Corey Howell

Motivated Structural Welder with 4.5 years of hands-on welding experience seeking a position in a shipyard where I can apply my skills in structural welding, cutting, grinding, and air carbon arc gouging (arc gouging). Dedicated to producing high-quality welds, maintaining a safe work environment, and contributing to a productive team while continuing to grow professionally and advance within the company

Welder at Master boat builders inc. (2026-01 – Present)

• Perform FCAW on structural steel components in a production shipyard environment.
• Perform structural welding using ceramic backing.
• Weld stainless steel using FCAW processes.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Prepare joints and workpieces for welding to achieve proper fit-up and weld quality.
• Follow welding procedures, production requirements, and workplace safety standards.
• Inspect completed welds for quality and identify weld defects requiring repair.
• Use grinders and power tools to prepare surfaces and repair unacceptable welds.
• Maintain welding equipment and work area to support safe and efficient production.

Welder at Southern made trailers (2024-09 – 2026-01)

• Operated MIG welding equipment to fabricate custom trailers and metal components.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Clamped, fitted, held, and tack-welded components to achieve required configurations.
• Fabricated metal components according to specifications and measurements.
• Inspected completed welds for quality and compliance with safety requirements.
• Maintained proper welding equipment settings and performed routine equipment maintenance.
• Assisted with troubleshooting welding issues to minimize production downtime.
• Used heat-bending, grinding, and fabrication techniques to complete assemblies.

Welder at Meyer Utility Structures (2023-12 – 2024-09)

• Performed MIG and Flux-Cored welding on fabricated metal structures.
• Followed blueprints, detailed instructions, and project specifications.
• Inspected welds and verified critical measurements to meet specifications.
• Prepared welding equipment and materials for production.
• Removed unacceptable welds using air arc and grinders and completed required repairs.
• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to assist with fabrication and equipment work.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area while following safety procedures.

Welder at Fab Arc Steel (2021-11 – 2023-12)

• Performed MIG and Flux-Cored welding on fabricated steel components.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Prepared materials and components for welding and fabrication.
• Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools.
• Maintained high standards of weld quality and production efficiency.
• Worked with team members to complete fabrication projects safely and efficiently.

High School Diploma (2022)