Jason Broha, Marie Crespo, Corinne Bergeron, Terry Kenney, and Andrew White
WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS
Alfredo Anguiano, Corinne Bergeron, Jonathon Brister, Jason Broha, Tommy Bonaventure, Carson Chaisson, Mike Campos, Marie Crespo, David Ducote, Roy Ellis, Jasmin Gaona, Erica Garay, Lori Garza, Andre Gautreaux, Phil Gauthreaux, Jessica Genoway, Charles Gilbert, Philip Grabert, Sarah Harris, Victor Jimenez, Terry Kenney, Nolan Landry III, Caleb Lovell, Hayden Moore, Raymond Neck, Paul Perkins, Favian Segoviano, Karen Smith, Carla Thompson, Gabriel Vela, Carissa Villarreal, Andrew White, Lindsey Wing, Nathon Williams, Kyle Williams, and Julia Wilson
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jason Broha
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Scott Greci and Katie Chemin
In this issue’s cover story, we focus on small capital projects. With this work, even the smallest project deserves the same level of care and attention as a major undertaking. Every project contributes to the overall success and growth of a client’s facility—just as every employee contributes to the success of Turner Industries.
This issue also features the Paris, Texas facility’s 25year celebration. As this anniversary continues to be celebrated, we want to acknowledge the many other awards and milestones achieved by Turner employees across the country. We are honored to share them and show the impact that every employee has on this company.
Enjoy the rest of your summer and, as always, stay safe!
an ds olutions to the companies t hat produce fuel, energy, and the materials essential to modern life.
SHUTDOWNS, TURNAROUNDS, & OUTAGES
EQUIPMENT, RIGGING, & SPECIALIZED TRANSPOR TATION
PIPE, VESSEL, & STEEL FABRICATION
SPECIALTY SERVICES
• ENVIRONMENTAL
• INDUSTRIAL
• INSPECTIONS & ND E
• ROPE ACCESS
• SCAFFOLDING, INSULATION, PAINTING & ABATEMENT ( SI PA )
SAFETY FIRST SAFETY FIRST
The Latest & Greatest Safety Updates From Around the Company
Heroic Response Saves Life at OxyChem
Taft, La A few months ago, a Turner employee at the OxyChem site in Taft, Louisiana,
provided critical care until paramedics arrived. The employee was transported to a hospital,
Houston, Texas
Additional Responders: Turner Industries’ Miles Cortez and MMR’s Riley Evans and Lee Severio.
CELEBRATING SAFETY!
Here are a few Turner Industries jobsites that recently celebrated OSHA recordable free safety milestones.
Eastman
Pace , Florida
Three Years
Syngenta
St. Gabriel, Louisiana
One Million Work Hours
Westlake
Geismar, Louisiana
Four Years
Westlake Epoxy
Deer Park , Texas
Seventeen Years
A scend
Alvin, Texas
Three Years
Kuraray Poval
Pasadena , Texas
Nine Years
World Safety Day
Port Arthur, Texas — Turner Industries recently supported TotalEnergies’ World Safety Day event in Port Arthur, Texas. The Turner team showcased our industry-leading rope access and NDE and inspection services, demonstrating how these minimize risk and ensure efficient project execution.
S.T.A.R.T.
Safety Program
Freeport, Texas — Turner Industries employees from the Olin Freeport site recently completed the S.T.A.R.T. supervisor training
Dow LAO Crew of the Month
Plaquemine, La. — Turner Industries’ LHC2 furnace crew was recently recognized as Crew of the Month at Dow’s Louisiana Operations. This Turner crew includes Ben Martin, James Whaley, Louis Topp, Troy Collins, Rasheed Gore, and James Hood.
Dow SCO Presents Turner with Maintenance Safety Excellence Award
Hahnville, La. — Turner Industries employees at Dow’s St. Charles Operations received the Maintenance Safety Excellence Award in recognition of their safety record throughout 2023, maintaining
From left are SCO Lead Site Director Luca Balbo, Turner Project Manager Tony Ditta, Turner Site Manager Philip Grabert, Turner Safety Manager Garin James, and SCO TES Director Jared Bellina.
Crew of the Month Hat Trick
Saraland , Ala. — Congratulations to Rodney Hale and his crew (Steven Doherty, Donald Hyde II, Trevor Owens, and Cory Patrick) for winning Turner’s Crew of the Month at the Vertex site in Saraland, Alabama three times this year. This outstanding crew consistently excels in safety, quality, and attendance. They’re known for their thorough JSAs, proactive stop works, high-quality work, and spotless work areas.
