Brandon Hood
Summary
Diligent Fabricator with welding background and proven maintenance and repair expertise. Demonstrated high-level heavy equipment operation and safety process knowledge in large-scale manufacturing environment. Excellent technical, operations and communications skills leading to desired outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fabricator/Supervisor
Surefin Mechanical
02.2011 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Documented all in-process and out-of-process assembly activities.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Monitored inventory, keeping necessary supplies on hand.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
Technician
MasTec
07.2009 - 02.2011
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Install new satellite television equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment
- Maintain company vehicle and equipment.
Carpenter
Custom Features Inc.
09.2006 - 04.2008
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Built and hung custom doors, windows, cabinets, and shelving.
- Experience working in warehouse and onsite.
- Operated and maintained company vehicles.
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.1999 - 09.2004
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed daily operation of squadron maintenance shops; daily maintenance, aircraft testing, and flight schedule.
- Performed scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and testing procedures.
- Acted as multiple program managers; tool, safety and Hazmat.
- Participated in multiple OSHA and EPA inspections.
Education
Certification - Pipefitting And Welding
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC12.2019
High School Diploma -
Indian Land High School
Indian Land, SC05.1999
Skills
- Welding and Fabrication
- Machinery Operation
- Construction Design
- Quality Inspections
- Repair Work
- Installation and Maintenance
- Welding Equipment
- Material Prepping
- Hand and Power Tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance
- Inventory Oversight
- Quality Assurance
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Specification Reading
- Troubleshooting
- Forklift and hoist operations
- Fusing, Cutting, and Measuring Tools Experience
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Shop and project management
- Commercial and residential construction
- Carpentry
- General electrical, plumbing and mechanical skills
Accomplishments
Eagle Scout
Affiliations
Boy Scouts of America - Troop 275 Indian Land, SC: Assistant Scoutmaster
Certification
Pipe welding/fitting certification, York Technical College(2019)
Additional Information
I am a hard worker and diligent leader with attention to detail and common sense.
Timeline
Fabricator/Supervisor
Surefin Mechanical
02.2011 - Current
Technician
MasTec
07.2009 - 02.2011
Carpenter
Custom Features Inc.
09.2006 - 04.2008
Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
09.1999 - 09.2004
Certification - Pipefitting And Welding
York Technical College
High School Diploma -
Indian Land High School
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