Anton Edwards
Bennettsville,SC
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Motorcycle Builder/ Technician
Open Road Motorsports
08.2011 - 07.2023
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing teams of skilled laborers and tradespeople across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Optimized resource allocation for various projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Delivered high-quality projects on time and within budget, consistently meeting client expectations and fostering long-term relationships.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional craftsmanship on all completed projects, leading to positive referrals and repeat business opportunities.
Welder
DCI Metro
04.2008 - 07.2011
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Education
Academics
Wolmers Boys High
Kingston, Jamaica, W.I.06.1992
Skills
Residential &Commercial wiring & Welding
Timeline
Motorcycle Builder/ Technician
Open Road Motorsports
08.2011 - 07.2023
Welder
DCI Metro
04.2008 - 07.2011
Academics
Wolmers Boys High
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