Congratulations to the SIPA team at Dow Poly 7 in Freeport! They were recognized by Dow Construction Manager Wes Tidwell at a recent safety meeting. Dow commended the group for their consistent
Diamond Level ABC Step Award
Freeport, Texas — Turner Industries was recently recognized with a Diamond Level STEP Award by the ABC Texas Gulf Coast Chapter for their commitment to safety. The award is presented by ABC to companies that demonstrate excellence in safety performance.
AFPM Contractor Safety Achievement Awards
Turner Industries is prou d to announce that 39 of its facilities have been recognized by the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) for outstanding safety performance. The AFPM Contractor Safety Achievement Awards recognize companies that have demonstrated excellence in safety across their operations.
TURNER INDUSTRIES GROUP
Cheniere Energy
Sabine Pass LNG LLC
CITGO Petroleum Corp.
Corpus Christi Refinery
Dow
Beaumont Site
Sabine River Works
Louisiana Operations
St. Charles Operations
Enterprise Products
Mont Belvieu Complex
ExxonMobil
Baton Rouge Refinery
Beaumont Refinery
Baytown Chemical Plant
Baton Rouge Chemical Plant
Baton Rouge Plastics Plant
Baton Rouge Polyolefins Plant
Gulf Coast Growth Ventures
Formosa Plastics
Point Comfort Facility
Louisiana Plant
Flint Hills Resources
Corpus Christi Complex
Huntsman
Geismar Plant
INVISTA
Houston Chemical
Westlake
Lake Charles (South)
Lake Charles (North)
Westlake Epoxy Deer Park
Westlake Geismar Plant
Longview Polypropylene Facility
Marathon Petroleum
Salt Lake City Refinery
El Paso Refinery
OQ Chemicals
Bay City Plant
OxyVinyl
Houston OperationsPasadena PVC Site
Pemex Deer Park
Deer Park Refinery
Phillips 66
Lake Charles Complex
Placid Refining
Placid Refining Company LLC
W.R. Grace
Lake Charles Site
Longview Plant (TX)
TURNER SPECIALTY SERVICES
Dow
Louisiana Operations
St. Charles Operations
ExxonMobil
Baton Rouge Refinery
Baton Rouge Chemical Plant
Pemex Deer Park
Deer Park Refinery
Westlake
Plaquemine Plant
Lake Charles (South)
TURNER INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE Huntsman
Geismar Plant
INTRODUCING
HARD HAT STICKER HARD HAT STICKER
Safety Recognition Program
The Turner Industries Safety Department is excited to announce the new Hard Hat Sticker Safety Recognition Program to Turner job sites across the nation. The recognition program consists of six categories for which employees, or crews, can be recognized. Recognition is in the form of hard hat stickers. The stickers will serve as a “badge of honor,” and a reminder to those around about the importance of daily safety procedures.
HARD HAT STICKERS WILL BE AWARDED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
STOP WORK
Recognizes an immediate safety hazard and takes action to stop work, preventing a potential accident. This could include situations that violate the seven life-critical rules or other exceptional circumstances.
GOOD CATCH
Prevents an event or circumstance that had the potential to cause property damage or injury/illness, but did not occur thanks to a corrective action and/or timely intervention.
BRIGHT IDEA
Improves the safety, work process, or condition of the jobsite by contributing an innovative solution to either an existing problem or a potential risk.
TOP MENTOR
An employee who generously shares their knowledge and experience, motivating and guiding colleagues to perform their jobs safely and effectively.
JSA+
Consistently completes thorough JSAs or proactively suggests improvements based on changing work conditions.
MVP
An employee who goes above and beyond, making exceptional contributions to projects and demonstrates excellence.
For more information about the program, scan the QR code.
PROJECTS + SERVICES PROJECTS + SERVICES
What It Takes to Get the Job Done Right
Turner Industries Participates in OxyChem Battleground Membrane Conversion Project Groundbreaking
Turner Industries is honored to play a key role in the OxyChem Battleground Membrane Conversion Project and attended the recent groundbreaking celebration alongside OxyChem and Technip Energies.
OxyChem’s Battleground plant in Texas is undergoing a multi-year modernization project to convert the chlor-alkali process from diaphragm to membrane technology while increasing production capacity and reducing energy and carbon intensity. This project began in 2023 and has an estimated completion date of 2026.
“Congratulations to our incredible OxyChem team and to all our contractors from Turner and Technip Energies for their dedication to launching this project. Breaking ground is the first step to building innovative technology to continue to provide safe drinking water, support health with disinfectants, and provide multiple products used for medical care. In addition, our products are necessary to secure food supply and enable critical technologies and construction products that are critical for the future.” — OxyChem President Wade Alleman
“OxyChem’s century-long commitment as an industry leader is evident in the ways they’ve advanced a safer world and a higher standard of living. At Turner Industries, we’re proud to partner with a company that produces essential chemicals at the highest levels, and we share their commitment to working safely, investing in communities, and caring for the environment.” — Turner Industries CEO Stephen Toups
From left are Turner Industries CEO Stephen Toups, OxyChem President Wade Alleman, and Technip Energies Senior Vice President of Sustainable Fuels, Chemicals, and Circularity Bhaskar Patel.
