SUMMARY
Proactive Superintendent with over * years of experience in all phases of construction in power, chemical, oil/gas, industries while progressively expanding knowledge and responsibilities. I have successfully completed multiple grass roots and retrofit projects for various clients. Mastery of various welding procedures attained through diverse project experience within the defense and energy industries. Operational experience and commitment to quality continue to drive aspirations for new opportunities with advancement potential.
HIGHLIGHTS
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hired as General Foreman April 2016 to April 2020
Promoted to Site Superintendent within 10 months
Limetree Bay Terminals / Limetree Bay Refining / Hovensa / Hess St. Croix, USVI
Supervised project personnel and equipment to ensure safe quality work in accordance with changing codes, building procedures and OSHA rules and regulations
Assess needs in hiring, training, scheduling and procuring equipment to ensure maximum safety and efficiency. Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with industry quality standards isometrics, P&ID, and specifications
Developed hydro test packages and verified hydro test acceptance. Performed inspection and test for static and dynamic equipment/systems
Worked with team members and all field disciplines in coordinating activities to meet project deadlines
Submitted cost estimates for labor, equipment and materials project procurement, tracking delivery to meet schedule requirements
Prepared packages to facilitate resolutions of field installation problems. Verified accuracy reviewing and implementing technical vendor furnished solutions. Familiar with AWS and ASME welding standards API, ANSI, and NFPA
Welder/Fitter Nov 2015 to April 2016
Specialty Tank Services Stronghold Companies Valero St. Charles Refinery
Norco, Louisiana
Constructed new 200’ storage tank from ground up. Worked as Automatic Girth Welder (AGW) operator for round seams after each ring install all welds 100% X-Ray quality
Fit and welded verticals, horizontals, nozzles, manways, floors, roofs, compression rings, stairways, platforms, center column, and rafters for the roof construction
Completed build on time and performed hydrostatic test with no flaws or repairs needed
Pusher/Foreman, Journeyman, Welder/Fitter May 2013 to Oct 2015
Willbros Canada, Alberta and in Houston,TX
Managed and pushed crew during the superintendent’s absence
Fully constructed and repaired API 620/650 tanks from fitting to welding
Fit and welded verticals, horizontals, nozzles, manways, floors, roofs, compression rings, and stairway platforms, external and internal floating roofs
Practiced safe behaviors while working in confined spaces in accordance with confined space certification
Applied Oil Sands Safety Association (OSSA) fall protection certification while operating at high elevations
Utilized Stick Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) 100% x-ray and phase array quality
Mechanic / Welder Level 3 / Group Leader Nov 2010 to Oct 2012
BAE Systems, Kuwait
Managed and provided technical guidance to 120 mechanics and welders on the 629 million USD Caiman Multi Theatre Vehicle (CMTV) Project
Supervised daily attendance of entire crew, approved time sheets and schedules
Worked with VSE Corporation and Rangerland Systems in the repair, upgrade, and modification of all Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Variants (CMTV, RG33, MAXXPRO, MAXXPRO Plus, MATV, Cougar)
Inspected, repaired, and presented MRAP Variants to the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) for support of Coalition Forces
Led integrated tasks with the DCMA during final presentation and vehicle hand-off
Held an U.S. Army Motor Vehicle Operator Permit for all military vehicles and various capacity lift trucks
Oversaw paint department and became knowledgeable in Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC)
Managed inventory for all materials and expendables
Supervisor of Operations Level 1 2009 to Nov 2010
Fabrications Division, BAE Systems
Sealy, TX
Oversaw fabrication production plan reports and maintained score cards to track daily build
Championed and implemented diverse methods resulting a 20% cost reduction in company’s expendables.
Directed staffing levels, enforced attendance requirements and verified time schedules
Supervised the fabrication department personnel to ensure safety and resolve conflicts
Maintained ISO/TS Standards
Foreman of Operations 2007 to 2009
Fabrication Division, Armor Holdings/BAE Systems
Sealy, TX
Troubleshot robots and all welding machines
Assigned crew member tasks to efficiently maintain the build schedule
Compiled attendance reports and daily shift reports to verify the build quantity
Onboarded new hires, administered welding tests to all new hires for D1.1 and D1.3 certifications
Promoted safe behaviors to protect the well-being of all night shift welders
Level 2 Welder 2005 to 2007
Fabrication Division, Stewart and Stevenson/Armor Holdings, Sealy, TX
Setup and welded various production parts for the Family of Medium Tactical Vehicle (FMTV) trucks
Trained new hires
Performed quality assurance on all newly manufactured parts
Functioned as licensed forklift and crane operator
Regulated and ran the motoman robot machine
Used pneumatic tools and various calibrated equipment
Utilized GMAW/FCAW welding processes with 0.45 fluxcore and mig wires (LA100, L90, L56 series)
Valmont Industries 1998 to 2005
Structural Fitter/Welder, Brenham, TX
Welded all lighting structures and communication towers for Texas Highway Department
Assembled and welded all light poles
Operated the CNC plasma drill
Utilized GMAW/FCAW welding processes with 0.45 and 0.52 fluxcore and mig wires
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
2015 - OSHA 10 KB Safety Sinclair, Wyoming
2013 –Active Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) EXP JAN 2023
May 2013 - Oil Sands Safety Association, Alberta, Canada
Accredited EWP Operator
Fall Protection Certification
Confined Space Entry and Monitoring Certification
May 2013 - BC Construction Safety Alliance, Alberta, Canada
CSTS-09 Construction Safety Training: Worksite Laws, PPE, Workplace Hazards, Field Level Hazard Assessment, WHMIS, Worksite Conditions, Environmental Factors, Emergency Response, Mobile Equipment, Machinery, Tools and Equipment, Excavating and Trenching, Defensive Driving
March 2013 - Sparc Academy, Houston, TX
American Welding Society Certified in GMAW/FCAW/SMAW
2011 - American Welding Society, Miami, FL
Welding Inspector Certificate
2005 - BAE Systems, Sealy, TX
Certified Welder Certificate
Certified Forklift and Aero-Lift Trainer
1998 - Valmont Welding School, Brenham, TX
Certified Welder Certificate
1998 - Fayetteville High School, Fayetteville, TX
High School Diploma
ACHIEVEMENTS
2009 - Achievement Award, Sealy, TX
Recognition of personal commitment, dedication, and contribution to the success of BAE Systems
2007 - Special Recognition Award, Sealy, TX
Taking proper actions in reporting unauthorized personnel in the plant