Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Brian Keen

Haysi,VA

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Welder

Clintwood JOD
Belcher, Kentucky
03.2025 - Current
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs in equipment.
  • Assisted in planning and scheduling maintenance activities for production equipment.
  • Operated welding machines and tools following established operational guidelines.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
  • Monitored welding machines to ensure optimal performance during operations.

Welder/Fabricator

C and C Highline
Beaver, West Virginia
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
  • Maintained welding equipment for optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine specifications and welding sequences.

Pipeline Welder

EMATS Inc
Cedar Bluff, Virginia
04.2020 - 10.2024
  • Fabricated and welded pipeline components using various welding techniques.
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
  • Operated welding equipment and maintained tools for optimal performance.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to execute precise welding tasks.
  • Assisted in training junior welders on best practices and safety measures.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on welding machines and equipment.
  • Adhered to EMAT's guidelines for environmental safety during operations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
  • Welded and fabricated pipelines according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Monitored amperage levels during the entire welding process in order to ensure proper heat input into material being joined.
  • Utilized knowledge of engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and sketches to determine job requirements.
  • Calculated dimensions of parts as required for fabrication projects.
  • Operated overhead cranes or hoists when moving heavy objects.
  • Cleaned surfaces with solvents before welding operations.
  • Fabricated piping for gas distribution systems utilizing manual or semi-automatic welding processes.
  • Performed welding on steel, iron and other metals using oxy-acetylene, arc welding and plasma cutting equipment.
  • Grinded down rough edges around completed welds using portable grinders or hand tools.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings or work orders to perform assigned tasks accurately.
  • Checked finished products against quality control standards before final delivery.
  • Provided technical support in troubleshooting pipeline issues.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all welding equipment used on the job site.
  • Ground down weld beads after completion of each weld joint in order to achieve desired finish.
  • Measured angles between components prior to welding operations.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Set up jigs or fixtures to secure work pieces during the welding process.
  • Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
  • Joined components with job-specific welding techniques.
  • Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.

Pipeline Welder

Tucker Energy
Pasadena, Texas
03.2017 - 02.2020
  • Fabricated pipeline components using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards during all welding operations.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide welding processes.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on job sites.
  • Conducted inspections of completed welds for quality assurance and integrity.
  • Operated cutting tools and equipment for precise material preparation.
  • Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Installed valves, flanges, fittings and piping accessories according to project plans.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Operated overhead cranes or hoists when moving heavy objects.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings or work orders to perform assigned tasks accurately.
  • Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
  • Performed welding on steel, iron and other metals using oxy-acetylene, arc welding and plasma cutting equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all welding equipment used on the job site.
  • Provided technical support in troubleshooting pipeline issues.
  • Ground down weld beads after completion of each weld joint in order to achieve desired finish.
  • Monitored amperage levels during the entire welding process in order to ensure proper heat input into material being joined.
  • Set up jigs or fixtures to secure work pieces during the welding process.
  • Calculated dimensions of parts as required for fabrication projects.
  • Checked finished products against quality control standards before final delivery.
  • Utilized knowledge of engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and sketches to determine job requirements.
  • Cleaned surfaces with solvents before welding operations.
  • Welded and fabricated pipelines according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Grinded down rough edges around completed welds using portable grinders or hand tools.
  • Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
  • Measured angles between components prior to welding operations.
  • Joined components with job-specific welding techniques.
  • Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.

