Alexander Folsom
Construction General Laborer | Equipment Operator | Welder
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About
Safety-focused construction and industrial labor professional with hands-on experience supporting roadwork, metal fabrication, production, field installations, and material movement. Skilled in jobsite preparation, measuring and cutting materials, operating forklifts and heavy equipment, inspecting completed work, and maintaining clean, organized work areas. OSHA-10 certified with First Aid/CPR training and a proven record of following PPE requirements, working flexible shifts, supporting crews, and completing physically demanding assignments safely and efficiently.
Experience
Bulk Welder at TIMET - Precision Castparts Corp. (2026-03 – Present)
- Operate bulk equipment and move heavy materials safely through an active industrial production environment.
- Measure, prepare, fit, position, and stage titanium components according to job specifications and production schedules.
- Use a shear and other production tools to cut materials to required dimensions and maintain efficient workflow.
- Set up and operate MIG welding equipment while following work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
- Inspect completed work for accurate fit, dimensions, quality, and defects before release to the next production stage.
- Complete routine equipment inspections, report maintenance concerns, wear required PPE, and keep work areas clean and free of hazards.
Welder at Western Elite (2025-05 – 2026-03)
- Operated forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, backhoes, semi-trucks, and skid steers to transport equipment and materials safely across the worksite.
- Measured, cut, prepared, and staged metal stock using band saws, angle grinders, ironworker machines, plasma torches, and oxy-fuel cutting tools.
- Fabricated, fit, and welded metal sheets, C-channel, flat bars, tubing, and I-beams for semi-truck trailer construction and repair.
- Selected and used stick, MIG, or dual-shield flux-core welding processes based on material type and project requirements.
- Supported daily site readiness by inspecting equipment, organizing tools and materials, removing hazards, and following all PPE and safety procedures.
Striper/Journeyman at A1 Chip Seal (2023-08 – 2024-12)
- Prepared roadway surfaces, staged materials, and inspected tools and equipment before striping work began.
- Applied thermoplastic pavement markings in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and traffic-safety requirements.
- Inspected completed crew work, identified defects, and coordinated prompt corrections to meet quality expectations.
- Directed and supported crews during physically demanding outdoor projects while maintaining productivity and safe work practices.
- Worked nights, weekends, holidays, and changing weather conditions while consistently following PPE and jobsite safety requirements.
Nightclub Promoter at Nighttime Entertainment (2019-11 – 2023-07)
- Coordinated event promotions, distributed contact information, and maintained accurate guest lists.
- Responded to customer questions and concerns while building strong client relationships.
- Supported strategic planning and implemented marketing activities that increased attendance and revenue.
- Learned new promotions, schedules, and event details quickly to provide accurate information and dependable service in a fast-paced environment.
Residential Universal Home Technician at Cox Communications (2017-01 – 2019-10)
- Loaded service vehicles with cable equipment, tools, and supplies and maintained organized inventory for daily field assignments.
- Completed residential installations, disconnects, reconnects, additions, and service changes using hand tools and technical equipment.
- Worked indoors and outdoors at customer sites, followed assigned procedures, and protected property while completing installation work.
- Coordinated with field teams and other departments to adjust schedules, meet service demand, and achieve productivity and quality goals.
- Supported new-hire onboarding, hands-on training, and field assistance to reinforce safe and consistent work practices.
- Troubleshot service issues, documented completed work, and communicated clearly with customers and coworkers.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Community College of Aurora