Brody Soukup
Holcomb,KS
Summary
Early-career Welder/Pipe Fitter with experience in metal fabrication, pipe welding, and equipment setup. Strong in TIG, SMAW, and oxyfuel cutting, with a consistent focus on industrial safety, hazard awareness, and quality workmanship. Ready to support complex piping projects and meet production deadlines. Willing to work in extreme weather conditions, willing to travel for work opportunities, and willing to work long hours. Able bodied with no physical work limitations or restrictions. Strong work ethic and willingness to accept constructive criticism. Respectful and works well with others. Clean driving record.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Pipe Fitter
Hahn Hydraulics
Garden City, KS
02.2025 - 07.2026
- Prepared metal surfaces with grinders, clamps, and cutting tools
- Followed shop safety rules and used protective gear during fabrication work
- Supported team in fitting, positioning, and beveling tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain piping
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Collected necessary materials for projects, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to production schedules.
- Collaborated with tradespeople to streamline project completion and improve overall coordination.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Drilled and epoxied holes for installation of studs.
- Repair or replace worn parts such as seals and bearings on pumps and valves.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct welding repairs
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Performed TIG welding on stainless steel components to ensure strong and durable joints.
- Executed field welds and jackstand welds, ensuring stability and safety of installations.
- Performed autogenous welding to join metal parts without filler material, ensuring high-quality seams.
- Welding from extreme heights and tight spaces using a safety harness and respirator (PPE) if needed
- Pulled measurements to fabricate piping
- Miter and cope fittings
- Operate scissor lift, forklift, telehandler and boom lift
Welder/Irrigation Rig Hand
Midwest Well & Pump, Inc.
Garden City, KS
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Welded steel pipe and pump components for Midwest Well & Pump field repairs.
- Cut, fit, and assembled metal parts for well system fabrication projects.
- Inspected welds for quality, alignment, and structural strength.
- Operated SMAW and MIG welding tools in shop and field settings.
- Maintained welding equipment, torches, grinders, and safety gear.
- Followed safety procedures for confined spaces, hot work, and metal handling.
- Supported pump crews with fabrication, repair, and on-site welding tasks.
- 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.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Collected materials for projects to ensure timely completion and adherence to production schedules.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Operated welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated oxyacetylene equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Mentored apprentices on safety protocols and proper tool usage during fabrication and welding operations.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Updated supervisors on task progress to facilitate project coordination and address any emerging issues.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Rigged drilling equipment for Midwest Well & Pump well and pump service jobs.
- Operated rig controls during drilling, casing, and pump installation activities.
- Handled drill pipe, tools, and materials across active job sites.
- Mixed drilling fluids and maintained mud levels during borehole work.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Inspected rig equipment and reported worn hoses, parts, and tools.
- Followed safety procedures and supported hazard-free work around drilling operations.
- Cleaned, secured, and staged equipment for transport between Midwest Well & Pump sites.
- Assisted crew communication during well repair, pump service, and setup tasks.
- Carried out maintenance tasks such as replacing worn-out components and repairing damaged equipment.
- Performed daily rig inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Inspected drill bits regularly for signs of wear or damage before use.
- Collaborated with crew members to complete tasks efficiently. with other crew members in order to complete assigned tasks quickly and accurately.
- Assisted in the operation of the drilling equipment and machinery, including pumps, motors, derricks, and hoists.
- Observed safety protocols while performing all duties related water well operations.
- Lubricated moving parts on rigs as needed to prevent breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety practices while working onsite.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding work progress and any problems that arose during a shift.
- Coordinated structural and heavy lifts with properly rigged equipment.
- Inspected equipment before and after use to increase longevity and maximize safety.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Monitored pressure gauges to ensure that they remain within safe operating limits at all times.
- Installed drill pipe into the hole using tongs or elevators when necessary.
- Provided support during well completions by running casing strings, cementing operations, and other activities.
- Maintained accurate records of all tools used on the rig floor.
- Operated winches and cranes to load supplies onto trucks or barges.
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
- Performed manual operating and maintenance tasks in accordance with company policies and standards.
- Observed manufacturer safety instructions when using machinery and work tools.
- Fabricated and welded heat exchangers and discharges.
Education
Welding Technology - Welding
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS05-2023
Skills
- TIG welding
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Mig welding
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Oxyfuel cutting
- Welding machine setup
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Welding procedure specification
- Welding symbols
- Mathematics and measurements
- Layout and fitting
- Pipe beveling
- Equipment operation
- Scaffolding safety
- Rigging operations
- Industrial safety
- OSHA compliance
- Fire prevention
- Welding safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Time management
- Hazard awareness
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Worksite organization
- Forklift operation
- Team communication
- Multi-process welding
- Heat treatment
- Layout and fitting
- Scaffolding safety
- Rigging operations
Certification
- Class 1: Electric Motor Rider Forklift Certification 08/18/22
- Class IV: Internal Combustion Engine Forklifts with Cushion Tires Certification 08/18/22
- Class V: Internal Combustion Engine Forklifts with Pneumatic Tire Certification 08/18/22
Timeline
Welder/Pipe Fitter
Hahn Hydraulics
02.2025 - 07.2026
Welder/Irrigation Rig Hand
Midwest Well & Pump, Inc.
01.2022 - 11.2025
Welding Technology - Welding
Garden City Community College