BRADLEY KYLE WILLIS
Decatur,AL
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead/ Equipment Operator
JB&L Civil Contracting
Decatur, AL
01.2022 - Current
- Performed several different type jobs.
- Small fabrication and welding to fix equipment.
- Operator heavy equipment excavators, dozer, skid steer, etc.
- Led a team to meet project deadlines consistently, ensuring proper communication and task delegation.
- Assisted in the selection process for purchasing new equipment based on project requirements, budget considerations, and long-term value assessment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by enforcing strict housekeeping standards and promoting a culture of orderliness.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity, diligently monitoring equipment performance and addressing issues promptly.
- Trained new employees on safe equipment operations, fostering an environment of teamwork and continuous learning.
- Recommended equipment upgrades or replacements based on performance analysis, cost-benefit evaluations, and overall impact on the project timeline.
Production Welder
Polaris Industries
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Disassembled, corrected, and reassembled defective components
- Created high-quality welds using the MIG technique
- Watched production lines for consistent errors and reported problems to supervisor
- Collaborated with Group Leads to ensure smooth workflow and efficient organization operations
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety
- Cleaned and degreased parts, equipment, and work surfaces
- Measured parts to check compliance with design documents
- Ensured timely response in picking and packing of reorders
- Informed supervisors when machines needed major service
Produce Clerk
Kroger
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, or containers, by hand or using trucks or Dollies
- Stack cargo in locations such as transit sheds or in holds of ships as directed, using pallets
- Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments, material, or equipment needs
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Education
Welding Coursework -
Drake State Community and Technical College
01.2017
High School Diploma -
Priceville High School
05.2015
Skills
- Equipment safety
- Quick learner
- Leader
- Good communication skills
- Strong Initiative
- Self-motivated
- Equipment operator
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Steel Fabrication
Timeline
Lead/ Equipment Operator
JB&L Civil Contracting
01.2022 - Current
Production Welder
Polaris Industries
02.2017 - 03.2021
Produce Clerk
Kroger
04.2015 - 03.2016
Welding Coursework -
Drake State Community and Technical College
High School Diploma -
Priceville High School