TSS Provides NDE and Inspection
Turner Specialty Services is now providing NDE and inspection services to Dow’s Texas Hub, helping to ensure
A dedicated team of more than 45 TSS personnel, including API, NDE, rope access, advanced NDE, and safety specialists, will support Dow’s Texas Hub. TSS’ NDE and inspection team will provide thorough inspections of equipment and infrastructure, and deploy advanced technologies like drones and crawlers to minimize
“Turner Industries is proud to deepen our partnership with Dow,” said Mike Stirrat, vice president of Turner Specialty Services’ NDE and inspection group. “We are committed to delivering the highest quality inspection
The Americas Styrenics leadership team in St. James, Louisiana recently recognized the Turner rope access group for identifying piping leaks before they actually leaked and caused a Loss of Primary Containment.
The rope access group was working on a nearby process line when they noticed another process line with heavy scaling and pitting. This was reported to AmSty operations, where further inspections revealed extensive wall thinning. Repairs were then made.
“The Turner rope access team’s keen eye and quick action prevented a potential environmental incident,” said Jody Fife, reliability technician specialist for Americas Styrenics LLC. “We are grateful for Turner’s partnership and the peace of mind that comes from knowing we have such a dedicated rope access team working alongside us.”
BEAT THE HEAT: Stay Safe and Cool on the Job
Working in high temperatures can be dangerous, leading to serious health issues like heat stroke. To keep yourself safe, follow these essential tips:
Hydrate Smartly: Stick to water and skip the caffeine, alcohol, and energy drinks. These can dehydrate you and increase your risk of heat illness.
Spot the Heat Hazards:
Always include heat hazard identification in your Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Take Breaks: Make sure to rest frequently in shaded areas or cooling tents.
Acclimate Gradually: Ease into working in the heat to give your body time to adjust.
If you have questions about working in heat, please contact your site safety representative or the corporate safety department.
Watch for These Warning Signs of Heat Illness:
• Dry mouth
• Thirst
• Irritability
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Extreme fatigue
• Cramping
If you notice any of these symptoms, take a break in a cool area and drink fluids.
Serious Symptoms? Act Fast!
• Loss of coordination
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Dehydration
• Heavy sweating or pale skin
• Headache
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Persistent muscle or intestinal cramps
If you experience any of these severe symptoms, seek medical attention right away.
A Legacy of Excellence
For nearly 25 years, Turner’s Specialized Welding Services (SWS) has earned the trust of its clients across the nation by dedicating itself to providing safe, quality work with unmatched productivity.
The SWS turnaround group has vast experience managing and executing major events across the country and has proven many times that its team of experts can handle even the most challenging applications with unmatched skill and precision.
Turner Firewater Crew Recognized by P emex Deer Park
At Pemex Deer Park, a team of six from Turner Industries carries out work that’s essential to the site’s safety. This crew, led by Javier Acuña, is responsible for maintaining the firewater system that protects Pemex and neighboring facilities.
Acuña and his team understand the weight of their responsibility. “We know that the work we do is vital,” he says. “It’s about keeping people and the facility safe.”
The crew members are experienced in their trades and dedicated to safety. They work on many different tasks, from simple repairs to complex installations, all with the goal of keeping the firewater system flowing. Whether it’s fixing a pipe or overhauling a pump, their work ensures that the firewater system remains ready to respond in an emergency.
As Pemex Deer Park continues to operate, the firewater system remains a vital asset, thanks to the hard work and dedication of this Turner maintenance crew.
SIPA Group Excels in Maintenance Services at Chemours La Porte
Turner Industries’ SIPA group has been performing maintenance services at the Chemours La Porte, Texas facility since February 2024. The SIPA group has been responsible for all scaffold, paint, insulation, and abatement services at the site.
SIPA’s safety performance in La Porte has been exemplary, with zero OSHA recordables. SIPA consistently performs a significant volume of work, with 800 work hours weekly and more than 3,500 work hours monthly, ensuring efficient and timely project completion.
Chemours has entrusted SIPA with this maintenance support due to its outstanding track record at the Chemours Ingleside facility in Texas. The SIPA group has received overwhelmingly positive feedback about its performance in La Porte, which demonstrates a mutually beneficial partnership that is helping to drive growth and success for both companies.
The Pemex Deer Park firewater system maintenance crew carries out work that’s essential to the site’s safety. From left are Javier Acuña, Jose Villanueva, Juan Morin, Alexander Acuña, Edgar Saenz, and Luther Mulkey.
