Christopher Calhoun
Kingsland,Tx
Summary
Rig welding professional with strong expertise in welding techniques, safety protocols, and equipment maintenance. Proven track record of delivering high-quality welds in challenging environments. Reliable team player known for adaptability and effective collaboration. Skilled in MIG, TIG, and arc welding, with focus on achieving optimal results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rig Welder
Baywater Pipeline
09.2024 - Current
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team by regularly sharing best practices and lessons learned from past experiences.
- Improved weld quality by consistently adhering to welding procedures and specifications.
- Enhanced rig safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through strict adherence to safety protocols.
Welder
Texas Fab Co Solution
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Welder/Pipe Fitter
Union Local 286-Hoyt, Brumm & Link
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Refurbishment and maintenance of stainless steel prefabricated piping, utilizing GTAW and GMAW.
Foreman
Fassmer
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Working Foreman for shipyard, aluminum GTAW and GMAW processes
Lead Pipe Welder
Texas FabCo Solution
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Facilitated collaboration with engineers in mapping out innovative pipe skids while managing welding tasks
Welder
Quest Automated Services
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Performed GTAW, dual shield flux core, and SMAW welding techniques for pipe and vessel fabrication.
Leadman
Ameri-Fab
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Functioned as one of three QCs on night shift, responsible for quality assessments.
- Supervised a crew exceeding 20 members in vessel evaluations.
- Executed root, hot pass, and sub arc inspections to maintain high standards.
- Achieved compliance with 100% X-ray and ultrasonic testing for vessel layouts.
Welder
Nailhead Spur Co.
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Executed GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW welding processes with precision.
- Specialized in aluminum TIG welding for structural applications.
- Utilized dual shield flux cored welding for enhanced productivity in structural projects.
- Performed structural welding to meet stringent industry standards.
Education
Certificate - CPWI+V
NWIS Training Inc.
Burton, TX08.2025
Combination Welding And Blueprint Reading
TSTC
Waco, Texas01.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Burnet High School
Burnet, Texas05.2013
Skills
- Experience welding with carbon, stainless, and aluminum
- Combination Welding
- Hard facing
- Torch cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Arc gouging
- Oxy acetylene and propylene cutting
- Heavy equipment operator
- Rigging
- Sub Arc
- Pipe Fitting
- Quality Control
- Safety
Certification
- Forklift licenses
- OSHA 10
- CPR
- Confined space training
- Twic card
- CPWI+V
LANGUAGES
English
Additional Information
In Service Papers for Energy Transfer
Timeline
Rig Welder
Baywater Pipeline
09.2024 - Current
Welder
Texas Fab Co Solution
10.2022 - 09.2024
Welder/Pipe Fitter
Union Local 286-Hoyt, Brumm & Link
04.2022 - 10.2022
Foreman
Fassmer
01.2022 - 02.2022
Lead Pipe Welder
Texas FabCo Solution
10.2019 - 01.2022
Welder
Quest Automated Services
04.2019 - 10.2019
Leadman
Ameri-Fab
03.2016 - 04.2019
Welder
Nailhead Spur Co.
03.2014 - 03.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Burnet High School
Certificate - CPWI+V
NWIS Training Inc.
Combination Welding And Blueprint Reading
TSTC
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