Brandon Benedict
Garnett,KS
Summary
Accomplished Pipefitter/Welder with a proven track record at Taylor Forge Engineered Systems, mastering advanced pipefitting and RT pipe welding across various materials. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and excellence in interpreting blueprints, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and safety standards. Skilled in both technical and team collaboration, ensuring project success. Taking pride in my work is my number one trait. I will try to do better today than I did yesterday. I do my best to bring the most positive attitude to the job.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter/ Welder
Taylor Forge Engineered Systems
05.2018 - Current
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Perform pipe welding with GTAW/ GMAW/SAW/SMAW/FCAW procedures to complete ASME and API code welds.
- Perform cutting and fitting of pipe/weld fitting/ nozzles/ and forgings.
- Perform welding on Carbon Steels/ Stainless/ Inconel/ and Chrome.
- Perform rigging duties and operation of two 10 ton bridge cranes.
Pipe Welder
BHI Energy
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Performed pipe welding on stainless and carbon pipe.
- Performed swagelock tubing bending and instalation with the tubing qualification I had obtained.
- Assist with basic rigging duties.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and procedures.
- Performed cutting of pipe with the WACHS machine and went through a class to learn more about the machine.
- Followed safety rules and expectations to help be a part of a safe work environment.
Plant Operations
East Kansas Agri-energy
02.2018 - 02.2018
- Would pulls samples from different units of the plant and take to the chemistry lab for analysis.
- Manipulate Valves for proper plant functions
- Left job because of extremely unsafe work practices and the attempt of the the company covering them up.
Fertilizer and Grain Handler
Leroy Co-op
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Blending and loading of fertilizer.
- Operation of the anhydrous ammonia unit.
- Loading and unloading of grain.
- Assistant tire shop help.
Pipe Welder/ Fitter
DZ Atlantic
01.2011 - 10.2016
- Pipe welding on stainless and carbon steel.
- Pipefitting duties which included operation of a WACHS split frame, threading pipe, and understanding the fit-up criteria of WCNOC.
- Basic rigging duties
- Stainless tubing Qualification
- Forklift operator
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and procedures.
- Practicing safe and clean work practices.
Education
No Degree - Agri Business
Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott, KSMaster Welder/Pipefitter -
Missouri Welding Institute
Nevada, MO12.2005
High School Diploma -
Anderson County JR/SR High
Garnett,KS05.2004
Skills
- RT Pipe Welding Stainless/ Inconel/ chrome/ carbon steel
- Advanced Pipefitting
- Able to read and interpret blueprints
- Have a strong desire to work safely
- Performing safe rigging practices
- Tube Bending
- Pipe Threading
- Operation of WACHS machine
- Forklift operator
Timeline
Pipefitter/ Welder
Taylor Forge Engineered Systems
05.2018 - Current
Pipe Welder
BHI Energy
02.2018 - 05.2018
Plant Operations
East Kansas Agri-energy
02.2018 - 02.2018
Fertilizer and Grain Handler
Leroy Co-op
11.2016 - 02.2018
Pipe Welder/ Fitter
DZ Atlantic
01.2011 - 10.2016
No Degree - Agri Business
Fort Scott Community College
Master Welder/Pipefitter -
Missouri Welding Institute
High School Diploma -
Anderson County JR/SR High
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