Turner Industries Signs Statement of Support for National Guard and Reserve
Turner Industries recently signed a national statement from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense office. The ESGR program exists to promote cooperation and understanding between Reserve Component Service members and their civilian employers. Turner is honored to continue to support our service members, ensuring they can fulfill their military duties while advancing their civilian careers.
Employers signing a statement of support pledge that they:
Fully recognize, honor , and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.
Will provide managers and supervisors with the tools they need to effectively manage employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve.
Appreciate the values, leadership , and unique skills service members bring to the workforce and will encourage opportunities to employ guardsmen, reservists , and veterans.
Will continually recognize and support U.S. service members and their families in peace, in crisis , and in war.
Charged Up! Electric Vehicles
Join Our Fleet
Turner Industrial Maintenance has added new electric trucks to its equipment fleet. This initiative supports clients’ goals to lower their carbon footprints while promoting renewable energy sources. Other benefits of having electric vehicles can include cost savings, increased efficiencies, and improved working conditions. Additionally, the adoption of electric vehicles demonstrates Turner’s commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility.
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN PARIS, TEXAS
Turner Industries’ Pipe Fabrication Facility in Paris, Texas is celebrating a significant milestone — its 25th anniversary. This occasion marks a quarter century of growth, innovation, and community partnership in Northeast Texas.
1999
Turner recognized the need for expanded pipe fabrication capacity to meet growing demand. The company purchased a 350,000-square-foot facility in Paris, Texas from Babcock & Wilcox.
2005
Turner installed two large induction pipe bending machines, expanding their capacity to handle pipes up to 54 inches in diameter and four inches thick. This upgrade was complemented by the addition of a 70,000-square-foot coating facility across the street.
2008
Turner pursued and obtained three crucial nuclear stamps. This certification process, involving extensive documentation and a rigorous ASME audit, positioned Turner to support the nuclear energy sector.
2014-2016
Turner’s Paris facility fabricated over 34,000 pipe spools for Chevron Phillips Chemical’s Cedar Bayou complex in Baytown, Texas.
2019
The Paris facility demonstrated its nuclear fabrication expertise by producing approximately 825 ASME Section III pipe spools for the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant in Georgia.
2020
The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 led to a temporary idling of Paris’ operations as capital projects came to a standstill. However, Turner maintained a core team on-site to ensure readiness for future operations.
2022
Turner celebrated the successful completion of its inaugural Advanced Manufacturing Mentorship Program, created and taught in-house by employees in Paris, Texas.
2024 Facility Expansion
A s Turner celebrates its 25th anniversary in Paris, the company has unveiled a newly renovated operations building. The new office building was completed just in time to celebrate the facility’s 25th anniversary To mark the occasion, Turner held an open house to welcome visitors to the site.
PARIS, TEXAS FACILITY QUICK FACTS
TOTAL AREA : 375+ Acres
FABRICATION
• 360,000 square feet
• Seven fabrication bays
• Capable of 8,000 spools per month
• 50-foot and 75-foot heat treating furnaces
• Five X-ray bays
• Heat induction and cold bending capabilities
• Roll and cut grooving
• Structural steel support fabrication
• Coating and blasting
COATING
• 100 acres
• 75,000 square feet
• Climate controlled
• FBE and TSA capabilities
• 100-ton overhead crane capacity
Turner Industries CEO Stephen Toups welcomes attendees to the Paris, Texas facility's 25th anniversary celebration and ribbon cutting of the newly renovated operations building.
Ke'Aurian Jackson, an AutoCAD detailer in the engineering department at Turner Industries' Paris facility, joined the Turner executive leadership team to cut the ribbon and unveil the facility's newly renovated operations building. Ke'Aurian was hired by Turner after completing the Advanced Manufacturing Mentorship Program in Paris.
While mega projects tend to grab headlines these days , it ’ s small capital initiatives that help keep industrial facilities ahead of the curve. These “ small cap projects ” are targeted investments born from the need for continuous improvement, adaptation, and regulatory compliance . Turner Industries has become synonymous with excellence in this arena, offering a unique approach that emphasizes clientcentric solutions and local project-by-project management. This strategy has enabled Turner to consistently deliver highquality small cap projects on time, within budget, and safely.
Understanding Turner ’s Small Cap Philosophy
Turner defines small cap projects as minor initiatives focused on improving, modifying, or expanding existing industrial infrastructure. These projects are designed to deliver specific, targeted solutions while maintaining a smaller scale, scope, and budget. Our combination of strong client relationships, local market expertise, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and a ONE Solution services model allows us to execute these projects with precision and quality.
Success in small cap work means treating every project, no matter the size, with the same level of care and attention.