Pipeline Welder/Welder Foreman

Strong Fabrication and Welding
Richlands, Virginia
04.2012 - 03.2017
  • Fabricated and welded pipeline components following specifications and safety standards.
  • Operated welding machines and equipment to complete various pipeline projects.
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to execute precise welding tasks.
  • Trained junior welders on techniques, safety protocols, and best practices.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues to minimize project delays.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Ground down weld beads after completion of each weld joint in order to achieve desired finish.
  • Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all welding equipment used on the job site.
  • Measured angles between components prior to welding operations.
  • Performed welding on steel, iron and other metals using oxy-acetylene, arc welding and plasma cutting equipment.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to standards.
  • Fabricated piping for gas distribution systems utilizing manual or semi-automatic welding processes.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings or work orders to perform assigned tasks accurately.
  • Utilized knowledge of engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams and sketches to determine job requirements.
  • Welded and fabricated pipelines according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Provided technical support in troubleshooting pipeline issues.
  • Monitored amperage levels during the entire welding process in order to ensure proper heat input into material being joined.
  • Calculated dimensions of parts as required for fabrication projects.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Cleaned surfaces with solvents before welding operations.
  • Set up jigs or fixtures to secure work pieces during the welding process.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Operated overhead cranes or hoists when moving heavy objects.
  • Grinded down rough edges around completed welds using portable grinders or hand tools.
  • Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
  • Joined components with job-specific welding techniques.
  • Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
  • Supervised welding operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
  • Trained new welders on techniques and equipment usage.
  • Coordinated project schedules and allocated resources effectively.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance standards.
  • Maintained welding equipment and performed regular maintenance checks.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret blueprints and specifications.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in fabrication tasks.
  • Trained junior welders on proper use of welding equipment, tools, and techniques.
  • Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine appropriate welding methods needed for each job.
  • Established work schedules based on project deadlines and available resources.
  • Created detailed reports regarding progress of projects and submitted them to management.
  • Performed preventive maintenance checks on welding machinery and equipment.
  • Monitored usage of consumables such as electrodes, fluxes, and shielding gases, ensuring they are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
  • Inspected completed welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Analyzed employee performance data in order to identify areas needing improvement or training opportunities.
  • Inspected and repaired components to determine and complete needed corrections.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on proper welding techniques.
  • Investigated customer complaints about defective products or services and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and maintenance to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Ordered additional supplies or replacement parts as needed from vendors or suppliers.
  • Ensured that all welding processes were performed according to standard operating procedures.
  • Resolved conflicts among employees in a professional manner while maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems related to weld joints or weldments during production runs.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for welding supplies and materials.
  • Directed the installation of new equipment, machines, and tools to improve production efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations related to health and safety standards in the workplace.
  • Assigned and monitored daily welding tasks for crew members.
  • Developed safety protocols to be followed by welders in order to prevent injuries.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.

Pipeline Welder

Circle T Pipeline
Richlands, Virginia
09.2008 - 04.2012
  • Fabricated pipeline components using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards during all welding operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on job sites.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide welding processes.
  • Conducted inspections of completed welds for quality assurance and integrity.
  • Operated cutting tools and equipment for precise material preparation.
  • Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
  • Installed valves, flanges, fittings and piping accessories according to project plans.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Operated overhead cranes or hoists when moving heavy objects.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings or work orders to perform assigned tasks accurately.
  • Repaired leaks in pipes using welding techniques.
  • Performed welding on steel, iron and other metals using oxy-acetylene, arc welding and plasma cutting equipment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all welding equipment used on the job site.
  • Provided technical support in troubleshooting pipeline issues.
  • Ground down weld beads after completion of each weld joint in order to achieve desired finish.
  • Monitored amperage levels during the entire welding process in order to ensure proper heat input into material being joined.
  • Set up jigs or fixtures to secure work pieces during the welding process.
  • Calculated dimensions of parts as required for fabrication projects.
  • Checked finished products against quality control standards before final delivery.

Pipeline Welder

Little River Pipeline
Pounding Mill, Virginia
10.1998 - 09.2008
  • Fabricated pipeline components using MIG and Stick welding techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards during all welding operations.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide welding processes.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow on job sites.
  • Conducted inspections of completed welds for quality assurance and integrity.
  • Operated cutting tools and equipment for precise material preparation.
  • Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability.

Education

High School Diploma -

Whitewood High School
Whitewood, VA
06-1994

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Southwest Virginia Community College
Cedar Bluff, VA

Skills

  • MIG welding
  • SMAW (stick welding)
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee training
  • Process troubleshooting
  • Technical support
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Currently certified to weld for CNX Gas
  • Previously certified to weld for Williams TransCanada
  • Previously certified to weld for Diversified Gas
  • Previously certified to weld for Columbia Gas, Chesapeake Gas, Dominion, EQT

References

  • Bryan Josey Phone - (276) 219-2018
  • Eddy Brown Phone - (276) 701-7119
  • Mike Street. Phone - (276) 701-5273

Timeline

Maintenance Welder

Clintwood JOD
03.2025 - Current

Welder/Fabricator

C and C Highline
11.2024 - 02.2025

Pipeline Welder

EMATS Inc
04.2020 - 10.2024

Pipeline Welder

Tucker Energy
03.2017 - 02.2020

Pipeline Welder/Welder Foreman

Strong Fabrication and Welding
04.2012 - 03.2017

Pipeline Welder

Circle T Pipeline
09.2008 - 04.2012

Pipeline Welder

Little River Pipeline
10.1998 - 09.2008

High School Diploma -

Whitewood High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Southwest Virginia Community College

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