I joined the Army in March of 2004. I entered in as a 44b-metal worker and reclassed to a 63b-light wheel mechanic. I graduated top of my class in every course taken with army achievement medals to go with them. I served a total of 9 years until my honorable discharge in 2013. In the military I was able to familiarize myself with operating heavy equipment from bulldozers to scrapers and graders. Although I was never deployed, I was able to get the most I could from my service with the Army in the form of training and education.
I fabricate high performance race parts and frames to support the atv and motorcycle drag racing world. I hand crafted and designed every part and fully tig welded all frames and two stroke expansion chambers. I would also fill in empty weeks with repair work.
At curry trucking, I was responsible for the fabrication of fuel trucks. From the plumbing to wiring up the valves, I would work with a team member to complete the trucks accordingly. Everything was done using mig and tig processes.
As the tank shop manager, I was responsible for overseeing all welding and processes, hiring personnel, daily production numbers and performance reviews. I also work with time card management and assessed production goals. I would also put my weld hood on and help where I could to lead by example. I believe showing I am not above any job helped build a good team willing to work hard.
At curry supply, I worked various shifts as a welder/fabricator. Using all general fabrication processes, I would construct tanks, flatbeds and dump beds. I was also responsible for any supporting parts that led to the completion of the jobs.
At Martin's welding, I fabricated and repaired new and used agricultural equipment.