Adam Kinsey
1609 E. Lake DR. Weatherford,TX
Summary
Learned this business from an owner's perspective and not a typical foreman. Safety is paramount. Certified 6G welder with expertise in MIG and TIG welding. Proven track record of delivering quality projects early and under budget while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Ironworker
Top Flight Steel
Rhome, Texas
05.2026 - Current
- Achieved 6G welding certification through rigorous training.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and project outcomes.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to meet project goals and resolve product-related issues.
Welder
Petrek Mechanical Company
Fort Worth, Texas
11.2020 - 11.2024
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for project specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Trained junior welders on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Steel Erection Foreman
K&O Welding
Azle, TX
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Supervised steel erection projects to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated team schedules and tasks to optimize workflow on-site.
- Trained new employees on steel handling and erection techniques.
- Inspected materials and equipment for quality assurance before installation.
- Communicated project updates to management and stakeholders regularly.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools required for construction tasks.
- Collaborated with engineers to resolve technical issues during installations.
- Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment by all team members.
- Implemented corrective actions when deficiencies were found during inspections or upon customer complaints.
- Identified any potential problems or delays before they occurred and developed strategies to resolve them.
- Performed periodic reviews of employee performance evaluations in order to identify areas needing improvement or additional training.
- Assisted in developing budgets for upcoming jobs based on estimated costs associated with material purchases and labor hours required.
- Inspected completed structures for adherence to quality standards prior to final acceptance by customer or client.
- Reviewed drawings, blueprints and other documents related to construction projects prior to commencement of work.
- Monitored progress of steel erection projects, ensuring that all deadlines were met on time and within budget.
- Trained new hires in proper safety procedures for handling heavy loads during steel erection operations.
- Communicated regularly with management about job progress and any changes that needed to be made.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of the job site, equipment and personnel to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Ensured that all tools, machinery and equipment were properly maintained in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Supervised a team of 10-15 steel erectors in the planning and execution of steel erection activities.
- Coordinated with other trades including carpenters, electricians and welders to ensure efficient project completion.
- Generated weekly reports documenting job status, cost projections, timelines and any changes from original plans.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Welder/Connector
Padgett Steel
Azle, Texas
05.2003 - 09.2018
- During this time, I had the privilege of learning this business from an owner's perspective and not from a typical foreman.
- Operated MIG and TIG welding machines for steel fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate welding tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected welded joints for quality and integrity using visual checks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alvarado High School
Alvarado, TX05-1999
Business Administration And Management
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- 6G welding certification
- MIG and TIG welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality assurance inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Completed projects early & under budget
Timeline
Ironworker
Top Flight Steel
05.2026 - Current
Welder
Petrek Mechanical Company
11.2020 - 11.2024
Steel Erection Foreman
K&O Welding
09.2017 - 10.2020
Welder/Connector
Padgett Steel
05.2003 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Alvarado High School
Business Administration And Management
Del Mar College