Andrew Howatson
Seattle
Summary
Hardworking Welder skilled in MIG, flux and stick welding. Talented at operating drill press and crane. Strong background in welding and metal fabrication.
Efficient professional able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Crane Tech Inc
Richland
12.2023 - Current
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
Mechanic
Foreign Car Workshop
Seattle
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
Mechanic
Goodyear Auto Service Center
Renton
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Utilized computer diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot electrical issues in vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed in accordance with company standards.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Erupt High School
Pryor, OK01-2017
Welding Program - Welding
Renton Technical College
Renton, WASkills
- Welding techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Weld inspection
- Preventative maintenance
- Heavy equipment maintenance
Timeline
Welder
Crane Tech Inc
12.2023 - Current
Mechanic
Foreign Car Workshop
08.2022 - 12.2023
Mechanic
Goodyear Auto Service Center
11.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Erupt High School
Welding Program - Welding
Renton Technical College