Carrie Ellen E. Richards
Grafton,WV
Summary
Detail-oriented Welder Helper with over two years of experience in pipeline operations, including mainline, tie-ins, and lay-barge work. Trained at Lincoln Electric Welding Technology and Training Center, bringing hands-on skills and a strong foundation in welding techniques. Seeking new opportunities to leverage expertise and advance within the industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
Eunice, Louisiana
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted welders with pipe fitting and metal preparation to ensure quality welds.
- Carried welding equipment and materials across active construction sites.
- Cleaned weld joints using grinders, wire brushes, and solvents.
- Assisted with torch cutting and metal fabrication under supervisor direction.
- Maintained safe work areas by removing scrap and welding debris.
- Cleaned work areas, removing debris and maintaining safe conditions
- Assisted crew members with manual tasks and daily labor needs
- Performed various physical labor tasks to support project needs.
- Proposed ideas and solutions to improve team processes and project outcomes.
Welder Helper
WHC Energy Services
Broussard, Louisiana
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted welders with pipe fitting and metal preparation to ensure readiness for welding.
- Prepared weld joints by cleaning with grinders, wire brushes, and solvents for optimal weld quality.
- Carried welding equipment and materials across active construction sites.
- Moved tools, supplies, and equipment across employer job areas
- Cleaned work areas, removing debris and maintaining safe conditions
- Supported crew members with various manual tasks to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
Delcambre, Louisiana
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported Sunland Construction welders with pipe fitting and metal preparation tasks.
- Cleaned weld joints using grinders, wire brushes, and solvents.
- Carried welding equipment and materials across active construction sites.
- Moved tools, supplies, and equipment across employer job areas
- Cleaned work areas, removing debris and maintaining safe conditions
- Assisted crew members with manual tasks and daily labor needs
- Completed a variety of physical labor tasks to support project progress. of physical labor tasks.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Education
6 Week API Pipe Welding Course
Lincoln Electric Welding Technology And Training Center
Euclid, OH 03.2024 - 04.2024
Grafton High School
Grafton, WV16 Week Comprehensive Welding Course
Lincoln Electric Welding Technology And Training Center
Euclid, OH 08.2023 - 12.2023
Skills
- Metal preparation
- Torch cutting
- Joint cleaning
- Fabrication support
- Site safety
- Problem solving
- Team communication
- Attention to detail
- Load securing
- Arc welding
Timeline
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
09.2025 - Current
Welder Helper
WHC Energy Services
06.2025 - 09.2025
Welder Helper
Sunland Construction
05.2024 - 06.2025
6 Week API Pipe Welding Course
Lincoln Electric Welding Technology And Training Center
03.2024 - 04.2024
16 Week Comprehensive Welding Course
Lincoln Electric Welding Technology And Training Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Grafton High School