Chandler Everett
Graham
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in project management and fabrication welding. Adept at leading teams, ensuring quality standards, and implementing effective processes to achieve operational excellence and client satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
HUB Machine and Tool
Graham
01.2024 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure precise measurements and specifications.
- Operated welding machines and tools to complete fabrication tasks efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline welding processes and workflows.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance before final assembly stages.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime during production shifts.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specifications.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders as needed.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Informed forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on fab stock requiring welding.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies used in the fabrication process, ordering additional items when necessary.
- Measured angle of pipe using angle table to ensure precision.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Project Manager
TCI Texas
Huntsville
05.2018 - 10.2023
- Led project planning and execution for multiple initiatives within TCI Texas.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation to guide team efforts and track progress.
- Mentored junior team members on project management best practices and tools.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
Rental Manager
Kubota Tractor
Grapevine
10.2011 - 05.2018
- Managed rental operations for agricultural equipment and machinery.
- Coordinated equipment availability and scheduling for customer needs.
- Oversaw maintenance and repairs of rental inventory to ensure quality.
- Trained staff on rental procedures and customer service standards.
- Developed relationships with customers to enhance service experience.
- Implemented efficient processes for tracking rental agreements and returns.
- Assisted in resolving customer issues related to rentals promptly.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction with the rental process.
- Monitored market trends to adjust rental offerings accordingly.
- Prepared monthly financial reports detailing revenue generated from rentals as well as expenses associated with maintaining the properties.
- Performed daily inspections on all rental properties to ensure that they met company standards.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors providing services such as repairs, cleaning, landscaping.
- Implemented marketing campaigns designed to attract new customers interested in renting units.
Education
Associate of Arts - BUISNESS MANAGEMENT
ETSU
Commerce, TXSkills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Custom fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Customer relations
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
HUB Machine and Tool
01.2024 - Current
Project Manager
TCI Texas
05.2018 - 10.2023
Rental Manager
Kubota Tractor
10.2011 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts - BUISNESS MANAGEMENT
ETSU