Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Adam Sims

Adam Sims

Lucedale,MS

Summary

A seasoned Multi Craftsman I excel in structural fabrication and fostering team collaboration. With a track record of enhancing safety and optimizing production processes, my expertise in blueprint interpretation and precision measuring has significantly improved project timelines and efficiency. Shipyard Competant Person Certified

Front Line Supervisor Training, Teton Indstr.. Construction

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Fitter/Fabricator

Masse Contracting @ Bollinger Pasc. New Constr.
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Enhanced workplace safety by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Optimized production processes by effectively utilizing available resources such as personnel, materials, machinery during daily operations.
  • Maintained a clean, organized workspace for efficient operations and minimized risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design, fabricate, and install marine components for optimal functionality.
  • Improved overall project timelines with efficient use of oxy-fuel and plasma cutting tools.
  • Worked closely with other trades, such as welders and electricians, to ensure the successful completion of complex projects.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Fitter/Welder

JP Williams Machine and Fabrication
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during the fitting process.
  • Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
  • Supported a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and assisting peers as needed.
  • Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.

Fitter/Welder

Accu-Fab
08.2020 - 04.2023

Leaderman Shipfitter

Trinity Yachts
11.2017 - 08.2020
  • Minimized material waste through precise measurements and skilled cutting techniques during the fabrication process.
  • Streamlined workflow for welding processes by accurately aligning bulkheads and plates.
  • Contributed to cost savings by utilizing resources efficiently during fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Promoted a safe working environment through consistent compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
  • Maintained detailed records of work progress, materials used, and completed tasks to ensure comprehensive documentation for future reference or audits.
  • Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed in ship.
  • Read and accurately interpreted blueprints to install and maintain components such as Type, Type and Type within hull of ship.

Boilermaker Foreman

Teton Ind.Constr.
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Developed strong working relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors for successful project collaborations.
  • Kept detailed records of work progress reports, incidents encountered during jobsite activities ensuring transparency among stakeholders.
  • Managed budgets effectively, achieving cost savings while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Established priorities for daily operations based on project objectives and available resources.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by consistently meeting deadlines and client expectations.
  • Reviewed blueprints and technical specifications to ensure accurate execution of project requirements.

Leaderman Shipfitter

C&G Boatworks
05.2014 - 09.2016
  • Minimized material waste through precise measurements and skilled cutting techniques during the fabrication process.
  • Streamlined workflow for welding processes by accurately aligning bulkheads and plates.
  • Contributed to cost savings by utilizing resources efficiently during fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Promoted a safe working environment through consistent compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
  • Maintained detailed records of work progress, materials used, and completed tasks to ensure comprehensive documentation for future reference or audits.
  • Read and accurately interpreted blueprints to install and maintain components such as Type, Type and Type within hull of ship.
  • Optimized production timeframes by effectively prioritizing tasks based on project requirements and deadlines.

Shipfitter A

Austal USA
12.2010 - 04.2014
  • Minimized material waste through precise measurements and skilled cutting techniques during the fabrication process.
  • Streamlined workflow for welding processes by accurately aligning bulkheads and plates.
  • Contributed to cost savings by utilizing resources efficiently during fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Promoted a safe working environment through consistent compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
  • Maintained detailed records of work progress, materials used, and completed tasks to ensure comprehensive documentation for future reference or audits.
  • Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed in ship.
  • Read and accurately interpreted blueprints to install and maintain components such as Type, Type and Type within hull of ship.
  • Collaborated closely with engineers to promptly address design issues or discrepancies found during the construction process.

Leaderman Shipfitter

Halter Marine
07.2005 - 11.2010
  • Enhanced workplace safety by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Optimized production processes by effectively utilizing available resources such as personnel, materials, machinery during daily operations.
  • Maintained a clean, organized workspace for efficient operations and minimized risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design, fabricate, and install marine components for optimal functionality.
  • Improved overall project timelines with efficient use of oxy-fuel and plasma cutting tools.
  • Worked closely with other trades, such as welders and electricians, to ensure the successful completion of complex projects.

Education

Vancleave High School , Vancleave, MS

Skills

  • Structural fabrication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety Procedures
  • Power Tools Proficiency
  • Precision measuring
  • Pipe fitting
  • Rigging Techniques
  • First Aid Training
  • Welding Techniques
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Blueprint modification
  • Overhead Crane Operation
  • Hydraulic Press Operation
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Oxy-Acetylene Torch Operation
  • Marine Systems Knowledge
  • Ship Construction
  • Metal cutting
  • Measurement accuracy
  • Technical skill
  • Metalworking
  • Selecting equipment
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Equipment Selection
  • Pneumatic Tools
  • Mathematical Aptitude
  • Component Fabrication

Timeline

Fitter/Fabricator - Masse Contracting @ Bollinger Pasc. New Constr.
12.2023 - 09.2024
Fitter/Welder - JP Williams Machine and Fabrication
04.2022 - 12.2023
Fitter/Welder - Accu-Fab
08.2020 - 04.2023
Leaderman Shipfitter - Trinity Yachts
11.2017 - 08.2020
Boilermaker Foreman - Teton Ind.Constr.
07.2016 - 07.2017
Leaderman Shipfitter - C&G Boatworks
05.2014 - 09.2016
Shipfitter A - Austal USA
12.2010 - 04.2014
Leaderman Shipfitter - Halter Marine
07.2005 - 11.2010
Vancleave High School - ,
Adam Sims