Craig Kimble
Zachary,LA
Summary
Dedicated Welder offering years of expertise in working with different materials to manufacture top-notch products. Talented in reading work orders and technical drawings to determine project specifications and layout. Driven to work with efficiency and precision to increase production output while reducing waste. Expert in communicating with teammates and supervisors to provide smooth operations.
Adept at planning and executing jobs, including hiring crew, organizing supplies and monitoring performance. Knowledgeable about safety procedures, osha training, twic card ,Valid Louisiana license with a clean driving record.
Looking to move up in supervision and gain as much knowledge as I can.Im a fast learner easy going dedicated to my craft and job.
Knowledgeable Project Executive adept at leading teams, developing plans and solving issues to mitigate project delays, strategic planning and performance optimization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder / Foreman
TCS Mechanical
Taylor, TX, Sherman Tx
03.2023 - Current
- Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Managed a team of welders, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Reduced workplace accidents by enforcing strict safety protocols and conducting regular safety training sessions.
- Collaborated with other foremen to streamline workflows for improved efficiency across teams.
Welder/ Pipefitter
Bob Bernhard And Associates
Baton Rouge La
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Foreman
Tcs
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
Pipefitter
Turner Industries Group LLC
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Welded metal parts with gas welding equipment as specified by layout, welding diagram, or work order
- Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE
Welder/ Pipefitter
GRP Mechanical Co. Inc.
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
- Effectively managed repair and maintenance scheduled to increase shop organization and equipment longevity
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions
- Removed rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, hand files and scrapers
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
- Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work
- Sustained safety protocols and ensured proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials
Combo Welder
TFS
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
- Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
- Used [band saw,grinders, beveling Machines]to cut, contour and bevel metal and structural shapes to accurate dimensions
Combo Pipe Welder
Frank Lill & Son Inc.
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning and welding techniques
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time
Combo Welder
Skanska
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
- Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning and welding techniques
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials
ComboWelder
NSC
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers in face-to-face encounters and through phone conversations
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions
General Foreman
SNC Lavalin
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding
- Collaborated with technical and administrative teams to develop and implement successful corrective plans
- Ensured projects were completed according to approved time, quality and cost estimates
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively
- Reported to supervisors weekly regarding project progress, site problems and labor status
- Supervised material usage and contractor hours to keep projects in line with budgets
- Recorded supplies, parts, equipment and employee work hours for every job
- Assigned duties to each employee based upon skills set and monitored progress daily
- Managed 10-person team focused on multiple jobs
Crew Foreman/General foreman
Snc
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
- Obtained all sign-offs and certificates of occupancy
- Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality
- Secured required permits and arranged supplies for each project
- Complied with federal and company regulations to ensure that all job sites maintained high level of safety
- Monitored team member work and assisted with accomplishing objectives
- Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports
- Inspected all jobs for accuracy, safety and compliance
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns with [superintendent]
- Managed 20 person team focused on piping jobs
Pipefitter
Ryan & Associates
03.2015 - 07.2015
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery
- Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications
Pipefitter
Rubicon
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining
- Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE
Pipefitter/foreman
Enerfab
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
- Accurately read blueprints to install piping and materials effectively
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
- Observed safe work rules, including fall protection and PPE
Pipefitter/foreman
PCS
06.2011 - 08.2013
- Supervised apprentices, answering questions and providing feedback on work
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment
- Assessed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
- Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
- Directed team of 10 skilled workers to ensure quality, compliance and safety
Pipefitter
Big Cajun
11.2010 - 05.2011
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing
- Cut and hammered pipes to meet design specifications for individual system installations
- Managed work with little supervision
Pipefitter
Rubicon
10.2009 - 10.2010
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Assisted with project and site-related objectives, including acquisition, operating financing, financial controls, systems integration, and audits
- Cut, fit, and welded metal components, including plate, structural shapes, and pipe
- Cleaned all construction areas to avoid hazards
Pipefitter
Serimax Thunder Horse Project
05.2009 - 10.2009
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems
- Identified, removed and replaced worn components to maximize system functionality
- Managed product testing processes with staff engineers
Pipefitter Journeyman
Williams Plant Services, Riverbend Nuclear Station
Saint Francisville, LA
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting issues, repairing damaged components, and replacing worn parts as needed.
- Maximized production quality through precise measurements and cuts for optimal pipe fitting results.
- Exceeded expectations in meeting strict deadlines without compromising on the quality of workmanship or safety standards followed onsite.
- Ensured seamless transitions from existing systems to new installations by retrofitting older structures with updated piping configurations.
- Employed problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve potential issues during installation, preventing costly delays or rework.
Pipe fitter
Lewis Mechanical
01.2004 - 06.2008
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe and stainless steel tubing
- Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job
- Observed safe work rules
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery
Apprentice
J&J Mechanical
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2003 - 10.2003
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines
Education
Zachary High School
Zachary, LAJourneymen Pipefitter - undefined
Local 198 Apprentice School
Baton Rouge, LA2009
Skills
- Pipe fitting
- Fabrication
- Certified Welder
- Project foreman
- Safety knowledge
- Hand/power tools
- Safety procedures knowledge
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Licensed in [louisiana]
- Building codes understanding
- Contractor management
Timeline
Welder / Foreman
TCS Mechanical
03.2023 - Current
Pipefitter Journeyman
Williams Plant Services, Riverbend Nuclear Station
01.2023 - 04.2023
Welder/ Pipefitter
Bob Bernhard And Associates
04.2022 - 01.2023
Foreman
Tcs
04.2021 - 04.2022
Pipefitter
Turner Industries Group LLC
01.2020 - 04.2020
Welder/ Pipefitter
GRP Mechanical Co. Inc.
07.2019 - 11.2019
Combo Welder
TFS
05.2019 - 07.2019
Combo Pipe Welder
Frank Lill & Son Inc.
11.2018 - 04.2019
Combo Welder
Skanska
09.2018 - 11.2018
ComboWelder
NSC
05.2018 - 09.2018
General Foreman
SNC Lavalin
03.2017 - 04.2018
Crew Foreman/General foreman
Snc
03.2016 - 04.2017
Pipefitter
Ryan & Associates
03.2015 - 07.2015
Pipefitter
Rubicon
01.2014 - 04.2015
Pipefitter/foreman
Enerfab
08.2013 - 03.2014
Pipefitter/foreman
PCS
06.2011 - 08.2013
Pipefitter
Big Cajun
11.2010 - 05.2011
Pipefitter
Rubicon
10.2009 - 10.2010
Pipefitter
Serimax Thunder Horse Project
05.2009 - 10.2009
Pipe fitter
Lewis Mechanical
01.2004 - 06.2008
Apprentice
J&J Mechanical
07.2003 - 10.2003
Zachary High School
Journeymen Pipefitter - undefined
Local 198 Apprentice School