Welder at HALIMAR SHIPYARDS (2013-03 – 2017-05)
- Reviewed layouts blueprints, diagrams, and work orders in preparation for welding components.
- Set-up operated hand and power tools that are common to the welding trade.
- Assembled components parts together with clamps, jigs, fixtures, tack welding.
- Obtained required configurations and positions.
- Measured and cut metals with an industrial band saw, hydraulic shears industrial punch.
- Set-up, change and troubleshoot welding processes, welding parameters and gas flow, regulators.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid warping shrinkage.
Welder/Fitter at METAL SHARK ALUM BOATS (2017-05 – 2018-04)
- Assembled and secured pipes tubes fittings and related equipment according to specifications by welding the attached pipes to all structures or fixtures such as radiators or tanks using brackets clamps tools or welding equipment.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Laid out full scale drawings of pipe systems supports and related equipment following blueprints.
- Planned pipe system layout installation or repair according to the specifications.
- Selected pipe size, types and related materials such as support hangers and hydraulic cylinders according to specifications.
- Followed company procedures to maintain a safe work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
- Operated a wide variety of equipment including power Sander, grinders, drill press and basic hand tools.
- Contributed to staff management to include hiring, shift scheduling, training, and team building.
- Boosted productivity and reduced shop down time by continually researching and implementing the latest tools, equipment, and techniques.
Heavy Equipment Operator at GULF COAST LIMESTONE (2019-02 – 2021-03)
- Operated various machines including excavator with hammer, bucket and thumb, front loader, backhoe and side loader.
- Coordinated major equipment repairs performed daily safety and operational inspections and Coordinated site preparation.
- Conducted daily equipment checks and performed maintenance as needed including greasing and lubricating.
- Cleaned and checked fluid levels and the other normal daily checks.
- Accurately graded and tracked slopes.
- Maintained the truck access Road and dumping pad area.
- Updated all logs and paperwork.
Welder at TORCSILL FOUNDATIONS (2021-03 – 2022-08)
- Use various types of welds preparations, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture the product to specifications.
- Operate the manual welder and inspect and ensure the production of quality parts, while also assisting with the design of jigs and fixtures for a safe and efficient operation.
- Interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and plans to determine appropriate materials for projects.
- Manufacture quality parts by referring to the pattern, and paperwork.
- Use the basic inspection equipment (calipers, height gauge, etc.) to inspect the parts.
- Fabricate Metal structures by using welders, cutters, shapers, and various measuring tools.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area by following the clean-up schedule.
Fabricator/Fitter at O'NEAL MANUFACTORING (2022-08 – 2023-02)
- Fabricates and repairs Metal and other wieldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques.
- Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding processes.
- Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness.
- Familiar with and complies with all safety requirements and protocols.
- Supports the safety and quality programs by following all rules and established processes.
- Provide high quality work in a timely manner.
- Set up and operate one or more processing machines.
- Use a variety of handles tools and measuring tools
WELDER/FITTER at BUTLER WELDMENTS (2023-02 – 2025-08)
- Analyzed engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations.
- Laid out and positioned and secured parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, ruler, jigs, welding torches and other hand tools.
- Developed templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
- Experience reading, understanding and adhering to established weld and production procedures.
- Measured dimensions of completed products or work pieces to verify conformance to specifications.
- Marked reference points onto floors or face blocks and transpose them to work pieces, locating bending and cutting lines, allowing for stock thickness, machine stock, welding shrinkage and other component specifications.
- Demonstrated proficiency and attain qualifications in welding processes; SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P.
- Operated grinding equipment.
- Operated material handling equipment.
- Followed proper material control procedures and record keeping.
- Performed basic and preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Achieved good speed of execution while maintaining quality workmanship in a wide range of fitting activities.
- Maintained my work area, equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly condition.
- Promoted company goals with a focus on Safety, Quality, and Production.
- Performed other duties as assigned.
WELDER/FITTER at ARC N SPARK (2025-08 – 2026-07)
- Worked directly in the acts of field installation, fabrication and welding.
- Operated tools and equipment for installations.
- Identified technical and welding challenges during field installations and maintained knowledge of current industry standards and advancements to ensure the best practices, completed fabrication task including but not limited to welding, grinding, assembly and fit up.
- Ensured that all welding and fabrication work performed meets the ANS quality standards and industry requirements and ensured that all personal tools were in good working condition and able to adequately perform the task given.
- Identified that all work performed in accordance with the drawings provided.
- Ensured that all inventory usage is accurate tracked and logged to the correct project.
- Reported any safety incidents to management.
- Ensured that all proper personal protective equipment is always used while abiding by all ANS safety standards along with all industry standards.
- Participated in regular safety audits and training sessions to minimize workplace accidents.
- Operated tools and equipment related to shop fabrication tasks with an advanced level of proficiency.
- Was able to read and interpret blueprint drawings and possess an advanced level of welding skill.
- Properly filled out and turned in time tracking sheets and Identified and addressed any potential risks to the business or the workforce as they arise.
- Implemented and upheld all client safety training requirements.