Juan Hernandez
Phoenix
Summary
Pipe fitter with extensive experience in tool installation at semiconductor plants, and five years in the construction, oil, and gas sectors. Proven leadership as a former Marine Corps sergeant squad leader, with two combat deployments and two campaign medals. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform under pressure, ensuring team safety and mission success. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with translation capabilities, enhancing communication in diverse environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
1st class Pipefitter
Bechtel
Port Arthur
05.2025 - Current
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at PALNG (Port Arthur Liquefied Natural Gas).
- Adapted to new technologies in pipefitting industry to enhance operational efficiency.
- Inspected worksites for obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Reviewed system P&IDs along with isometrics in order to establish detailed work procedures.
- Led fitting operations at heights reaching 80ft on various structures and equipment.
- Established installation sequences around obstructions to maximize workflow.
- Conducted fits for components up to 72" in diameter utilizing specialized tools.
- Executed repairs on different lines to ensure system functionality.
- Guided pipe fitters, welders, and riggers to improve project team efficiency.
1st class Pipefitter
SST
Reno
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Job-Specific Overview: Working for Tesla Gigafactory.
- Established stainless steel steam lines in compliance with isometrics and system P&IDs.
- Collaborated with diverse materials including aqua therm, stainless steel, carbon steel, and CPVC.
- Constructed skid systems using various piping and structural materials from inception to completion.
- Conducted RFIs and executed repairs on existing systems and headers sourced from fabrication shops.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety standards during installations.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Installed and fabricated supports for pipes to keep them in place during the installation process.
Foreman/Supervisor
Okland self Performing Piping
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at TSMC.
- Performed as a (working) Foreman/Supervisor, leading various crews from 'base build,' including, but not limited to, running wastewater lines for the new fabs.
- Worked on lines for 'tool install,' working within clean rooms.
- Worked with materials ranging from PVC, polypropylene, stainless steel, and carbon steel.
- Conducted and oversaw various fittings, including butt fusions, Viega press, and gluing/bonding, ranging from sizes (½"-14").
- Conducted final inspections to guarantee that work met project specifications and quality standards.
- Led teams of skilled workers by providing direction and support during projects.
- Conducted safety inspections to maintain compliance with OSHA and site regulations.
- Trained and mentored new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices, and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Adopt a culture of continuous improvement, lead by example, encourage innovative solutions, and efficiency.
- Elevated safety standards, conducting regular training sessions, and safety audits.
- Promoted company policies and beliefs, including, importantly, family culture.
Foreman
Enermech
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at TSMC.
- Worked as a foreman, leading a crew of fitters and helpers, conducting tool installations.
- Worked alongside various engineers for a plethora of different tools and scrubbers, installing drain lines and process piping.
- Fits include socket fusions, butt fusions, intubations, swedge locks, mega press, and various valves.
- Led teams of skilled workers by providing direction and support during projects.
- Identified issues with equipment by performing regular checks.
- Addressed on-site challenges to minimize project delays.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage, and labor allocations.
- Strengthened vendor relationships, ensuring a consistent supply and quality of materials.
- Boosted operational efficiency, redesigning processes to eliminate bottlenecks, and streamline tasks.
Pipefitter Supervisor
Fluor Corp
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at Intel.
- Supervised crew of pipefitters and helpers to ensure quality workmanship.
- Directed fits for orbital and polypropylene fusion welds.
- Managed installation of drain and gas lines for diverse tools.
- Executed butt welds, socket welds, and valve installations.
- Connected new systems to existing components using welding, bolting, and threading techniques.
- Interpreted isometric drawings to facilitate accurate installation of piping systems.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance efficiency in assembling and repairing piping systems.
1st class Pipefitter
NTI
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at Tampa Ship.
- worked as a first-class pipefitter on various ships that arrived for repairs.
- Led a crew of pipefitters performing repairs on ships.
- Fits included cuts, assembling, and repairing various systems, ballast lines/tanks, and sea chest valves on various parts and types of ships.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges, and clamps to complete system setup.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance, and functionality.
