Christopher Galvan
Houston
Summary
Dynamic Pipefitter Foreman with extensive experience at Universal Industrial Services, recognized for enhancing project efficiency through expert blueprint interpretation and strong leadership skills. Proven track record in optimizing piping installations and ensuring compliance with safety standards, resulting in timely project completions and high-quality workmanship.
Professional pipefitting expert equipped for leadership roles. Skilled in blueprint interpretation, welding, and pipe installation. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and results-oriented approach. Reliable, adaptable, and effective in meeting project goals and deadlines.
A skilled trades professional with comprehensive experience in pipefitting and team leadership. Adept at managing large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and delivering quality results. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to dynamic work conditions, while maintaining focus on precision and efficiency.
Bilingual Pipefitter with supervisory experience and background in ship maintenance. Eager to apply pipefitting and repair skills to augment employer's services and market share.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Foreman
Universal Industrial Services
Texas
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Supervised installation and repair of piping systems, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated team activities to execute project timelines effectively and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on pipefitting techniques, tools usage, and safety measures for operational excellence.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance, verifying compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to interpret blueprints and schematics for accurate system installations.
- Managed inventory of materials, ensuring adequate supplies and timely procurement for ongoing projects.
- Resolved technical issues on-site, minimizing downtime and maintaining productivity during installations.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.
- Assisted in the design of custom pipe systems tailored to meet unique specifications demanded by clients across diverse industry sectors.
- Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
- Managed budgets efficiently while maintaining top-notch quality in pipefitting installations and repairs.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Turnaround Welding Services
Texas
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Fabricated and installed piping systems based on technical specifications and blueprints.
- Conducted pressure tests on pipes to ensure system integrity and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve installation issues efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Expedited project completion with effective use of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, and torches for various tasks.
- Optimized pipe system performance by conducting thorough inspections and troubleshooting issues effectively.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Pipefitter Foreman
Altair Strickland
Texas
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Adhered to strict regulatory compliance requirements while working on various job sites throughout the US market area.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
- Established effective communication channels between field personnel, management staff, clients, vendors ensuring smooth operations from start to finish on each project undertaken.
- Implemented cutting-edge technologies to enhance productivity and streamline project workflows.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Contributed significantly towards maintaining a safe working environment by upholding stringent safety protocols minimizing risks associated with potential workplace hazards.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
Pipefitter Leadman
Turn2
Texas
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Led pipefitting team in installation and repair of piping systems, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety standards, enhancing team efficiency.
- Supervised daily workflows, optimizing resource allocation and task assignments for project completion.
- Collaborated with project managers to assess project requirements and develop effective work plans.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work to ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Trained junior pipefitters on job-specific skills, enhancing their knowledge and performance within the team.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Wyatt
Texas
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted in training new apprentices on best practices for pipefitting techniques and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with project managers regarding project timelines and material needs.
- Implemented improvements to workflows that enhanced overall efficiency of pipefitting operations.
- Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues across trades for better collaboration during multi-disciplinary projects.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling piping systems.
Pipefitter Foreman
Ohmstede
Texas
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced safety measures by conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas.
- Reduced waste by implementing rigorous inventory control systems, optimizing material usage across all projects managed.
- Coordinated pre-construction meetings facilitating efficient planning discussions between stakeholders involved critical to successful project execution.
- Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Supervised installation and repair of piping systems, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated team activities to execute project timelines effectively and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining pipe installation processes and ensuring proper alignment.
- Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Lead teams in complex pipe system installations for various industries including oil and gas, power generation, and commercial construction projects.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
Pipefitter Leadman
S&b
Texas
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during installations, increasing overall productivity.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for tools and equipment, prolonging lifespan and reducing costs.
- Facilitated communication between crew members and management, promoting a cohesive work environment.
- Ensured smooth operations during staff shortages by stepping up as temporary supervisor when required without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective material requisition planning based on upcoming project needs.
- Increased productivity with proficient execution of pipe installation, modification, and repair tasks in a timely manner.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship by performing thorough inspections and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Pipefitter Journeyman
Jvic
Texas
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Fabricated and installed piping systems according to specifications and safety standards.
- Conducted inspections and troubleshooting of piping systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with project teams to coordinate installation schedules and resource allocation.
- Mentored apprentice pipefitters, providing guidance on best practices and safety protocols.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Pipe Fabricator
Woodgroup
Clute,tx
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to ensure accurate assembly of piping systems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols consistently.
- Demonstrated versatility in handling diverse projects, adapting quickly to specific requirements of each job site.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling pipes according to specifications.
Journeyman Pipefitter
TIC
Lovington ,NM
02.2017 - 03.2017
- Operated various pipefitting tools and equipment, enhancing operational efficiency on job sites.
- Assisted in training apprentices on best practices for safe pipefitting techniques and procedures.
- Implemented effective solutions to improve workflow processes and reduce project completion times.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling piping systems.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Jv Driver
Chocolate Bayou,tx
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Installed and maintained piping systems in compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to determine layout specifications.
- Utilized welding techniques to join pipes, ensuring structural integrity and durability.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Expedited project completion with effective use of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, and torches for various tasks.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
Education
Milby High School
Skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Pneumatic systems
- Steam systems
- Pipe cutting
- Valve installation
- Pipe fabrication
- Industrial piping
- Pipe supports
- Hand and power tools
- Installation and maintenance
- Pipefitting
- Pressure testing
- Material prepping
- Piping specifications
- Blueprint analysis
- Emergency repairs
- Equipment testing
- Codes expertise
- Piping diagram interpretation
- Piping layout
- Piping installations
- Cutting and threading
- Maintenance and repair
- Problem-solving
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Troubleshooting skills
- Team collaboration
- Job prioritizing
- Data entry and analysis
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Pipefitter Foreman
Universal Industrial Services
09.2023 - 05.2025
Journeyman Pipefitter
Turnaround Welding Services
11.2022 - 07.2023
Pipefitter Foreman
Altair Strickland
01.2022 - 07.2022
Pipefitter Leadman
Turn2
10.2021 - 01.2022
Journeyman Pipefitter
Wyatt
05.2021 - 09.2021
Pipefitter Foreman
Ohmstede
08.2020 - 03.2021
Pipefitter Leadman
S&b
03.2019 - 08.2020
Pipefitter Journeyman
Jvic
08.2018 - 01.2019
Pipe Fabricator
Woodgroup
07.2017 - 07.2018
Journeyman Pipefitter
TIC
02.2017 - 03.2017
Journeyman Pipefitter
Jv Driver
05.2016 - 02.2017
Milby High School