Jesse Galarneau
10206 75A Ave Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Skilled Pipeline Inspector with background in overseeing construction and maintenance of oil and gas pipelines. Strengths include ability to interpret blueprints, strong knowledge of safety procedures, and experience with non-destructive testing tools. Demonstrated impact in previous roles through proactive identification of potential defects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Kinetic Energies Inc.
Grande Prairie, Alberta
10.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance and instruction to welders on proper welding techniques and procedures.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
- Reported any discrepancies in workmanship or material quality to the appropriate personnel.
- Interpreted complex technical specifications from customers or government agencies.
- Evaluated existing processes for effectiveness and efficiency, then made recommendations for improvement when appropriate.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding delivery schedules, pricing, quality assurance requirements.
- Conducted visual inspections of welds to ensure code compliance.
- Worked closely with other departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Production Control.
- Monitored welders' performance during production welding activities.
- Verified that all welders have the necessary qualifications prior to production welding.
- Inspected welding operations for adherence to quality control standards.
- Administered tests to welders to assess understanding of work and applicable code requirements.
Pipeline Inspector
TC Energy - Coastal GasLink
, BC
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Evaluated contractor performance against established criteria during construction projects.
- Maintained records of all operational data, including pressure readings, flow rates, and other measurements.
- Performed regular inspections of pipelines and related equipment.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations pertaining to pipelines.
- Prepared reports summarizing operational data for upper management review.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Supervised various areas of the pipeline, including but not limited to bending, stringing, ROW and access, blasting, hydrotest, and cleanup.
Welder and Pipeline Supervisor
Macro Pipelines
01.2000 - 06.2021
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment.
- Performed regular inspections of pipelines and related equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering staff on projects related to improving existing systems or designing new ones.
- Supervised pipeline operations and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations pertaining to pipelines.
- Prepared reports summarizing operational data for upper management review.
- Coordinated activities with subcontractor personnel and assisted in proactively managing team resources to meet project requirements.
Education
CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector -
Canadian Welding Bureau
01-2024
CSA Z662 Code Endorsement -
Canadian Welding Bureau
01-2024
Level 4 Hydrotest Certification -
TransCanada Energy
01-2023
Certified Erosion Control Lead -
Erosion And Sediment Control Association of BC
01-2022
API 1169 -
American Petroleum Institute
01-2021
CWB Hydrotest Certification -
Canadian Welding Bureau
01-2021
Journeyman B Pressure Welder -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC01-1997
Skills
- Project Supervision & Inspections
- Welding Machinery & Procedures
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Safety & Compliance
- Quality Assurance / Quality
- Document Package Review
Professional References
- Gordan Moffat, (780) 991-4136
- Ryan Euchner, (780) 514-0791
more references available upon request
Certification
All safety, oilfield and construction tickets available upon request
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Kinetic Energies Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Pipeline Inspector
TC Energy - Coastal GasLink
06.2021 - 10.2023
Welder and Pipeline Supervisor
Macro Pipelines
01.2000 - 06.2021
CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector -
Canadian Welding Bureau
CSA Z662 Code Endorsement -
Canadian Welding Bureau
Level 4 Hydrotest Certification -
TransCanada Energy
Certified Erosion Control Lead -
Erosion And Sediment Control Association of BC
API 1169 -
American Petroleum Institute
CWB Hydrotest Certification -
Canadian Welding Bureau
Journeyman B Pressure Welder -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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