Salvatore Terzoli
San Pedro
Summary
Welding Apprentice experienced in welding processes, metal cutting, and soldering. Achieved team efficiency and productivity through strong work ethic, attention to safety, and ability to interpret complex blueprints. Focused on delivering high-quality results while adapting to fast-paced environments and meeting project deadlines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter Helper
Local 250
Gardena
08.2013 - Current
- Supported installation and maintenance of piping systems alongside skilled pipefitters, enhancing project efficiency.
- Prepared and organized tools and materials for pipefitting tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate workflow.
- Observed experienced workers to learn best practices in pipefitting tasks.
- Aided in troubleshooting installation issues, contributing to successful project completions with guidance from journeymen.
- Assisted Pipefitters in measuring, cutting, and threading pipes for installation.
- Inspected and cleaned pipes for defects prior to installation, ensuring quality and reliability of piping systems.
- Repaired damaged pipelines using various tools like wrenches and pliers.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during each job task.
- Recognized various materials used in piping systems and displayed working knowledge of material handling techniques.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Maintained tools and equipment used in pipefitting operations.
- Ground welds to ensure a smooth finish on the surface of the pipes.
- Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
- Used cutting torches and grinders to fabricate pipeline components.
- Assembled supports for pipes prior to installation according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Performed welding tasks such as soldering, brazing, and torch-cutting.
- Tested installed piping systems for leaks using air pressure gauges.
- Installed piping systems including valves, flanges, pressure gauges and thermometers.
- Read blueprints and schematics to determine layout of pipelines.
- Operated fusion equipment and maintained pipefitting hand tools to ensure proper functionality.
- Provided support in lifting heavy materials onto work platforms or scaffolding.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Transported pipe and equipment to job sites using forklifts or hand trucks.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on a variety of projects.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Inspected worksites to determine the presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Set alignment and grade using laser.
Certification
- OSHA 30
- Refinery Safety Overview
- Marathon Land Terminal
- Marathon LAR Safe Work Permit
- Marathon Marine Site Specific
Timeline
Pipefitter Helper
Local 250
08.2013 - Current