- Demonstrated versatility in skill set by working with various types of materials, such as PVC, copper, steel, and cast iron, among others.
Foreman
PMI
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at Ascend Plant.
- Worked as a foreman on a shutdown for the Ascend plant.
- Led a crew of pipefitters, performing repairs on various systems within the plant.
- Led a team of skilled workers by providing direction and support during projects.
- Identified issues with equipment by performing regular checks.
- Addressed on-site challenges to minimize project delays.
- Conducted final inspections to guarantee that the work met project specifications.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices, and comply with protocols and regulations.
1st Class Pipefitter
Performance Contractors
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Job-specific Overview: Working at Calgon Carbon Plant.
- Worked as a 1st-class pipefitter on the addition of the Calgon Carbon Plant.
- Made various installations of systems as per ISO specs for the addition of the Calgon Carbon Plant.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges, and clamps to complete system setup.
- Facilitated smooth project execution by interpreting isometric drawings for accurate installation or modification of piping systems.
- Contributed to overall company success by maintaining a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to delivering exceptional service on all projects undertaken.
1st Class Pipefitter/Supervisor
NTI
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at Tampa Ship.
- Worked as a 1st-class pipefitter/supervisor.
- Made various fits and installations on the new tugboat being fabricated at the shipyard, as well as all repairs on the ships brought in.
- Led a crew of pipefitters to do the same.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams, and other technical drawings to determine the best installation methods.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance, and functionality.
1st Class Pipefitter
Performance Contractors
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Job-Specific Overview: Working at Chevron Refinery.
- I worked as a 1st class pipefitter on various shutdowns taking place at the Chevron Pascagoula refinery.
- Performed various fits and repairs throughout the refinery on different systems.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges, and clamps to complete system setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- 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.
Marine Corps Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
11.2018 - 06.2020
- United States Marine Corps.
- Deployed to Al-Taqaddum, Iraq, as a Sergeant with Golf Company, as part of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, with the 1st Marine Division.
- Selected to participate in "Lions Den" operations conducting fingerprint seeking and vetting of Iraqi personnel, along with cargo and supply vehicles, gaining access into the compound in order to safeguard friendly personnel, equipment, and sensitive information.
- Conducted security force operations all around the compound.
- Participated in advise and assist operations with Iraqi counterparts.
- Conducted QRF (Quick Reaction Force) operations in order to assist friendly and coalition forces in the A.O. (Area of Operations).
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes in complex problem-solving scenarios.
- Improved overall unit performance with thorough after-action reviews, and constructive feedback.
- Developed junior Marines into future leaders through consistent mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Fostered strong relationships with partner nations through participation in joint military exercises, and cultural exchanges.
- Established strong working relationships with local authorities for improved coordination during joint operations.
- Contributed to mission success by providing timely intelligence analysis and recommendations to the command staff.
- Demonstrated resilience under pressure by consistently performing at a high level, despite challenging conditions or unforeseen obstacles.
Marine Corps Corporal
United States Marine Corps
11.2017 - 11.2018
- United States Marine Corps.
- Deployed to Shadadi, Syria, and Al-Jaber, Kuwait, as a corporal with Golf Company, as part of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, with the 1st Marine Division.
- Conducted tactical recovery of aircraft personnel in the Al-Anbar province, based out of Al-Jaber.
- Conducted and led reconnaissance patrols in and out of Shadadi.
- Conducted and participated in protective mounted patrols from Shadadi to Spokane, Syria.
- Conducted security force operations within Shadadi, Syria.
- Promoted a culture of safety, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines, and reducing incidents during training exercises and combat.
- Developed junior Marines into future leaders through consistent mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Administered efficient administrative support for daily unit functions, including scheduling meetings, processing travel requests, and managing personnel records.
- Safeguarded classified information by adhering to strict security protocols, and maintaining situational awareness in sensitive environments.
- Enabled rapid response capabilities by coordinating logistics support for deployment readiness exercises and real-world contingencies.
