Quinton Matthews
Sarnia,ON
Summary
Accomplished Pipefitter Journeyman with a proven track record at Kel-Gor, adept in SAP software and mentoring apprentices. Expertise in reducing downtime and enhancing system functionality through skilled piping fabrication and installation. Demonstrates strong project support and safety techniques, ensuring efficient operations and project success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter Journeyman
Kel-Gor
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Installed and uninstalled over 100+ pipe spades of varying sizes, which facilitated the speedy turnaround of several refinery units.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting issues, repairing damaged components, and replacing worn parts as needed.
- Mentored apprentices in the trade, fostering their development into skilled journeyman pipefitters themselves.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Pipefitter Apprentice
St. Clair Mechanical
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained accurate inventory records for tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring proper stock levels were available when needed.
- Facilitated smooth operations by maintaining over 5 clean and organized material lay-down areas, while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by assisting with material handling, coordinating the loading and unloading of many truck beds, as well as documenting and confirming shipping manifests.
Pipefitter Apprentice
St. Clair Mechanical Inc.
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked 60+ hours a week during high intensity plant turnaround; accomplished many duties in a high stress environment.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Fabricated and installed threaded pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
Pipefitter Apprentice
CIMS Limited Partnership
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Lead 3-man team of apprentices in completing multiple small but high-priority tasks required to meet turnaround deadlines.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Tested piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
Pipefitter Planner
Kel-Gor
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Completed over 150+ large scale job orders for turnaround execution.
- Quickly became proficient in SAP software used to order materials and schedule labour for work orders.
- Planned, photographed, and mapped out pipefitter tasks that were to be executed during plant turnaround.
- Coordinated efforts between departments and clarified scope of work to all those involved.
- Developed friendly and professional relations with retailers when ordering materials, components or labour for planned jobs.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Kel-Gor
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Supervised several apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
Education
Skilled Trades Red Seal - Steamfitter Trades
Skilled Trades Ontario
Sarnia, ON05.2024
Certificate - Steamfitter - Advanced
Lambton College
Sarnia03.2024
Apprenticeship - Steamfitter
Skilled Trades Ontario
Sarnia, ON03.2024
High School Diploma -
St. Christopher's Catholic Secondary School
Sarnia, ON06.2013
Skills
- Computer Proficiency
- SAP Software
- Microsoft Office Software
- Materials Ordering
- Safety Techniques
- Isometric Drawing
- Steel Cutting
- Project Support
- Job Order Prioritization
- Construction Operations
- Project Drawings
- Operating Manlifts
- Piping Fabrication and Installation
- Project Deadlines
- Blueprint Reading
- Fall Protection
Certification
- Licensed Steamfitter - May 2024
- Confined Space Entry & Attendant Awareness, IEC - January, 2023
- Safety Attendant (ME/SUPAIR/HW) Awareness, IEC - January, 2023
- Basic Safety Orientation PLUS, IEC - August 2023
- Working At Heights Refresher, IEC - September 2020
- Atmosphere Supplying Respirator Theory, IEC - August 2022
- Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material, Nova Chemicals, February 2020
Timeline
Pipefitter Journeyman
Kel-Gor
04.2024 - 06.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
St. Clair Mechanical
08.2023 - 10.2023
Pipefitter Apprentice
St. Clair Mechanical Inc.
10.2022 - 12.2022
Pipefitter Apprentice
CIMS Limited Partnership
09.2022 - 10.2022
Pipefitter Planner
Kel-Gor
01.2021 - 07.2022
Pipefitter Apprentice
Kel-Gor
10.2019 - 08.2020
Skilled Trades Red Seal - Steamfitter Trades
Skilled Trades Ontario
Certificate - Steamfitter - Advanced
Lambton College
Apprenticeship - Steamfitter
Skilled Trades Ontario
High School Diploma -
St. Christopher's Catholic Secondary School
- Licensed Steamfitter - May 2024
- Confined Space Entry & Attendant Awareness, IEC - January, 2023
- Safety Attendant (ME/SUPAIR/HW) Awareness, IEC - January, 2023
- Basic Safety Orientation PLUS, IEC - August 2023
- Working At Heights Refresher, IEC - September 2020
- Atmosphere Supplying Respirator Theory, IEC - August 2022
- Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material, Nova Chemicals, February 2020
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