CHARLES CHESSER

CHARLES (DOUG) CHESSER 200 Melvin St. Vidor TX chesserdoug@yahoo.com| 409-656-9477
I am seeking a position as a 653 Tank Inspector
I have over 25 years in the construction and repair of Above Ground Tanks. I currently have an API653 certification and Level ll MT certification as well as knowledge of all NDT method.

QA QC SMITH TANK & STEEL
7/5/14 TO PRESENT
I am currently on a large project overseeing the construction on 11 265′ tanks. Including the foundations dome roofs and painters. I am responsible for insuring all work is done according to all codes and standards as well as quality workmanship.
QA QC SPECALITY TANK SERVICES [COMPANY NAME] 2/15/14 TO 7/3/14
I was responsible for inspecting all welds and quality of workmanship on all tank repairs.

VEOLIA ENVIROMENTAL CMT DIVISON, Sulfur, Louisiana
2011-2012
Project Superintendent
Responsible for managing multiple crews for the entire process of industrial tank repair and fabrication. Planned and scheduled work for each job site. Conducted daily safety meetings with all crew foremen’s. Ordered materials and equipment for all assigned jobs. Completed daily reports and weekly payroll for all assigned employees. Attended daily quality control safety meetings and coordinated with plant job representatives as needed or required.

PALA INTERSTATE Baton Rouge, Louisiana
2010-2011
Certified Welder, Foremen
Responsible for the repair of industrial tanks. I managed a crew to ensure that job assignments are completed safely and according to safety guidelines. I also prepared daily reports and reported to the office on a daily basis

1989-2010 PAT TANK, INC. Port Arthur, Texas
Certified Welder, Superintendent
Responsible for the entire process of industrial tank fabrication of all sizes on assigned jobs. I followed detailed instructions of blue prints from the preparation of the base and dirt foundation to the completion of the tank, as well
As managing a crew. Also prepare required daily reports. Trained in and follow strict safety procedures and inspect equipment as regulated in plants on all assigned jobs. Contacted and coordinated sub-contractors as needed. Trained and qualified to operate the submerge arc welding machines. Qualified in operating cherry pickers (of all sizes),bulldozers, bobcats, forklifts, JLG manlifts and scissor lifts. I have also trained other employees in welding to help ensure the passing of a welding certification test. DIPLOMA

JEFF CAMPBELL, FIELD SUPERINDENT (409 284 3223)
PAT TANK
2146 5th AVE. Port Arthur TX. (409 982 6424)
BEN BURKETT, FIELD SUPERINDENT (409 651 0962)
SPECIALITY TANK SERVICES
225 s 16th St. la Porte TX. (281 470 4881)
RANDY HERBERT, FIELD SUPERINDENT (337 258 7747)
SMITH TANK & STEEL
19316 gum swamp rd. Livingston la. (225 698 1401)