Alton K. Adams
************@*****.*** 601-***-**** Lucedale, MS
SUMMARY
Seeking a role as a Piping Superintendent with 34 years of extensive experience in piping installation, supervision, and quality control across diverse projects. Proven track record as a Piping Superintendent overseeing crews and ensuring compliance with specifications. Skilled in project management, safety protocols, and maintaining schedules to deliver high-quality piping systems.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Precision Fabrication & Cleaning
Piping Superintendent Jun 2024 - Feb 2025
• Managed and coordinated crews responsible for the installation of supports and piping at a major facility.
• Ensured adherence to project specifications and timelines while maintaining safety and quality standards. Kiewit Construction
Superintendent Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
• Managed crews responsible for the installation of mechanical equipment and piping across diverse sites and industries, including jack-up rig conversions and power plants.
• Oversaw the transition of jack-up rigs from drilling to LNG operations, ensuring efficient and timely conversions.
• Directed grassroots development projects for power plants, coordinating resources and personnel for successful completion.
Ashton & Company
Superintendent Oct 2022 - Nov 2022
• Oversaw installation of various sizes of HDPE piping and associated support valves, ensuring adherence to technical drawings and specifications.
• Conducted inspections to verify correct installation of piping systems, maintaining compliance with project standards and requirements.
• Managed project timelines effectively to ensure completion of tasks on schedule. GA West
Pipefitter Foreman Mar 2022 - Oct 2022
• Fabricated and installed diverse piping systems, ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry standards.
• Managed the production of piping and spools in accordance with technical drawings and specifications.
• Oversaw in-field fabrication to optimize efficiency and meet project timelines. ESI Nampa, Idaho
Mechanical Superintendent Nov 2021 - Mar 2022
• Managed installation crews and coordinated labor and materials to align with project schedules.
• Supervised subcontractors to ensure compliance with site safety policies.
• Ensured quality control by verifying that workmanship and materials met customer specifications. Bechtel Monaca, Pennsylvania
Completions/Testing Field Engineer May 2021 - Oct 2021
• Conducted system walkdowns with clients to prepare for hydrotesting, ensuring compliance with P&IDs specifications.
• Oversaw the completion of hydro/pneumatic testing, verifying acceptable flange torque and correct material usage.
• Ensured system pressure met required standards during testing operations, facilitating successful piping restoration. Ashton & Company Pascagoula, MS
Superintendent May 2020 - Apr 2021
• Facilitated inter-craft communication and problem-solving for a team of 65 pipefitters.
• Conducted safety observations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.
• Managed material scheduling and handling to align with scheduled plans. Bechtel Monaca, Pennsylvania
Piping General Foreman Aug 2019 - Mar 2020
• Facilitated effective inter-craft communication and coordinated material scheduling and handling to ensure seamless project execution.
• Assisted in problem-solving and ensured adherence to project schedules by all team members. Turner Vicksburg, MS
Piping Foreman Apr 2019 - Jul 2019
• Facilitated inter-craft communication, safety observations, and problem-solving to ensure adherence to scheduled plans for a team of 40 pipefitters.
• Managed material scheduling and handling, supporting the general foreman in maintaining efficient operations and team productivity.
CWS Continental Carbonic Products Brookhaven, MS
Piping Foreman Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
• Led and supervised a team of skilled pipefitters in the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications. Performance Contractors Hackberry, LA
Commissioning Foreman Jun 2018 - Jan 2019
• Supervised crews in testing and blowing down of lines, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Managed the removal, recalibration, and reinstallation of pressure safety valves (PSVs) while maintaining rigorous cleanliness checks.
Bechtel Beaumont, TX
Pipefitter Q/C Apr 2018 - May 2018
• Ensured quality control of pipe flange fit-up, bolt-up, and welding operations, including grinding and beveling of pipe spools, as well as the placement of pipe supports and hangars.
