Brendan Bertrand
Robinson,IL
Summary
Seeking a great opportunity in a company that enables me to improve my skills, increase my practical experience, fulfill my personal ambitions and expand my knowledge.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Fabricator/Machinist
Tri-State Machine
01.2022 - Current
- Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspect welds and check critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricate shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Produce high quality products for customers in a timely manner.
- Complete welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Operate hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts on oil field equipment.
- Utilize blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Salvage and rebuild parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Train and supervise junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Collaborate with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
- Maintain safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Inspect pieces for defects and welds for accuracy of compliance with design specifications.
Welder/Fabricator
Chassis Man Racecar's
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Fabricated, built, and repaired equipment for race cars, such as; chassis, engines, rear ends, and notch frames.
- Produced high quality products with the following welding techniques; oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, MIG, and TIG.
- Constructed race car parts with welding equipment, drill presses, power saws, grinders, and metal lathes.
Automotive Technician
Ripley's Total Car Care
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, and other issues of concern.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Lube Technician
Benny's Carwash And Oil Change
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
- Worked alone and in team-based systems to complete up to 70 oil changes each day.
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
- Attended in-house training courses to learn about vehicle electrical system, brakes and diagnostic and repair techniques.
- Educated customers on vehicle systems operation and recommended regular maintenance schedules to promote optimal vehicle functionality.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of 10-point inspection.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
Houston, TX12.2021
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Baton Rouge, LA05.2016
Skills
- Assembled Parts and Fabrication
- Training Junior Team Members
- Testing Devices
- Machinery Operation
- Operational Safety
- Instrument Accuracy
- Stick, MIG, and TIG Welding
- Evaluating Parts
- Equipment Maintenance
- Job Inspections
- Pressure Testing
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Customer Satisfaction
- OSHA Safety Guidelines
Professional References
Name Title Contact Information
Lance Hymel Oil Bay Manager for Benny's (225) 218-3567
Mike Tolbert Owner of Chassis Man Racecar's (281) 798-6347
Jim Anderson Owner of Tri-State Machine (618) 562-3861
Timeline
Welder/Fabricator/Machinist
Tri-State Machine
01.2022 - Current
Welder/Fabricator
Chassis Man Racecar's
06.2021 - 12.2021
Automotive Technician
Ripley's Total Car Care
11.2020 - 06.2021
Lube Technician
Benny's Carwash And Oil Change
02.2019 - 07.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology
Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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