Christopher Shoaf

Experience

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  CenterPoint Energy

  Feb 2016 - now

  Lead Techincal Training Specialist

  Perform administrative task for the company welding program including: writing and qualifying welding procedures specifications (WPS) for API 1104 and ASME BPV Section 9 codes, insuring regulatory compliance items are maintained. Qualification of pipeline distribution and transmission welders, maintain qualification records, review and approve NDE procedures, teach various courses to apprentice and inspection personnel, procure and prepare materials for training and qualification, represent company in regulatory audits pertaining to welding, insure operator qualifications are up to date for the welding personnel and provide technical support to operations, construction and engineering. Show less