Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Mark Trahan II

Westlake,LA

Summary

Hardworking and skilled pipefitter offering proven expertise in completing pipe systems and installations with quality work. Efficiently cut and fabricate pieces to finalize designs. Excellent technical, project management and decision-making abilities developed over 4 years of pipefitting experience.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Pipefitter Leadman

Brown And Root Industries
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with clear communication regarding project progress, addressing concerns promptly as they arose.
  • Improved project efficiency by skillfully coordinating pipefitting tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
  • Ensured smooth operations during staff shortages by stepping up as temporary supervisor when required without compromising quality or timeline adherence.
  • Fostered a positive work environment and teamwork by addressing conflicts promptly, facilitating open communication within the team.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Upheld a strong safety culture by participating in ongoing training sessions and sharing acquired knowledge with fellow team members.

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.

Pipefitter

Greenberry
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.

Fabricator

Custom Metal Fabricators
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
  • Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
  • Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
  • Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
  • Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members on complex projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.

Pipefitter

Shaw Group
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Supported fellow team members in their tasks, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized both safety and efficiency.

Pipefitter

Austin Industrail
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • 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.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.

Pipefitter

APTIM
01.2023 - 02.2023

• Take machinery off service to be washed, tested, purged, and put back into service.

Pipefitter

Catamaran
01.2023 - 01.2023
  • Build supports for systems
  • Cut shell off boiler to repair

Pipefitter

Turner Industries
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing.
  • Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
  • Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
  • Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
  • Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
  • Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
  • Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Installed supports from beams to secure pipes in place.
  • Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Rigged and signaled for crane to put pipe in pipe rack.

Pipefitter

Worley
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems.
  • Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.

Pipefitter

R&R Construction
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Measured and marked pipes for cutting.
  • Fit up pipe to be welded and built to drawings.
  • Installed heater box and stack.

Carpenter Helper

Garrison
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Followed carpenter directions and work order information.
  • Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Operated tools and equipment, increasing mastery by shadowing lead carpenters.
  • Partnered with carpenter to complete range of skilled work.
  • Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Completed basic and semi-skilled work under direction of fully qualified carpenter.
  • Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.

Helper

Turner Industries
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Maintained plant cleanliness after hurricane.

Pipefitter

APTIM
10.2020 - 10.2020
  • Two different turn arounds
  • Installed pipe
  • Tightened flanges to spec

Helper

Turner Industries
05.2020 - 06.2020
  • Fit pipe inside heater
  • Uninstall props

Sprinkler Fitter Helper

S&S Sprinkler
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Organized shop
  • Install sprinkler pipe systems
  • Inspect/test sprinkler alarm system with technician.

Helper

Polaris Construction
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Fit stainless pipe in fabshop
  • Cut pipe to length with torch and beveling band

Helper

PCL Construction
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Walk down drawings and make sure everything is there.
  • Install/fit pipe with pipefitter.

Helper

APTIM
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • Clean and bevel pipe
  • Cut pipe to length from drawings
  • Fit pipe when a pipefitter would miss work
  • Helped QC check in material
  • Get material need for bill of material

Education

High School Diploma -

Vinton High School
Vinton, LA
05.2015

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Detail Oriented
  • Material Prepping
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Decision Making
  • Safety Protocols
  • Problem-Solving
  • Pipe installation
  • Pipe layout design
  • Pipe fabrication
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Pipefitter Leadman

Brown And Root Industries
02.2025 - 03.2025

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
01.2025 - 02.2025

Pipefitter

Greenberry
09.2024 - 12.2024

Fabricator

Custom Metal Fabricators
03.2024 - 09.2024

Pipefitter

Shaw Group
07.2023 - 03.2024

Pipefitter

Austin Industrail
02.2023 - 07.2023

Pipefitter

APTIM
01.2023 - 02.2023

Pipefitter

Catamaran
01.2023 - 01.2023

Pipefitter

Turner Industries
03.2022 - 12.2022

Pipefitter

Worley
07.2021 - 03.2022

Pipefitter

R&R Construction
03.2021 - 07.2021

Carpenter Helper

Garrison
12.2020 - 02.2021

Helper

Turner Industries
10.2020 - 12.2020

Pipefitter

APTIM
10.2020 - 10.2020

Helper

Turner Industries
05.2020 - 06.2020

Sprinkler Fitter Helper

S&S Sprinkler
12.2019 - 02.2020

Helper

Polaris Construction
08.2019 - 11.2019

Helper

PCL Construction
04.2018 - 08.2019

Helper

APTIM
02.2018 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Vinton High School
Mark Trahan II