Aaron Kendall Pridemore
AUGUSTA,GA
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively unsupervised and quickly acquire new skills. Dedicated NDT Technician with 3 years of progressive non-destructive testing experience. Holds certifications in UT/UTT and PT testing methods, as well as Radiation Safety certification. Interested in establishing innovative testing techniques and procedures, while also leading tests.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NDT Technician
Acuren Inspection
05.2024 - Current
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Maintained a strong safety culture within the NDT department by adhering to established best practices and promoting awareness among team members.
- Streamlined reporting processes by creating clear and concise documentation of findings for engineering teams to review.
- Increased equipment reliability with thorough evaluation of weld quality using visual inspection and other NDT methods.
CNC Machine Operator
Looper Cabinet Company
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Programming and operation of SCM brand CNC Machine with 20-bit tool room.
- Diagnosis/troubleshooting when machine malfunctions.
- Manipulation of programming to produce desired product using unorthodox methods.
NDT Technician
Applied Technical Services, Inc
12.2018 - 07.2021
- Utilized ultrasonic techniques to detect internal defects in castings, welds and other components.
- Conducted visual inspections to detect surface flaws in components and assemblies.
- Inspected parts for conformance to customer specifications using liquid penetrant methods.
- Created inspection reports documenting all non-destructive tests performed.
- Operated equipment such as radiography cameras, eddy current devices, ultrasonic flaw detectors and magnetic particle testers.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed during all NDT operations.
- Inspected equipment and quickly identified issues, contacting appropriate personnel to schedule repairs.
- Managed diverse teams of employees successfully on both small and large projects.
Education
Radio/Telecommunications Diploma - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Connecticut School of Broadcasting
04-2004
High School Diploma -
Wellington High School Adult Education Center
07-1999
Certification
- UT and UT Thickness; Issued 08/20
- PT (Liquid); Issued 03/21
Timeline
NDT Technician
Acuren Inspection
05.2024 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Looper Cabinet Company
07.2021 - 05.2024
NDT Technician
Applied Technical Services, Inc
12.2018 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Wellington High School Adult Education Center
Radio/Telecommunications Diploma - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Connecticut School of Broadcasting
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