Braden Crowley
Summary
Developed welding expertise in high-intensity, safety-focused environment. Specialized in precision metalwork and quality control, ensuring durable and reliable welds. Seeking to leverage these skills and transition into new field, bringing focus on detail and technical proficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialty Welder
United Energy Service (UES)
Mont Belvieu, TX
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Executed welding Procedures using Tig and Stick on Oil Vessel
- Every pass must pass Phaser ray, X-ray, and PT test
- LNG environment adjust to High wind
- Fab supports for the Piping coming out of the weld neck flange
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds.
Tube Welder
CCIS
Cartersville, GA
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Demo work on Unit 4 boiler
- Prep tubes using grinders and mill hogs
- Welded Chrome tubing Combo, Inconel Tubing tig out and Stainless using mud wire tig out
- Interpreted technical blueprints and schematics to execute precise welds on various materials.
- Adhered to safety protocols, minimizing workplace hazards during welding operations.
- 100% x-ray welds
- Processes were Tig and Stick
Combo Pipe Welder
Deem Mechanical
Lafayette, IN
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Fabricated and assembled pipe systems according to specifications.
- Executed welding techniques, ensuring strong and durable joints.
- Maintained safety protocols while operating welding equipment.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Combo Pipe Welder
Steller
Waco, TX
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated welding equipment to perform high-quality pipe welding in various positions.
- Executed layout, fabrication, and assembly of piping systems per specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate welds and installations.
- Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and standards.
Specialty Welder
M&M Construction
Prattville, AL
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Executed Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on Schedule 10 1-inch stainless steel air lines, successfully rerouting systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Performed GTAW on carbon Schedule 40 2-inch lines for sight glass installation, ensuring precise fabrication and alignment of piping components.
- Fabricated and repaired piping systems in the shop, demonstrating strong technical skills and adherence to safety standards.
- Conducted multi-pass welding on stem piping systems, utilizing GTAW for root, hot, and fill passes, followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) with 7018 1/8 rod to achieve durable and reliable welds.
Combo Pipe Welder
Thompson Construction
Bay Minette, AL
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Fitted and welded pup pieces, flanges, tees, 90-degree, and 45-degree fittings on carbon water lines using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), ensuring precision and structural integrity.
- Worked with Schedule 10 to Schedule 40 stainless steel lines, utilizing 308 piping and 316 wire to meet project specifications and quality standards.
- Successfully completed 1,700 feet of 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch tubing, ensuring no crown on the roots and achieving flat cap welds for optimal performance.
- Interpreted and executed work based on blueprints and isometric drawings, maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance throughout the welding process.
Pipe welder
Worley
Midland, TX
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Performed welding on pipes ranging from 6 inches to 44 inches, fitting and welding 90-degree and 45-degree elbows, as well as pup pieces using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) for pipes smaller than 6 inches and a combination of GTAW and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) for larger diameters.
- Fabricated metal hangers and supports for all piping systems, ensuring structural stability and compliance with project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and isometric drawings to accurately execute piping layouts and installations, maintaining high standards of quality and precision.
- Monitored material usage and inventory to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to project timelines, contributing to overall project success.
Millwright/Combo Pipe Welder
Spirit Construction
Little Rock, AR
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted layouts for equipment and materials by interpreting blueprints and isometric drawings, ensuring precise fabrication of hangers and supports for piping systems.
- Welded 6-inch air lines using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) with 70S2 or 70S6 wire, maintaining high-quality standards and structural integrity.
- Collaborated with the X-ray crew to perform welding on heavy wall and 3-inch to 20-inch hot oil piping, ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations.
- Installed and welded piping in chill water rooms, working with 3-inch to 24-inch pipes exclusively using GTAW, contributing to the efficient operation of cooling systems.
Stainless Pipe Welder
Beck & Politzer
De Soto, KS
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Initiated work on half-inch Schedule 10 stainless steel air lines and galvanized piping, utilizing 304 material to ensure durability and compliance with industry standards.
- Completed the installation of stainless air lines, demonstrating proficiency in layout and assembly within a controlled environment.
- Transitioned to sanitary stainless piping, focusing on fitting and welding straight runs, flanges, and 90-degree elbows to meet stringent hygiene requirements.
- Ensured high-quality welds and precise fittings throughout the project, contributing to the overall efficiency and functionality of the piping systems.
Shop Welder/Maintenance Mechanic
Browns Dump & Body Work
Sherwood, AR
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Fabricated dump beds for trucks, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with design specifications to enhance functionality and performance.
- Performed hydraulic system repairs and maintenance on trucks, troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal operation and reliability.
- Assisted with frame modifications and repairs, demonstrating versatility and technical skills in heavy equipment maintenance.
- Conducted engine work as needed, contributing to the overall efficiency and longevity of the fleet through comprehensive mechanical support.
Skills
- Pipe fitting
- Carbon welding with or with out nickel
- 9-Chrome
- Stainless to Carbon
- Pipe or structural
- Rigging
- Precision Millwright Work
- Operate Boom, Scissor and Forklift
- Fab Work
- Can Read Blue Prints and ISO's
- Stainless steel welding
- Pipe welding
- Welding symbols
- Orbital welding
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
Timeline
Specialty Welder
United Energy Service (UES)
03.2026 - 04.2026
Tube Welder
CCIS
02.2026 - 03.2026
Combo Pipe Welder
Deem Mechanical
01.2026 - 02.2026
Combo Pipe Welder
Steller
11.2025 - 01.2026
Specialty Welder
M&M Construction
10.2025 - 10.2025
Combo Pipe Welder
Thompson Construction
08.2025 - 10.2025
Pipe welder
Worley
07.2025 - 08.2025
Millwright/Combo Pipe Welder
Spirit Construction
03.2025 - 07.2025
Stainless Pipe Welder
Beck & Politzer
07.2024 - 03.2025
Shop Welder/Maintenance Mechanic
Browns Dump & Body Work
06.2024 - 07.2024