Clayton Connell
Bushnell,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented welder with extensive experience in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new techniques and improve production efficiency.
Experienced with welding techniques and fabrication processes. Utilizes precision and attention to detail to ensure high-quality, durable welds. Strong understanding of safety protocols, effective teamwork, and safe project completion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Fabricator
HDD All Florida
Stuart, FL
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and improve efficiency.
- Assisted in quality control inspections to verify weld integrity and adherence to standards.
- Adapted quickly to new techniques and materials in a fast-paced work environment.
- Supported senior welders in troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing solutions.
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing welding duties.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools to maintain optimal performance.
- Trained new welders
Welder/Welding Fabricator
All Weld
Indiantown, FL
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Operate MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment to enhance safety
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly to reduce operational disruptions
- 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.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Inspect welds for structural integrity and compliance with safety standards
- Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Education
Welding Certifications - Welding
Fusion Welding Institute
Ocala, FL04-2026
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Horizontal welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Welding position proficiency
- Welding procedure specification
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
HDD All Florida
04.2025 - 12.2025
Welder/Welding Fabricator
All Weld
01.2024 - 03.2025
Welding Certifications - Welding
Fusion Welding Institute