NESTED
Turner’s nested small cap model provides clients with a dedicated, core team of resources embedded within their facility to execute a consistent stream of small to midsize capital projects. Nested projects focus on minor scope upgrades within an existing facility. These typically include piping, structural improvements, fabrication, scaffolding, paint ing , insulation, NDE services, and more, generally with smaller/lower budgets.
IN AND OUT
For standalone small cap projects or those with new clients, Turner’s in/out approach ensures flexibility. In/ out projects address larger scope initiatives involving modifications, replacements, or additions to piping or structural systems. Turner also provides in/out small cap services such as civil work (parking lots, foundations, slabs, etc.), scaffolding, paint ing , insulation, fabrication, and more.
T HE T URNER A DVANTAGE
With no project too big or too small, our personnel carry a broad skill set, making us a highly adaptable partner. Our core teams are not only proficient but also multicrafted, ensuring quality, cost certainty, and the flexibility to meet specific client needs. By prioritizing cost certainty, quality workmanship, and
ensuring the right team is assigned to each project,
Turner alleviates the common challenges that facilities face when requiring small cap work. Ultimately, facilities that need small cap work value quality, communication, responsiveness, transparency, integrity, costeffectiveness, safety, resource availability, innovative solutions,
Safety isn’t just a priority, it’s a passion. Every worker deserves to go home to their family the same way they arrived. We create a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.” — Turner Industries Regional Safety Manager Jasmin Gaona TECHNOLOGY
Execution with Precision
and a problem-solving, clientcentric attitude.
Turner Industries has implemented a series of effective safety practices and initiatives to ensure the safety of their small cap service projects such as Stop Work Authority; Lock. Tag. Verify.; and “I’ve Got Your 6.” Additionally, oneon-one safety communication is required between senior project management and each employee. Turner also utilizes the Safety Pulse Report, a real-time data dashboard delivering standardized safety metrics, which is discussed with work crews to ensure continuous improvement .
To streamline estimation and planning and optimize resource allocation, Turner leverages a proprietary digitized take-off software. This advanced tool generates precise quantity takeoffs and standard labor factors tailored to the complexity of each project. Integrated planning, scheduling, and job costing tools, combined with up-to-date market analyses, ensure accurate budgeting and competitive pricing for clients.
Local Knowledge, Nationwide Reach
Turner offers small cap services nationwide, leveraging regional offices in Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, Louisiana ; Decatur Alabama; Pensacola, Florida; and Corpus Christi, Freeport, and Houston, Texas. Turner’s local market knowledge and flexibility allow these regional small cap project teams to adapt quickly to changing project requirements, providing clients with cost-effective solutions that meet their specific needs. Turner’s ONE Solution service model, whether nested or in-and-out services, streamlines project execution, delivering efficiency and value to clients.
SMALL CAP PROJECTS BIG RESULTS WITH
OG Chemical — PAM Pilot Project
LOCATION: F REEPORT, T EXAS , & A RTESIA , N EW M EXICO
SCOPE OF WORK :
• Disassembly of a P ilot Plant i n Freeport
• Development of a Tagging S ystem for Reassembly
• Transportation of E quipment a nd A ssets O ver 700 M iles
• Reassembly of t he Plant i n Artesia
• Collaboration w ith t he O wner to Develop a Site Plan a nd Utility C onnections
PROJECT METRICS:
• Interruptions to Reassembly: 0
• Install Work Hours: Approximately 3,960
• Disassembly Work Hours: Approximately 3,000
• Zero OSHA Recordables
LOCATION: 16 S ITES A CROSS 11 S TATES
at 16 Facilities in 11 States
• Installed Safety Gates, Ladder Cages, Vertical Climbers, and Platforms
• Ensured Compliance with Latest OSHA Revisions for Fall Protection (OSHA 1910.29 (b))
PROJECT METRICS :
• Total Work Hours: 2,000
• OSHA Recordables: Zero
AWARDS :
• Successfully Upgraded Fall Protection Systems at All Sites
• Received Recognition for Safety Performance and Commitment to Dyno Nobel’s “Zero Harm for Everyone, Everywhere”
Formosa Plastics Corp.
LOCATION: BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA
PROJECT RECOGNITION:
• Winner of t he Construction Users Roundtable’s (CURT) Construction Industry Project Excellence Award
• Winner of the ABC Pelican Chapter Excellence in Construction Award
SCOPE OF WORK :
Freeport LNG
LOCATION: QUINTANA, TEXAS
SERVICES PROVIDED :
• Rope Access
• Construction of an Expanded PVC Unit and a Cooling Tower
• 98% of Work Self-Performed by Turner
• Site Preparation/Excavation
• Elevated Concrete Floor, Pump Pedestal Prepping
• 50+ Tons of Steel Erected
• Installation of Pumps, Skids, Vessels, Tanks, Screens, Filters, Hoopers
“We value Turner’s ability to support our operations with a wide range of services delivered in a cooperative, timely, and safe manner,” said Mark Mallett, chief operating officer for Freeport LNG.
