Christopher Todd
Newport News,VA
Summary
Hardworking Welder skilled in MIG, flux and stick welding. Talented at operating drill press and crane. Strong background in welding and metal fabrication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Crane Rigger
Ryans Construction
Suffolk, Virginia
10.2024 - 08.2026
- Fabricated metal components according to project specifications and blueprints.
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment for various construction projects.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and accurately.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards on job sites.
- Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding project progress and challenges.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- 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.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe rigging practices during operations.
- Inspected rigging equipment for safety and compliance before each use.
- Assisted in planning lifts by evaluating load weight and center of gravity.
- Communicated effectively with operators to coordinate lifting activities and timing.
- Maintained clear work areas by organizing tools and equipment for efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during crane operations on site.
- Supported training of new riggers in proper techniques and safety measures.
- Inspected crane rigging components to ensure they met safety standards.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo with a crane.
- Instructed new personnel on safe operation of crane systems and rigging techniques. on proper use of crane systems and rigging techniques.
- Conducted pre-operational inspections of cranes and related equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Coordinated with other trades personnel to ensure smooth operations during projects.
- Performed regular maintenance on cranes and related machinery.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards when performing lift operations.
- Developed plans for hoisting objects safely into place using appropriate rigging techniques.
- Identified potential hazards associated with the use of cranes or rigging components.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Directed work crews for correct placement of blocking and outrigging under cranes.
- Verified daily schedules and instructions with project manager prior to beginning work on project.
- Reviewed job specifications and site conditions to determine appropriate rigging configurations.
- Planned and prepared rigging before performances and handled rigging changes during performances.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
Warehouse Worker/Electric Pallet Jack Operator
Target Upstream
Suffolk, VA
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated warehouse equipment for efficient material handling and product movement.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Operated forklifts to move products efficiently throughout the warehouse.
- Picked and packed customer orders accurately for timely shipment preparation.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment following company safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily operational processes effectively.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse procedures and safety guidelines.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Organized inventory in designated locations to maintain optimal workflow and accessibility.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the warehouse environment.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
- Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow processes.
- Assisted in training new employees on warehouse procedures and safety protocols.
- Utilized handheld scanners to track inventory levels accurately within the system.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
Education
Smaw Fcaw Gtaw Gmaw Aws Certified - Welder
Virginia Peninsula Community College
HAMPTON, VA 01.2024 - 08.2025
Denbigh High School
Newport News, VASkills
- Critical thinking
- TIG welding
- FCAW welding
- Gas tungsten arc
- Welding machine setup
- Welding
- Multi-process welding
- Blueprint reading
- Specification interpretation
- Welding symbols
- Parts fabrication
- Fabrication techniques
- Steel fabrication
- Joint preparation
- Torch cutting techniques
- Overhead welding
- Vertical welding
- Equipment maintenance
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Material handling
- Rigging procedures
- Health and safety compliance
- Welding safety protocols
- Fire prevention
- Measurement tools
- Location layout
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- AWS certified
- Rewelding techniques
- Fire prevention
- Rewelding techniques
- Rigging procedures
- Fabrication
Certification
- Aws certified
SMAW
FCAW
GTAW
GMAW
Timeline
Welder/Crane Rigger
Ryans Construction
10.2024 - 08.2026
Smaw Fcaw Gtaw Gmaw Aws Certified - Welder
Virginia Peninsula Community College
01.2024 - 08.2025
Warehouse Worker/Electric Pallet Jack Operator
Target Upstream
09.2022 - 12.2024
Denbigh High School