Charles Dostal
Wallis,TX
Summary
Driven professional with 32 years of experience in welding and inspection. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Dostal's Welding, LLC
04.2003 - 08.2023
- Own and operate welding/ fabrication business.
- Skilled in reading blueprints, and applying applicable specifications.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Quote and plan jobs in multiple states around the country.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Welder III/Mechanic
Thermal Energy Corporation
10.1999 - 04.2003
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Welded plate and pipe all positions utilizing SMAW,GMAW,GTAW and FCAW processes.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Assisted in various maintenance tasks on chilled water, steam and cooling tower components.
Hull Maintenance Technician
United States Navy
10.1989 - 10.1999
- Served as a mentor to junior technicians, sharing knowledge regarding best practices in hull maintenance techniques.
- Maintained safety standards by ensuring proper usage of personal protective equipment and adherence to relevant guidelines.
- Increased operational efficiency by performing welding, brazing, and cutting tasks on various materials for ship repair.
- Enhanced crew safety, performing regular checks on firefighting equipment and participating in emergency drills.
Education
Graduated A-701-027 non-nuclear components welding school -
United States Navy
San Diego, CA01.1993
High School Graduate -
Brazos High School
Wallis, TX05.1989
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Project Management
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Attention to Detail
- Driven and Determined
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
AWS-CWI #24040161 Exp April/01/2027
ASME 31.1/31.3 weld certification
AWS D1.6 weld certification
Timeline
Owner
Dostal's Welding, LLC
04.2003 - 08.2023
Welder III/Mechanic
Thermal Energy Corporation
10.1999 - 04.2003
Hull Maintenance Technician
United States Navy
10.1989 - 10.1999
Graduated A-701-027 non-nuclear components welding school -
United States Navy
High School Graduate -
Brazos High School
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