Shell Lubricants
LOCATION:
G
ALENA P ARK , T EXAS
PROJECT METRICS:
• Total Work Hours: 57,588
• Total F ield Welds: 1,815
SCOPE OF WORK :
• 7,600 L inear Feet of P ipe I nstalled
• 3 Foundations C onstructed
• New P ipe Supports I nstalled
• Equipment S et
• Sc affold & Paint Support P rovide d
SMALL CAP PROS ON DISPLAY
The future of small cap services is about more than just efficiency. It ’ s about sustainability and leaving a positive impact on the industries Turner serves.
Kenneth Miller P ROJECTS S UPERINTENDENT
L ake Charles, LA • 14 Years with Turner Industries
“I love the variety in my job. Every day is different, every client is unique. It’s what keeps things interesting and challenges me to constantly adapt and improve.”
“A safe and successful project starts with a team that’s on the same page. We meet every morning, walk the job, and make sure everyone knows the plan. That’s how we get the job done right.”
Parkerson Weller Q UALITY C ONTROL I NSPECTOR
Baton Rouge, LA • 11 Years with Turner Industries
“I started with Turner as a helper, but after discovering my passion for welding, I pursued certifications and am now a quality control inspector overseeing multiple sites.”
“The special challenges of each project are what make working in the small cap group unique. It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of a team that navigates and overcomes those challenges.”
Kyle Williams S ENIOR O PERATIONS M ANAGER 24 Years wi t h Turner Industries
“It takes a well-rounded team to find, bid, execute and close out projects, requiring individuals to fill multiple roles or as we like to say ‘wear multiple hardhats’.”
“Going in on small projects that are often overlooked or passed on and performing well opens the door to potentially offering all of our other services and developing into long-term relationships.”
SIMPLIFIED + STREAMLINED A ONE Solution Service Model for Small Capital Projects
• Pipe, Vessel, and Steel Fabrication/Installation
• Scaffolding, Insulation, Painting, and Abatement (SIPA)
• NDE Services
• Civil Work
• Mechanical Equipment Installation
• Rotating Equipment Rebuilds, Repairs, and Alignments
• Rope Access
• Crane and Rigging
• Hydro Excavation
• Industrial Cleaning
• Total Tank Solutions
• Nested Services
• In-and-Out Services/ Emergency Work
• Turnarounds ...AND MORE
urner Industries recently welcomed its second class to Turner Industries University, a hands-on training program that gives participants the chance to learn from Turner pros and rotate across different divisions. The new class attended an orientation luncheon where they were able to chat with several Turner executives and learn more about the company.
Returning Turner Industries University participants also attended the luncheon where they were recognized for completing their first rotation.
s what a few participants have to say about the program:
Evan Landry
Modular Fabrication
“I like that the tasks I work on relate directly to a real project. My responsibilities can include RFIs, FCOs, labor takeoff, material takeoff, jobsite analysis, QC weld tracking, using 3D models, walking on site to learn new things, and much more. I get to work with great people who are willing to spend their time teaching me new things everyday.”
Sierra Stead Personnel
“Prior to this experience, I had limited knowledge of the construction industry. Turner ’s many resources have enabled me to learn continuously and explore potential career paths with clarity and confidence.”
S chools Represented : Louisiana State University, Southern University and A&M College, University of Louisiana Monroe, Louisiana Tech University, Baton Rouge Community College, Southeastern Louisiana University, University of Mississippi, and the University of Alabama.
Lindsey Wing
Current Title: Site Safety Manager — Kuraray EVAL Plant
Lindsey Wing isn’t just a site safety manager. She’s also a wife, a mother, a singer, a dancer, and a valuable member of the Turner Industries team. While at Turner, Lindsey has been able to build a successful career that spans more than 15 years while also making a real difference in the lives of her colleagues.
A Quick Q & A with Lindsey
What led to your current position at the company?
What are your job responsibilities?
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I started with Turner in 2008 as a safety administrator at Shell Deer Park. After completing my Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) certification, I progressed to a safety technician role in both construction and turnarounds, which involved traveling to various locations. I then served as site safety manager at Shell Lubricants and later held roles at Ascend Chocolate Bayou, Oxy Vinyls, and Shell Deer Park again. I'm now the site safety manager at Kuraray EVAL, a position I've held for nearly three years.
My responsibilities include developing and enforcing safety policies to build and maintain a strong safety culture, as well as assessing risks associated with practices, procedures, and facilities.
The most satisfying aspect is when employees embrace safety programs because they genuinely care about their well-being, not just because it’s required. This translates to a safer workplace where everyone returns home to their families every day.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
What is something people may not know about you?
