David Kush
Bakersfield
Summary
Over 20 years of leadership experience in civil, industrial, and energy sectors, specializing in pipeline, infrastructure, and utility projects. Demonstrated expertise in safety management, team leadership, budget oversight, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of coordinating multi-discipline crews, enforcing quality standards, and delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Inspector
California Pipeline Inspection Inc.
12.2023 - Current
- Oversaw pipeline replacement projects, including welding, hydro-testing, bolting, and restoration.
- Conducted job site inspections to ensure strict adherence to environmental, safety, and quality standards.
- Delivered daily technical reports and progress updates to management.
- Reviewed vendor invoicing for accuracy and alignment with contractual obligations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting operational issues and implementing corrective actions.
Construction Inspector
Energy Experts International
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Directed construction activities for utility and infrastructure projects across diverse field conditions.
- Conducted safety briefings, quality audits, and supervised multi-discipline crews to ensure project success.
- Maintained regulatory compliance, documentation, and reporting across multiple active sites.
- Coordinated resources and schedules to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
Construction Inspector
California Pipeline Inspection Inc.
12.2015 - 12.2020
- Inspected all phases of pipeline construction, including coating, welding, excavation, and restoration.
- Logged and submitted detailed daily reports on project activities, quality tests, and compliance checks.
- Performed quality testing on coatings using industry-standard tools and procedures.
- Recommended and implemented corrective actions for non-compliance issues to maintain project integrity.
Construction Manager
UCI Construction Inc.
12.2003 - 12.2015
- Managed civil and industrial construction projects, including petrochemical and food/dairy facilities.
- Supervised schedules, subcontractors, and labor teams, ensuring projects were completed on time and safely.
- Performed welding and fabrication of Steel, HDPE, PVC, and Copper piping for water, gas, and process systems.
- Collaborated with maintenance departments to assess repair and installation needs, preparing detailed job quotes.
- Monitored resource usage, documented labor data, and coordinated communication between engineering, inspection, and field teams.
- Enforced safety protocols, conducted toolbox talks, and ensured regulatory compliance.
Operator/Craftsman
Accelerated Environmental Services
06.2002 - 12.2003
- Operated mobile high-pressure jetting equipment for industrial cleaning of sewers, tanks, process systems, and vessels.
- Performed hydro blasting to clean interiors of industrial tanks, vats, and containers.
- Assisted with equipment maintenance, setup, and site preparation for safe operation.
Education
CPWI + Visual Certification -
National Welding Inspection School
Burton, TX01.2020
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Grande High School
Arroyo Grande, CA01.2002
Skills
- Project & Crew Leadership
- Pipeline Inspection & Construction
- Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Management
- Safety Management & Training
- Quality Assurance & Technical Reporting
- Critical Thinking & Field Adaptability
Certification
- CPWI + Visual Certification, NWIS National Welding School, 12/01/20
- NACE CIP Level 1 Certified, 12/01/19
- OSHA 30 & First Aid/CPR Certified
- 360 Training – Blueprint Basics, 000038784065
- Veriforce OQ, 8859
- ISNetworld OQ, 03612736
References
- Amanuel Legesse, Project Manager, SCG Tech Services, (323) 376-3396
- Braxton Shaw, Author, Researcher, Engineer, (562) 842-6565
- Kevin Viser, Public Works Inspector, City of Santa Clarita, (661) 510-1346
Timeline
Construction Inspector
California Pipeline Inspection Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Construction Inspector
Energy Experts International
12.2020 - 12.2023
Construction Inspector
California Pipeline Inspection Inc.
12.2015 - 12.2020
Construction Manager
UCI Construction Inc.
12.2003 - 12.2015
Operator/Craftsman
Accelerated Environmental Services
06.2002 - 12.2003
CPWI + Visual Certification -
National Welding Inspection School
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Grande High School
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