Donovan Cole Thornton
Atmore,AL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven welder with extensive experience at LSB Contracting excelling in structural welding and torch cutting. Proven ability to enhance project efficiency through meticulous planning and prioritization. Strong problem-solving skills complemented by expertise in flux-cored arc welding and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Lsb Contracting
10.2022 - Current
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
Field Supervisor
Mitternight Boiler Works
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Monitored employee performance for compliance with regulations and policies.
- Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
- Maintained accurate records of field activities, ensuring proper documentation was available for internal reviews and audits.
- Resolved customer complaints to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
Structural Welder
Gulf Contracting
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
- Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
- Worked correctly with each material such as steel or aluminum.
Structural Welder
GA West
05.2017 - 11.2021
- Reduced project completion times through efficient planning and prioritization of welding tasks.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodfield High
Skills
- Welding
- Torch cutting
- Stick welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Structural welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Horizontal welding
- Flat welding
- Wire feed machines
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Hand and power tool operation
- Surface grinding
- Power tools
Timeline
Welder
Lsb Contracting
10.2022 - Current
Structural Welder
Gulf Contracting
01.2022 - 09.2022
Field Supervisor
Mitternight Boiler Works
05.2019 - 10.2022
Structural Welder
GA West
05.2017 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Woodfield High
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