- Provided crucial first aid treatment during medical emergencies, preserving the health of fellow service members on the battlefield, or during training evolutions.
- Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
- Led successful missions by implementing strategic planning, and effective teamwork.
- Enhanced the morale and welfare of fellow Marines through the organization of recreational activities and special events.
Marine Corps Lance Corporal
United States Marine Corps
03.2016 - 11.2017
- United States Marine Corps.
- Streamlined communication processes for increased efficiency during high-stress operations.
- Ensured continuity of operations by meticulously maintaining records, reports, and documentation related to all aspects of the unit's activities.
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting comprehensive training exercises and evaluations.
- Promoted a culture of safety, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines, and reducing incidents during training exercises.
- Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
- Demonstrated resilience under pressure by consistently performing at a high level, despite challenging conditions or unforeseen obstacles.
Marine Corps Private
United Staes Marine Corps
01.2016 - 03.2016
- United States Marine Corps.
- Fostered strong relationships with partner nations through participation in joint military exercises, and cultural exchanges.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes in complex problem-solving scenarios.
- Participated in humanitarian assistance missions, delivering critical aid supplies to disaster-stricken communities.
- Increased operational capabilities through the regular maintenance of vehicles, weapons systems, and other essential equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edinburg Highschool
Edinburg Texas05-2015
Skills
- Leadership
- Time allocation
- Interpersonal skills
- Instruction and counseling skills
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Capacity planning
- Technical drawing proficiency
- Adherence and safety assurance
- Native/Bilingual and Biliterate proficiency
Certification
• Forklift Certification
• OSHA Certified (OSHA 10 ,OSHA 30)
• Viega press (Enermech, Okland/TSMC)
• Mega press (Tampa Ship)
• Swedge lock (Tampa Ship, Enermech/TSMC)
• Poly fusion (Enermech/TSMC)
• Gluing/Bonding (Enermech, Okland/TSMC, TESLA)
• CLS (Combat Life-Saving)
• Expeditionary OSINT
• TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty care)
• Combat Hunter
• TSULC (Tactical Small Unit Leaders Course)
• Intelligence Support to Targeting
• Lance Corporals Leaderships and Ethics
• Infantry Training Battalion
• Non-Lethal Weapons 17-6
• Center of Gravity Workshop
• Tactical Collections Management
• OSHA Certified (OSHA 10 ,OSHA 30)
• Viega press (Enermech, Okland/TSMC)
• Mega press (Tampa Ship)
• Swedge lock (Tampa Ship, Enermech/TSMC)
• Poly fusion (Enermech/TSMC)
• Gluing/Bonding (Enermech, Okland/TSMC, TESLA)
• CLS (Combat Life-Saving)
• Expeditionary OSINT
• TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty care)
• Combat Hunter
• TSULC (Tactical Small Unit Leaders Course)
• Intelligence Support to Targeting
• Lance Corporals Leaderships and Ethics
• Infantry Training Battalion
• Non-Lethal Weapons 17-6
• Center of Gravity Workshop
• Tactical Collections Management
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Arabic
Timeline
1st class Pipefitter
Bechtel
05.2025 - Current
1st class Pipefitter
SST
02.2025 - 04.2025
Foreman/Supervisor
Okland self Performing Piping
06.2024 - 11.2024
Foreman
Enermech
07.2023 - 05.2024
Pipefitter Supervisor
Fluor Corp
06.2022 - 02.2023
1st class Pipefitter
NTI
05.2022 - 06.2022
Foreman
PMI
03.2022 - 05.2022
1st Class Pipefitter
Performance Contractors
01.2022 - 03.2022
1st Class Pipefitter/Supervisor
NTI
01.2021 - 12.2021
1st Class Pipefitter
Performance Contractors
06.2020 - 01.2021
Marine Corps Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
11.2018 - 06.2020
Marine Corps Corporal
United States Marine Corps
11.2017 - 11.2018
Marine Corps Lance Corporal
United States Marine Corps
03.2016 - 11.2017
Marine Corps Private
United Staes Marine Corps
01.2016 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Edinburg Highschool