Brice Martin
North Bend,OR
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in mechanical and welding roles, notably as a Journeyman Welder at Fred Wahl Marine Construction. Demonstrated expertise in gas metal arc welding and equipment operation, complemented by a strong ability to work independently or as part of a team. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and quality through precision and dedication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lube Technician
Koos Transportation
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Drove tractor trailer trucks into lube bay, drained oil into used oil container, changed oil filter, refilled oil to correct level.
- Vacuumed interior of vehicles and washed exterior windows to boost driver's satisfaction.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of safety inspection.
- Helped lead mechanic with swap out axels, transmissions and install new engines.
- Drove excavators, 980 Caterpillar, front end loader, shovel truck and 18 wheel tractor trailers.
Welder / Fabricator
Carry-On Trailers
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Most standard welding equipment used included welders, cutting torch, plasma torch, grinders and hardware.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Created custom trailer hitches for all makes and models of vehicles.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Dishwasher
Kozy Kitchen
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations, including mopping dining room floors, took out trash and cleaned restrooms.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Self-Employed
North Bend
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked as a handyman helping customers in their homes repairing and replacing carpet, plumbing and electrical components.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Journeyman Welder
Fred Wahl Marine Construction
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Located and marked work piece bending and cutting lines allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage and other component specifications.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Welding And Fabrication
SWOCC
Coos Bay, OR06-2016
High School Diploma -
North Bend High School
North Bend, OR06-2014
Skills
- Multi-point inspection
- Battery Installation
- Replacing parts
- Parts Ordering
- Gasket replacements
- Tire Changing and Rotation
- Forklift Certified
- Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Shaping and cutting
- Precision measuring tools
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
Pro - Am Rock Drummer
Expert level of skill, able to cover most rock music and other genres.
Timeline
Lube Technician
Koos Transportation
11.2022 - 10.2024
Welder / Fabricator
Carry-On Trailers
10.2020 - 05.2021
Dishwasher
Kozy Kitchen
07.2019 - 03.2020
Self-Employed
North Bend
01.2017 - 01.2018
Journeyman Welder
Fred Wahl Marine Construction
07.2016 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Welding And Fabrication
SWOCC
High School Diploma -
North Bend High School
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