Blake Dickson
Theodore
Summary
Detail-oriented welder skilled in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. Proven ability in blueprint reading and quality inspection, consistently ensuring high standards and efficiency in fabrication projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder and Fabricator
Bay Performance and Custom Fabrication
01.2020 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds on various materials.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to ensure adherence to safety standards and client requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material waste while maintaining high-quality output standards.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
Maintenance Machinist
Sunbelt Crushing
04.2018 - Current
- Performed maintenance on heavy equipment, including welding, bearing installation, and track repairs.
- Executed precision machining tasks through careful adherence to blueprints and specifications.
- Improved overall production efficiency with timely machine repairs and adjustments.
- Increased machinery lifespan through meticulous inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Education
Bryant High School
Irvington, ALSkills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Layout and fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Parts fabrication
- Welding position proficiency
Timeline
Welder and Fabricator
Bay Performance and Custom Fabrication
01.2020 - Current
Maintenance Machinist
Sunbelt Crushing
04.2018 - Current
Bryant High School