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Alonzo Graham

Westfield,IN

Summary

Dynamic Fabrication Welder with extensive experience, excelling in structural steel fabrication and blueprint interpretation. Proven ability to enhance team productivity while ensuring top-notch quality inspection. Skilled in welding techniques and equipment selection, I am committed to delivering exceptional results and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Rad Fabrication
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2021 - 09.2025
  • Demonstrated expertise in structural steel fabrication and layout per blueprint specifications.

Executed fit-up processes to ensure project integrity and compliance.

  • Applied technical knowledge to interpret detailed blueprint specifications accurately.
  • Identified defects in the fabrication process and implemented corrective actions as needed.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to stringent quality standards.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to remain informed on best practices for hazardous materials.

Fabrication Welder

J. L. Walter & Associates
Indianapolis, Indiana
05.2017 - 08.2021
  • Monitored team productivity to optimize layout and fitting for beams and columns.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to verify dimensions for fabrication and welding processes.
  • Inspected completed work with precision instruments to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Determined appropriate equipment and welding methods using metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques knowledge.

Fabricator /Fabrication Welder

Klockner Metal
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2011 - 07.2017

Effectively communicated task progress with team members throughout the workday.

  • Fabricated steel form parts using cutting equipment and welded components per specifications.
  • Designed layout to accommodate welding of specific components for heavy-duty Taylor forklifts, adhering to blueprints.

Welding Supervisor / Instructor

United States Army`
Killeen, Texas
08.1980 - 08.1995
  • Oversee all military vehicles and repair them as needed. Supervise 13 soldiers in the field of welding, and train these soldiers in every aspect of the tasks required.
  • Inspected all military vehicles and ensured they were repaired, as needed. Ensured follow-up, making certain that all repairs are completed in accordance with military standard operating procedures (SOP) and regulations.
  • Test and document the progress of each soldier to high standards.

Education

Welding Technology

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
06-1995

High School Diploma -

E. Manual High School
Indianapolis, IN
06-1980

Skills

  • Structural steel fabrication and miscellaneous
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Welding techniques include MIG, TIG, and ARC
  • CNC, drill press, and lathes
  • Aluminum welding
  • Hand drill, grinders, and tools of the trade
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety compliance
  • Welding shop management
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Rad Fabrication
01.2021 - 09.2025

Fabrication Welder

J. L. Walter & Associates
05.2017 - 08.2021

Fabricator /Fabrication Welder

Klockner Metal
02.2011 - 07.2017

Welding Supervisor / Instructor

United States Army`
08.1980 - 08.1995

Welding Technology

Central Texas College

High School Diploma -

E. Manual High School
Alonzo Graham