Anthony Semallie
Cameron,Arizona
Summary
With a proven track record at Sundt Construction, I excel in MIG and pipe welding, blending technical prowess with critical thinking to enhance project efficiency. My commitment to quality and safety, alongside mentoring junior welders, has consistently exceeded client expectations, achieving significant cost savings and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Self Employed
08.2020 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Mentored junior welders on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team environment.
Combo Pipe Welder
Sundt Construction
05.2005 - 08.2020
- Improved weld quality by consistently adhering to proper welding techniques and maintaining a high level of precision in pipe alignment.
- Regularly utilized industry-specific tools such as welding torches, grinders, and cutting equipment with proficiency and precision.
- Maintained clean workspaces by proactively removing debris and hazardous materials from the job site, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Contributed to reducing project delays by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks according to shifting schedules and deadlines.
- Provided valuable input during pre-construction meetings regarding pipe layout plans and installation strategies based on extensive experience in the field.
- Achieved consistent weld integrity through careful preparation of materials and adherence to industry standards.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior welders, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative and productive workplace.
- Demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility by disposing waste materials according to established guidelines and advocating for sustainable practices within the workplace.
- Established lasting professional relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and a commitment to exceeding expectations in service delivery.
- Increased project efficiency with timely completion of complex welding tasks, contributing to overall project success.
- Consistently met or surpassed productivity goals while maintaining strict quality control standards for all completed work.
- Streamlined workflows by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and materials needed for daily tasks.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following established safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Addressed potential issues promptly through thorough visual inspection of welds and making necessary adjustments when required.
- Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, ensuring seamless communication and coordination for optimal results.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, adapting to various project requirements with ease.
- Supported colleagues in troubleshooting technical issues during complex projects, lending expertise in both welding processes and best practices for problem resolution.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
Education
Certificate - High Pressure Tube And Pipe Welding
Az Welding Institute
Page, AZ09.2001
Infantry - Rifleman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA03.2001
Skills
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and Finishing Techniques
- Fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Hand tool safety
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Safety Procedures
- Carbon Steel Welding
- Defect Repair
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Stainless Steel Welding
- Blueprints
- Flux Core Arc Welding
- Welding Codes and Standards
- Welding Symbols
- Stick Welding
- Welding procedure specification
- Crane and Rigging Safety
- Production
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Oxy-Acetylene Welding
- Structural fabrication
- Shop drawings
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Job orders
- Weld inspections
- Visual Inspection
- Fire Prevention and Protection
- Power tool safety
- Welder Qualification Test
- Materials Selection
- Inconel Welding
- Hazard Communication
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Post-welding treatment
- Department collaboration
- Material costing
- Component inspection
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Electrical Safety
- Confined Space Entry
- Magnetic particle testing
- Metallurgy
- ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code
- Welding
- Vertical Welding
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Welding Techniques
- Structural welding
- Overhead Welding Position
- Surface grinding
- Measurements and Calculations
- Power Tool Operation
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Safety Monitoring
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Combination Metal Welding
- Pipe fitting
- Quality Control
- Power Tools
- Shaping and cutting
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Quality Inspection
- Decision-Making
- Surface Material Preparation
- Component Fabrication
- Portable Grinders
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Self Employed
08.2020 - Current
Combo Pipe Welder
Sundt Construction
05.2005 - 08.2020
Certificate - High Pressure Tube And Pipe Welding
Az Welding Institute
Infantry - Rifleman
United States Marine Corps