What is your motto or favorite quote?
What are three moments that have shaped who you are today?
I love to sing and dance, whether it’s at home, family gatherings, karaoke nights, or open mics. I even competed on the Spanish-language talent show “Tengo Talento Mucho Talento” (similar to “America’s Got Talent”) — didn’t win the grand prize, but it was an amazing experience!
My husband and I raise rabbits, quail, ducks, geese, chickens, and a rooster. They keep us busy while also helping to provide fresh food for our table.
I have a quote in my office that inspires me: “She believed she could, so she did” — and I added, “she still is.”
Earning my CSST certification, which opened the door to my safety career. Joining my family with my husband's and welcoming our son, Kayden. Participating in the Industry Business Roundtable nomination and auditing process, which has allowed me to see firsthand the dedication to safety across different companies.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Recruiting, Training & Retaining Our Most Important Asset–People
INSPI RING THE NEXT GENERATION
Turner Industries Supports Local High Schools, Colleges, and Career Events
Welcome New Signees from Texas High Schools
Texas and Corpus Christi, Texas — Turner Industries recently made 13 job offers to high school students from Brazoria County at the 6th Annual Brazoria County Petrochemical Council (BCPC) Signing Day. This record-breaking event saw over 100 students secure full-time
Turner also recently welcomed seven welding graduates from Veterans Memorial High School in Corpus Christi. These skilled students signed certificates of intent to join Turner after graduation. In addition, Turner Industries added five talented graduates from Texas City ISD’s Career and
Welding
Competition Showcases Future Talent
Paris, Texas — Turner Industries’ Paris shop proudly sponsored the first annual welding competition for senior welding technology students at the Lamar County Stock and Exhibit Show. Twenty-five students from four local high schools competed in challenging
Turner Engages Corpus Christi Community at Career Events
Corpus Christi , Texas — Turner Industries recently attended several workforce development outreach events in the Corpus Christi area. At the Del Mar Community to College Connection Career Expo, over 150 applicants visited Turner’s booth to explore career opportunities. The Turner Corpus Christi team also connected with over 165 students at the Corpus Christi SkillsUSA State Competition. In addition, Turner supported the Coastal Bend Women in Industry Conference, hosted by This One’s for the Gals, inviting over 400 young women to explore careers in construction, energy, and manufacturing.
Pasadena , Texas — Turner’s Pasadena fabrication and workforce development teams recently hosted Sam Rayburn High School welding students for a shop tour. Students donned welding hoods and received a close-up look at pipe fabrication.
“Bring Your Best” Welding and
Turner Industries sponsored and participated in the inaugural “Bring Your Best” competition for high school students in the western region. Held at the WTI Welding Lab, the event showcased student talent in structural welding, pipe welding, and pipefitting. With 12 school districts participating, the “Bring Your Best” competition is expected to join the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo next year.
Turner Industries Celebrates Advanced
Pasadena, Texas Turner Industries’ Pasadena office recently celebrated the successful completion of its 20232024 Advanced Manufacturing Mentorship Program. Approximately 50 participants completed the program, which allows participants to explore career paths in our industry. Mock interviews were also conducted with each student, and participants were able to tour Turner’s facilities and hear from Turner’s leaders. The program concluded with
Women in Industry Conference
Galveston , Texas — Turner Industries supported the Women in Industry Conference in Galveston, Texas for a day of motivation, success stories, career strategies, and networking. Attendees were given the opportunity to hear from many different women working in the heavy industry, including a few from the Turner team.
Rice Global Forum’s recent Workforce Development Panel offered a unique combination of insightful discussions and live demonstrations hosted by Turner Industries at our Personnel and Training Center in Pasadena, Texas.
Panelist experts included: Andy Woods, plant manager for Chevron Phillips’ Pasadena Plant; Carla Thompson, workforce development manager (western region) for Turner Industries; Ivan Damnjanovic, professor and director of the engineering project management program at Texas A&M University; and Ann Pham, corporate workforce development manager for Worley.
Congratulations to 2024 Voice of Leadership Graduates
Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries is proud to graduate another set of Voice of Leadership (VOL) classes in Texas and Louisiana. This program continues Turner’s commitment to increase leadership excellence and maintain a culture
Turner Employees Initiate
New Isometric Training Class
Saraland, Ala. — A group of Turner Industries employees at the Vertex facility in Saraland, Alabama recently participated in an isometric reading training class. Turner Site Manager Roy Ellis started this training opportunity and hopes to continue offering the class annually.
