Brandon Messex
Washougal,WA
Summary
Dedicated welder and mechanic with extensive experience at Tbailey, excelling in fluxcore and submerged arc welding techniques. Proven ability to deliver high-quality fabrication and defect repair while mentoring junior welders. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and commitment to safety, consistently enhancing workshop efficiency and project outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic Trainee
Recology
11.2024 - Current
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel equipment according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmission, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Welded and fabricated various parts for large conveyor system and industrial compactors.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
Journeyman Welder
Tbailey
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Assisted in training apprentice welders, providing guidance on best practices and proper technique for optimal results.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Welder/Mechanic
Pioneer Truckweld
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Diagnose and repair dumptruck beds, hitches, reach tubes
- build log trucks from given blueprints
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- worked on electrical wiring for DOT trailer and lights along with installing or replacing hydraulic systems
- Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
Education
Certificate of Completion Master Welder Program - Welding And Fabricating Processes
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK03-2010
Skills
- MIG welding
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Plasma cutting
- Fabrication
- Parts fabrication
- Defect repair
- Blueprints
- Flux core arc welding
- Stick welding
- Crane and rigging safety
- AWS D11 structural welding code
- Submerged arc welding
- Hand and power tool operation
- Measurements and calculations
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic Trainee
Recology
11.2024 - Current
Journeyman Welder
Tbailey
01.2024 - 11.2024
Welder/Mechanic
Pioneer Truckweld
08.2021 - 12.2023
Certificate of Completion Master Welder Program - Welding And Fabricating Processes
Tulsa Welding School
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