Edgar Garza
44 Marissa St.
Rio Grande City, TX 78582
(956)844-8012 or (956)847-6489
ed02ga4@aol.com
OBJECTIVE:
I am seeking a position as a utility inspector with a reputable company that is looking for a professional customer oriented representative with commitment to safety and quality.
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
I have over 15 years’ experience in Pipeline Construction. I have training in coating, consulting, surveying, etc. I have experience in coordinating all site construction activities and supervising all field personnel as required to successfully completing the project on schedule and within budget. My ability to work as a team has resulted in maintaining the highest quality of work and administering good construction safety practices with all on-site activities.
CERTIFICATES:
Damage Prevention
TWIC Card, Basic Plus & Site Specific
Operations Qualified (OQ) in Liquid and Gas
CPR & First Aid Training
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE:
Rehab Work River & Creek Crossing Road Boring
Tie-Ins Environmental Sand Blasting & Coating
Excavation Welding Inspection Chemical Cleaning
Hydro Testing Ride Away Cleaning Backfilling
Final Clean-Up Hydraulic drilling Compressor Stations
HDPE Machine Commissioning Job Books & Work Plans
I & E Inspection New Tank Construction Permit Writing
Civil Inspection Line Locating Digging up high pressure lines
EXPERIENCE/WORK HISTORY:
Hunt Guillot and Associates-Utility Inspector 09/2015-Present
Project Manager: Sean Stricker
Pecos, Texas
Projects: Lariat I 36 miles of 30” and Lariat II 80 miles of 24”
I am responsible for the main line coating. My role is to verify the quality of work being performed meets the specifications and complies with all contract documents for the project. I have to evaluate coatings based on given specifications to ensure that parts of products pass quality testing. Responsible for spot- checking and recording joint surface cleanliness conditions prior to tape/sleeve applications, spot checking and recording correct applications and overlap of wrapping tape or shrinkable sleeves, and visually checking the cleanliness of prepared surfaces by blasting and measuring the roughness before paint application.
Tulsa Inspection Resources-Utility Inspector 12/2014-05/2015
Project Manager: Jose Che de la O
Big Lake, Texas
I was responsible for establishing the quality and proficiency of a pipeline system. I had to abide by public safety guidelines and follow all environmental regulations in order to promote a secure environment around the piping system. I had to verify that all building codes, specifications, and procedures are being met is a vital part of the position. I had varieties of duties that included; measuring the depth and alignment of trenches and examining the trenches for stones or debris that may damage the pipeline. I have to collect data and information on the surrounding area for possible corrosion factors.
Signa Engineering-Utility Inspector 03/2012-12/2014
Project Manager: Mike Meyers
Cotulla, Texas
My responsibility was to plan and execute activities to drilling operations as part of a high performance team. I supervised the safe completion of projects within planned cost and time goals. I had to oversee logistics like equipment, manpower, and materials. Maximize the rig team performance by building and enabling environment where everyone has the freedom to contribute, challenge, and participate
Wood Group Mustang -Utility Inspector 02/2009-03/2012
Project Manager: Tommy Gilmore
Williamsport, PA
Utility Inspector for grass roots Pump stations: Civil, Mechanical, Welding Fabrication, Hydro testing, New Tank Construction, Truck off load racks, Writing work plans for the commissioning and Start up, Provers, Scraper traps, Tie-Ins, Meeting skids, Booster pumps, Permit writing, excavating, and backfilling, HDPE pound lining, valve setting.
Two Rivers Pipeline-Odessa, TX- Field Supervisor/Asst. Superintendent 04/2004-01/2009
I was responsible for managing and leading teams of employees.
I ensured that all employees receive the proper training required in order for them to operate the machines they will be working on. I ordered materials and schedules inspections as necessary. I promoted job site safety and encouraged safe work practices and rectify job site hazards immediately. I was in charge of more than 80 employees.
Flint Energy- Dallas, TX- Field Supervisor 05/2001-03/2004
I maintained an organized job site. I directed all field personnel to achieve completion on schedule within budget with quality workmanship that conforms to original plans and specifications.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Organization: Utilizes strong organizational skills
Communication: Displays strong written and oral communication skills and employs strong effective listening skills. Bilingual: English and Spanish
Problem Solving: Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner based on objectives, risks, implications and costs
Interpersonal Skills: Tactful and mature demeanor with well developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities.
REFERENCES:
• John Stone: Signa Engineering Construction Manager: 325-642-3835
• Shane Compton: Tulsa Inspection Resources: 432-556-2405
• Mike Helm: Koch Pipeline: 361-660-4830
To contact this candidate email ed02ga4@aol.com