Brennen Garner
Timnath,CO
Summary
The craft of welding reminds me of the beauty of life itself. Problems have solutions, and mistakes are destined to happen.
The stick welder that my little brother got for Christmas last year intrigued me ever since I saw him open it. I worked at Walmart full time; the thing caught my eye every day, and I eventually desired to use it. It all started when I requested my brother's assistance in setting it up, and I have been hooked ever since. My objective is to pursue my passion for metal works regardless of how much money I make. I love what I do, and that is the secret to my success. It is inevitable for someone who loves their job to become better at it every single day without even realizing it. The amount of knowledge one can acquire from oneself is amazing, and just being in the shop welding actively has made me 100 times better. I relate welding to life in that you are able to fix practically anything, regardless of how bad things get. As one of my coworkers once said, "If you burn through it, then fill it". The idea is that when a piece of metal is burned through whilst welding, bridge tac to "fill it". Anything and everything can be repaired, but are you willing to put forth the additional effort to do so? It is a fact of life that everyone in this world has problems, but do you intend to 'throw' them away or do you plan to "fill' them up?
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
C&T Custom Fabrication
Johnstown, CO
04.2022 - Current
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Applied safety equipment, kill switches and pinch points to machinery.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Reworked, repaired and adjusted cable assemblies and harnesses to meet safety standards.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Assembled and welded metal parts to create electronic circuit boards.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Monitored work area and equipment functionality and reported safety issues to management for effective resolution.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Operated soldering iron stations to solder connectors to cable assemblies.
Grocery Stocker
Walmart
Fort Collins, CO
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected needs.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Maintained fitness in order to move merchandise efficiently and safely.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills and understanding of packing slip processing requirements.
- Applied proper safety procedures in warehouse, stockroom and store and immediately informed management of safety concerns.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Placed special customer orders for custom or special order merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fossil Ridge High School
Fort Collins, CO05.2021
Skills
- Plasma Cutters
- Torch Installation
- Mathematical Calculations
- Welding and Bolting
- Power Tools Operations
- Waste Reduction
- Gas Flow Adjustments
- Corrective Actions
- Equipment Safety
- Active Listening
- Vertical Welding
- Welding Techniques
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Machine Tools
- Safe Work Practices
- Custom Fabrication
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Knowledge of Heavy Equipment
- Applying Tack
- Work Order Analysis
- Engineering Drawings Analysis
- Quality Control Analysis
- Straightedge Measurements
- Micrometers and Calipers
- Workpiece Examinations
- Hand Torches
- Band Saws
- Metal Component Installation
- Overhead Welding Position
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Welding Chart Specifications Compliance
- Material Tagging
- Portable Grinders
- Template Designs
- Assembly Planning
- Metal Shaping Machines
- Parts Cleaning and Degreasing
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
C&T Custom Fabrication
04.2022 - Current
Grocery Stocker
Walmart
05.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Fossil Ridge High School
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