Benjamin Neff
Germantown
Summary
Skilled professional with several years working with metal and welding. Trained in tool use with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability, focus and time organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Dupps company
Germantown
09.2021 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG/ Fluxcore mild steel/stainless steel. TIG welding, mild/stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Assisted in training new welders on best practices and safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all fabrication processes.
- Programed/operated hydraulic press break.
- Operated hydraulic rolls for fabrication applications.
- Ultrasound/Die penetrant certified for checking material thickness
- Worked with Feild service crews out of state for plant shut downs
Welder
Crown electric
Monroe
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated MIG and TIG welding machines to join aluminum components.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisted in training junior welders on best practices and techniques.
- Fabricated, assembled and installed aluminum parts in accordance with blueprints and drawings.
- Welded thin gauge sheet metal parts utilizing gas tungsten arc welding process.
- Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Mechanic
Neff’s lawn equipment
Monroe
06.2016 - 02.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in lawn equipment for optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on various models of lawn mowers and trimmers.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot complex engine problems efficiently.
- Operated front counter
- Sales
- Trained new technicians on best practices in equipment repair procedures.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Completed required paperwork and delivered to customer.
- Researched parts availability from vendors in order to complete repairs efficiently.
- Provided estimates for labor costs associated with repair projects prior to commencement of work.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
Education
Valley View High School
Germantown , OHIOWelding
Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OHIOSkills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal fabrication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Stainless steel welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Structural fabrication
- First aid and CPR
- Aluminum welding
- Blueprints
- Flux core arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Production
- Stick welding
- Team collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- OSHA 10 hour certification
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Dupps company
09.2021 - Current
Welder
Crown electric
02.2020 - 09.2021
Mechanic
Neff’s lawn equipment
06.2016 - 02.2021
Valley View High School
Welding
Miami Valley Career Technology Center