Chris Blair
Tomahawk,KY
Summary
Dynamic Fabrication Welder with extensive experience at Wayne Welding, skilled in MIG and stick welding. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and ensure compliance with safety standards. Recognized for enhancing production efficiency and maintaining high-quality weld integrity. Strong collaborator with a commitment to safety and precision in all fabrication projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Wayne Welding
Prichard, WV
09.2024 - Current
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly and welding tasks.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards while performing welding operations.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during production processes.
- Assisted in quality control inspections to verify weld integrity and precision.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
Roof Bolter Operator
Excel Mining
Pikeville, KY
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated roof bolting machinery ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for optimal performance and maintenance.
- Assisted in the installation of roof support systems to enhance mine stability.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate effective workflow during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of bolting activities and material usage on-site.
Roof Bolter Operator
Selah #5 Mine
Williamson, WV
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Adapted quickly to changing operational conditions while following established procedures.
- Supported training initiatives for new operators focusing on safety standards and equipment use.
- Monitored environmental conditions, reporting any hazards or issues immediately to supervisors.
- Maintained clean and organized working areas by properly storing tools, materials, and equipment after each shift.
Fabrication Welder
Wayne Welding
Prichard, WV
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly and welding tasks.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards while performing welding operations.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during production processes.
- Assisted in quality control inspections to verify weld integrity and precision.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sheldon Clark
Inez, KY05-2008
Skills
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Plasma cutting
- Fabrication
- Welding safety procedures
- Jig fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprints
- Stick welding
- Welding procedure specification
- Production
- Aluminum welding
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Wayne Welding
09.2024 - Current
Roof Bolter Operator
Excel Mining
03.2023 - 09.2024
Roof Bolter Operator
Selah #5 Mine
06.2022 - 03.2023
Fabrication Welder
Wayne Welding
02.2018 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Sheldon Clark