• Assisted in the interpretation and mark-up of isometric drawings and P&IDs, supported engineering inspections, and facilitated the completion of hydrotesting system walkdowns and safety observations. Performance Contractors Lake Charles, LA
Pipefitter Journeyman Feb 2018 - Mar 2018
• Executed pipe flange fit-up, bolt-up, and grinding beveling of pipe spools while efficiently managing the placement of pipe supports and hangars.
• Assisted in reading and marking up isometrics/P&IDs, supported welding operations, engineering inspections, and contributed to safety observations and punch list work items. Bechtel Baytown, TX
Piping Foreman Q/C Inspector May 2016 - Feb 2018
• Conducted inspections of flange faces for damage in accordance with code PCC-1 and facilitated the completion of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Field Change Documents (FCDs).
• Performed re-inspections of flange surfaces post-resurfacing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Executed thorough inspections of pipe supports and assessed cleanliness and dryness using borescope, pigging, jetting, and velocity blows.
Performance Contractors Kemper County, MS
Piping General Foreman Jan 2012 - May 2016
• Supervised a team of six foremen in the installation of piping systems and supports, ensuring adherence to project specifications and timelines.
• Conducted thorough walk-downs with clients to verify all systems conformed to drawings, P&IDs, and detailed plans.
• Facilitated the testing and commissioning of plant systems using hydrostatic and pneumatic methods to ensure operational readiness.
Turner Industries Port Arthur, TX
Piping Q/C Dec 2010 - Dec 2011
• Conducted thorough system inspections to ensure compliance with detailed specifications and drawings, facilitating the sign-off process with external Quality Engineers.
• Verified and documented system integrity, contributing to the successful completion of quality assurance checks before final approvals.
Fluor Corp. Southern Power Plant
Piping Foreman Jun 2010 - Nov 2010
• Led a team in the installation and maintenance of piping systems, ensuring efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Conducted the replacement of rollers and scales on conveyors to enhance operational effectiveness at coal and fly ash facilities.
Turner Industries Theodore, AL & Lucedale, MS
Piping Foreman Jan 2008 - Jun 2010
• Installed piping of various sizes and systems for a compressor plant, ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety protocols.
• Coordinated with team members to effectively manage resources and timelines, contributing to the successful completion of piping installation projects.
BSE Honolulu, HI
Pipefitter Journeyman Nov 2007 - Dec 2007
• Conducted tube removal and installation in furnaces utilizing arc gouging torches, tube extractors, and crane flagging techniques to ensure precise operations and efficiency.
• Collaborated with welders by preparing and fitting tubes, facilitating effective tack and weld processes. Turner Industries Pascagoula, MS
Pipefitter Foreman Jan 2006 - Dec 2007
• Supervised and coordinated a team in fitting diverse pipe sizes and systems to ensure efficient installation and maintenance.
• Implemented precise fitting techniques, contributing to the successful completion of complex piping projects. JVC Pascagoula, MS
Pipefitter Journeyman Jun 2005 - Dec 2005
• Installed and maintained diverse pipe systems of varying sizes, ensuring adherence to safety standards and project specifications.
Elkhorn Construction Inc. Pinedale, Wyoming
Pipefitter Journeyman Jan 2005 - Jun 2005
• Fabricated and installed piping systems at a compressor plant, including underground and above-ground piping, ensuring all work met technical drawings and code requirements.
• Conducted quality inspections and coordinated with client representatives to obtain approval for completed systems.
Fluor Construction Pascagoula, MS
Pipefitter Journeyman Jul 1994 - Dec 2004
• Executed maintenance and repair tasks on furnace, reactor, and pipeline systems within a refinery environment.
• Ensured operational efficiency and safety through meticulous inspection and servicing of industrial piping systems. Halter Marine Ship Yard
Pipefitter Helper - Pipefitter 1990 - 1994
• Assisted in the installation and maintenance of piping systems, contributing to the efficient operation of shipyard projects.
• Advanced to journeyman pipefitter, demonstrating proficiency in complex pipefitting tasks and supporting team objectives.
EDUCATION
George County High School
High School Diploma
1989
SKILLS
NCCER PLUS CERTIFIED • TWIC CERTIFIED