Ray Thomas

• Installing Well heads on oil wells and fabricating flow lines the oil and gas industry.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes as required by evolving project needs or changes in technology.
• Minimized downtime through swift troubleshooting skills applied when encountering issues during the welding process.
• Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing hazards for coworkers and promoting overall workplace safety.

contract welding for several oil and gas construction companies s well as industrial construction companies.

Companiesworked for are McAbee Construction, Ag-Con Construction, LA Crane Construction, Circle H Welding, Bellaire Welding, Production Hookup Services, Brammer Energy.

Conducted pipe welding off shore on production wells and on land fabrication of flow lines for oil and gas plants.

Structural welding for gas plants and repairing pipelines.

• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
• Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Acquired ASME Welding Certification to weld pipe and pressure vessels for X-ray
• Pipe welder on and off shore on production packages

• Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes in complex problem-solving scenarios.
• Administered efficient administrative support for daily unit functions including scheduling meetings, processing travel requests, and managing personnel records.
• Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
• Promoted a culture of safety, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines and reducing incidents during training exercises.
• Acquired the position of Platoon Sergeant while serving with 3rd Battalion 7th Marines as an infantry Marine.