inspection Quality Manual.

• Highway and Railroad Traffic coordination and Set up temporary work zones according to regulatory requirements.

• Stand and safely manage traffic control through active work zones.

• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.

CFS LLC, 2017 Claremont-NH Quality Control Coating Inspector Responsible for the inspection of the blasting, coating and Thermal Spray Application activities in shop environment, ensuring the quality of the work activities meets contractual coating specifications, releasing work to QA third party representative for sell off to NYDOT Tappan Zee bridge, MDOT, and MNDOT. Duties:

• Verify blueprints, specifications and monitor operations to ensure that they meet production standards.

• Recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process.

• Remove all products and materials that fail to meet specifications as well as discuss inspection results with personnel responsible of activities.

• Monitoring the Thermal Spray Application with arc spray method with automated and mechanical application using zinc 95% and zinc/aluminum 85/15% alloy.

• Verified TSA requirements, application procedures, and the application of sealers and topcoats after TSA application.

• Perform TSA inspection including line and spot DFT’s verification, coupon bend testing, cut test, thickness and tensile-bond testing for applicator’s qualifications and check points with document submittals to second tier.

KTA 2015 to 2017, Several States Quality Assurance Coating Inspector Working in multiple projects in several states representing both private companies and States Department of Transportation such Tappan Zee Constructors, LLC, Tarrytown, NY for the New York State Thruway Authority at High Steel in Williamsport, PA and Canam Steel, MD; Lake County Public Water District, Zion, IL assessing coating failure and re lining on Solids Contact Tank Unit 2; Marathon Petroleum Company, LP., Findlay, OH. liner installation at terminals in Patoka, IL, Lima, OH and Nashville, TN; Mississippi Department of Transportation, Jackson, MS, Coating Bridge SR-29 in Perry County and Bridge US-49 in Forrest County, Mississippi; Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, Longview, TX. Petal 1, coatings on switching station, Petal storage cavern #7, Petal storage well head, PGS to Gulf South meter station MLV at Kelly Rose Lane, and PGS to Tenn 20 MLV corner area the Gulf South Facility in Petal, Mississippi; Marathon Petroleum liner installation on Tank 20-5 at the Rockford, Illinois terminal, Tank 25-10 at the Lima, Ohio terminal; and Bridge Coating Inspection at the Rainbow Bridge, Bridge City-Tx with the following duties:

• Quality Assurance Coating Inspection overseeing contractor activities to match each quality assurance client specification/standard while adhering to best safety practices.

• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs, and correctly and carefully inputting data into proprietary database.

• Assists Quality team members or management with failure and nonconforming material data recording and reporting as well as participating in team’s coaching to assist contractors in their documents log’s and procedures.

• Inspect structural steel coatings inspection, monitoring erection of containment, disposal of hazardous waste, surface preparation, coating application.

• Ensure coating projects compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DEP).

• Conduct technical measurements and tests using coating inspection equipment on a daily basis.

• Prepare lining coating ITP procedures for tank work

• Complete and submit Daily Inspection Reports using Microsoft Office and online software

• Communicate effectively with key project partners (coating applicators, safety personnel, project manager, inspection

HERCULES OFSHORE, 2014 to 2015 Houma Shores-La Paint Supervisor In charge of the Blasting/Coating crew for the Hydro blasting and coating maintenance after coating assesstment. Some areas included Drill Floors, main decks, jack legs, mud pits, davits. Oil Rigs maintained: 09, 120, 150, 201, 205 in addition of Shop Coating Work. Duties:

• Ensuring coating preservation productivity is achieved in safety manner, optimizing manpower, equipment and materials for efficient and timely completion of each project.

• Coordinated work schedule of job duties, responsibilities and location of painters.

• Examined and inspected work progress, equipment to verify safety and ensure that specifications were met.

• Meets with Rig manager to plan and prioritize work according to established production targets.

• Identify, formulates, implement, and execute paint training programs, promote and evaluate personnel and keep records of all work completed and completion of Action.

• Prepares job estimates for current and future projects.

• Prepares and maintains records of time worked and materials expended on projects.

• Orders materials and supplies.

• Enforces existing methods and procedures relative to construction, maintenance and repair activities.

• Inspects work of painters in the field or shop.

• Meets with representatives of other departments in connection with maintenance work. BOLLINGER SHIPYARD 2013-2014. Amelia-La Paint Supervisor Projects:

Ship Name Hull # Owner/Operator Type of Vessel GT

Ocean Sky 582 Crowley Marine 10,880-hp Tug 1,262

Ocean Sun 581 Crowley Marine 10,880-hp Tug 1,262

Rockaway 575 City of New York Sludge Carrier 2,828 Port Richmond 574 City of New York Sludge Carrier 2,828 Gemi (ex-Worker Bee) 661 Benchmark Marine 275' PSV 3,400 Ms Charlotte 591 Benchmark Marine 275' PSV 3,117

Responsible for the delivery of the coating projects assigned in the construction of Tugs, Sludge Carriers and Platform Supply Vessel for Oil Rig services. Duties:

• Leads skilled workers engaged in all activities concerned with the painting and coating works optimizing manpower, equipment and materials to ensure efficient and timely completion of the works.

• Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in applying protective coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, lacquer to exterior and interior surfaces, trimming, and fixtures of as need it:

• Assists workers in mixing and blending paint, removing old paint from surfaces, repairing and cleaning surfaces, and applying coatings to surfaces.

• Prepare, schedule and inspect work performance of departmental personnel, as assigned.

• Assist manager in the coordination of paint work with other trades.

• Advise/recommend to manager areas in need of painting upgrades.

• Order necessary paint supplies, including tools required for the job and/or paint shop.

• Responsible for maintaining inventory of supplies in conjunction with auditing system.

• Perform related duties, as assigned.

IMIA Inc 2013 San Diego-Ca Quality Control Coating Inspector Work executed at the San Diego Navy Base on the WASP Class Amphibious Assault ship USS Essex LHD 2 and USS Making Island LHD on 8 pilot houses, 12 plenums rooms, engine rooms, ballast tanks and intakes rooms. Duties:

• performing quality control activities as per NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32, observing, testing and verify conformance of each project and report the technical aspects of the assigned coating activities.

• Provide objective and professional QC records of the coating systems conformance or deviation from the defined project specification.

• Perform pre-inspection meetings if required.

• Observe job site safety.

• Assure required tests during surface preparation and coating operations.

SUMARIZING DUTIES IN SEVERAL COMPANIES ACCORDING WORK ACTIVITIES FROM 2005 to 2014, IN DIFERENT STATES:

Quality Control Inspector: Assignments in different companies with particular settings verifying Quality Activities such: Paint Quality control procedures; inspection testing; pre, during and after work applying ASTM-NACE-SSPC-ISO and Navsea Standards if applicable; Conduct and document process and system audits using input data procedures. Paint Supervisor: Leads and controls skilled labor and work crews engaged in all activities concerned with the painting and coating works aspects of the project, optimizing resources

(manpower, equipment and materials) to ensure efficient and timely completion of the works. Blaster/Painter: Prepares equipment and parts for the painting process (including masking/taping, shot blasting, cleaning, etc.); Paints surfaces using primarily spray guns, brushes, rollers and other paint processes; Perform a variety of duties to spray paint products or parts following established methods and procedures; Clean spray guns, brushes, rollers, flushes hoses, cleans booths and blasting/coating accessory equipment after use. Thermal Spray Coating Applicator with arc application on assets for deep sea equipment using 95% zinc wiring.

GEOGRAPHIC WORK LOCATIONS LIST BY REGION

North East Region:

New Hampshire, Claremont -CFS LLC: Bridge Quality Control (Bridge Inspector, Shop set) Ohio, Lima – KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Above ground Fuel tanks) Pennsylvania, Monaca: McCarl’s/GAB/Bechtell: Coatings Field Engineer (Polyethylene Plant) Pennsylvania, Williamsport - KTA-Tator Inc: Bridge Quality Assurance Inspector (Bridge, Shop set) Maryland, Frederick – KTA-Tator Inc.: Bridge Quality Assurance Inspector (Bridge, Shop set) Illinois, Rockford & Zion/- KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Fuel Tanks) Tennessee, Nashville - KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Above ground Fuel tanks) Central East Region:

Georgia, Savannah - Fulkrum/IHI: Quality Assurance Coating/Fireproof/Insulation Inspector (N. Gas plant) North Caroline, Charlotte & Marion-Astron General Contractors /Vima Contractors: Bridge Quality Control (Bridges)

South East Region:

Florida, Panama City - Eastern Shipbuilding: (Paint Supervisor) Alabama, Mobile - Bender Shipyard: (Paint Foreman); U.S. Coating; BAE Systems, Signal Ship Repair, C&G Boat Works INC, CCI, INC / SS&C (First Class Painter); Non-Metallic Resources Insulations

(Insulator); Mobile Aerospace, Aircraft Technicians INC (Interior Mechanic) Louisiana, Henderson - Corrpro/LA DOT: Coatings Quality Assurance (Bridges) Louisiana, Houma - Hercules Offshore (Paint Supervisor) Louisiana, Morgan City - Bollinger (Paint Leader man) Mississippi, Petal - KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Pipelines) Mississippi, Hattiesburg - KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Bridge) Mississippi, Pascagoula - Southern Sand Blasting, U&O Group, Chevron, Halter Marine, Ingalls (Paint Journeyman)

Central Region:

Texas, Bridge City - KTA-Tator Inc.: Quality Assurance Coating Inspector (Bridges) West Region:

California, San Diego - IMIA – Navy Base (Coating Inspector) Objetive

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