Winston Thongmark, Payton Murphy, Steven Doherty, Donald Hyde, Brice Davis, Cowen Cain, Regional Sayer, and Jarrod Merritt participated in the on-site class held before their regular shifts. The goal of the class
Turner Recognized for Collaboration with LSU Online & Continuing Education
Baton Rouge, La. — Turner Industries has been awarded the Collaboration Achievement Award by LSU Online & Continuing Education. This prestigious award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to partnering with LSU to provide innovative education and training programs. The Collaboration Achievement Award is one of several awards presented by LSU Online & Continuing Education to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
BATON ROUGE, LA
LAKE CHARLES, LA
PASADENA, TX
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
TEAM Turner
OUR EMPLOYEE-DIRECTED VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION
Crawfish King Cookoff Winners
Cookoff Benefiting United Way
Beaumont, Texas — Turner Industries employees supported Dow Sabine River Operations’ annual BBQ Cookoff, which benefited the United Way
at Front Yard Bikes
Baton Rouge, La. — A TEAM Turner group, consisting of Turner Industries University participants, volunteered their time with the Front Yard Bikes program in downtown Baton Rouge. Front Yard Bikes is an after-school and summer program for kids to learn bicycle mechanics and work toward the goal of earning their own bike. This TEAM Turner group also helped break down bikes to their individual parts, remove weeds from flower beds, clean up landscaping, and more.
Keep Pasadena Beautiful
Pasadena , Texas — TEAM Turner members teamed up with Keep Pasadena Beautiful on Earth Day 2024. The team picked up trash in Pasadena in an effort to keep the city clean and beautiful.
Ben Martinez Joins UW Community Impact Advisory Council
Freeport, Texas —Turner Industries Area Safety Manager Ben Martinez has been elected to serve on the United Way of Brazoria County Community Impact Advisory Council. Ben is also a board member of the United Way of Brazoria County.
LEADING THE CHARGE AGAINST HUNGER
TEAM Turner members participated in a company-wide effort to help restock local food banks. Thank you to all our amazing employees for your generosity.
The Decatur, Alabama region collected 32,000 pounds of food for The Salvation Army, Committee on Church Cooperation, and School Backpack Feeding Program.
The Lake Charles area collected 590 pounds of food for Catholic Charities of Southwest Louisiana.
The New Orleans and Baton Rouge area collected 17,471 pounds of food for the Second Harvest Food Bank and Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank.
The Houston area collected 18,611 pounds of food for the Brazosport Cares Food Pantry, Pasadena Community Ministries, and Galveston County Food Bank.
The Beaumont, Texas region collected 1,744 pounds of food for the Southeast Texas Food Bank.
The Corpus Christi region’s efforts resulted in 527 pounds of food for the Coastal Bend Food Bank.
TEAM Turner Members Collected More Than 70,000 Pounds of Food
NEWS & NOTES
Pasadena Chamber Industrial Appreciation
Pasadena, Texas — Turner Industries was a proud tent sponsor of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Industrial Appreciation Golf Tournament at the Golfcrest Country Club. The Pasadena Chamber also hosted a luncheon event that honored Oxy with the Industry of the Year Award.
Turner-Made Bench Welcomes
Marathon Galveston Bay Visitors
Texas City, Texas — A custom bench, handcrafted by Turner’s General Foreman Javier Fernandez and Carpenter Mike Linabarger, now graces the entry foyer of Marathon Galveston Bay. Initially requested for a waiting area, the bench’s exceptional craftsmanship and design caught the eye of Marathon HSE Representative and MESA (BBS) Coordinator Tracy Ware, who requested it be moved to the foyer for all to admire.
Corpus Christi ABC Industry Update Luncheon
Corpus Christi, Texas Turner Industries participated in the Corpus Christi ABC Industry Update luncheon, featuring keynote speaker Paul Fritsch, site manager/president of Gulf Coast Growth Ventures.
Westlake Employee Involvement Team
T-Shirt Contest
Marathon HSE Representative and MESA (BBS) Coordinator Tracy Ware and Turner Industries
From left are Turner Site Manager Gregory Stephens, Oxy Site Manager Eric Delgado, and Turner SIPA Foreman Eric Wissner.
ABOUT TURNER
Turner Industries provides a single solution in heavy industrial construction, maintenance, turnaround, pipe and module fabrication, equipment, rigging and specialized transportation, and associated specialty services. Engineering NewsRecord Sourcebook ranks Turner as the nation’s top maintenance contractor in petroleum, and one of the top contractors in Texas and Louisiana. The company, headquartered in Baton Rouge, L ouisiana , employs 20,000+ and works across the United States.
SERVICE OFFERINGS
CONSTRUCTION & MODULAR FABRICATION
MAINTENANCE
SHUTDOWNS, TURNAROUNDS & OUTAGES
E QUIPMENT, R IGGING & S PECIALIZED T RANSPORTATION
Turner Industries provides turnkey industrial services and solutions to the companies that produce fuel, energy, and the materials essential to modern life.
