Houston Irwin
Lenoir City
Summary
Precision-driven Pipefitter known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in drawing interpretation, system layout planning, fabrication, ensuring quality installation and maintenance of piping systems. Communicate effectively, solve problems creatively, and adapt to changing work conditions with ease to excel in collaborative environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Labeling and Tagging Craft Field Engineer
Consolidated Nuclear Security
Oak Ridge
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot technical issues on-site.
- Conducted field inspections to ensure compliance with procedures.
- Coordinated with craft to ensure multiple Turn Over deadlines were met.
Instrumentation Craft Field Engineer
Consolidated Nuclear Security
Oak Ridge
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted field assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated with craft support to ensure installation complied with procedures.
- Completed records and documentation to support BNI Engineering.
Instrumentation Fitter
Consolidated Nuclear Security
Oak Ridge
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Assembled and installed instrumentation systems for nuclear facility operations.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on various instruments and equipment.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation issues.
- Interpreted technical drawings to guide installation and repair processes.
Pipefitter
Consolidated Nuclear Security
Oak Ridge
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for accurate pipe fitting tasks.
- Utilized welding equipment to join pipes securely and effectively.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
Pipefitter
Del-Air Mechanical
Knoxville
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Shoffner Kalthoff Mechanical Electrical Services
Knoxville
04.2015 - 05.2019
- Assisted in assembling and installing piping systems for HVAC projects.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained tools for efficient operation.
- Collaborated with senior pipefitters to troubleshoot installation issues.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate work tasks.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing for both domestic and HVAC lines.
- Assisted journeymen Pipefitters with complex fabrication projects requiring specialized skillsets.
Education
Plumbing Apprenticeship
PHCC
Knoxville, TN 05.2015 - 05.2019
Lenoir City High School
Lenoir City, TNSkills
- Technical troubleshooting
- Piping isometric drafting and interpretation
- Quality assurance
- Effective teamwork
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Labeling and Tagging Craft Field Engineer
Consolidated Nuclear Security
08.2025 - Current
Instrumentation Craft Field Engineer
Consolidated Nuclear Security
09.2024 - 08.2025
Instrumentation Fitter
Consolidated Nuclear Security
01.2023 - 09.2024
Pipefitter
Consolidated Nuclear Security
04.2021 - 01.2023
Pipefitter
Del-Air Mechanical
05.2019 - 04.2021
Plumbing Apprenticeship
PHCC
05.2015 - 05.2019
Pipefitter Apprentice
Shoffner Kalthoff Mechanical Electrical Services
04.2015 - 05.2019
Lenoir City High School