Curtis Holden
Muskegon,MI
Summary
Talented TIG/MIG/SPOT Welder with great experience in using Argon/Argon+C02 gas and working with metals such as CRS and Stainless Steel. Im great at connecting metal components securely by selecting correct methods, materials and tools.
Reliable Employee with different metalworking techniques. Can work independently to accomplish project goals also great with teamwork to get tasks consistently completed on-time. Im great using power tools/drill presses/Air tools/hand tools and more. I can read measuring tapes and also know fractions very well. Im dedicated to making sure that the quality of a product is up to standards and is completed to the customers expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Fabricator
Refab Metal Fab llc
Grand Haven , MI
2022.10 - 2024.03
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Inspected finished welds for conformance with specifications and visually inspected assemblies for quality assurance.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
Mig/TIG Welder
Air Master Systems Corp.
Muskegon , MI
2017.06 - 2021.11
- Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
- Welded and assembled [Type] systems and sub-assembly components.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Assembler/Press Operator
KL Industries
Muskegon , MI
2017.01 - 2017.06
- Accurately set-up fold, adjusting roll mechanisms, tension and guide devices.
- Loaded raw materials into press machines, identifying proper materials and adjusting machine calibrations to achieve proper fit and prevent jams and other processing errors.
- Unloaded processed materials from machines, inspecting product to verify compliance with specifications required for further processing and discarding or reprocessing defective output.
- Cleaned machines between production operations and after shifts, using air hoses, chemical cleaners and pressure washers to prevent buildup and maintain good functioning condition.
- Communicated with supervisors and specialized machine technicians to receive instruction on correct machine operation and request assistance with set-up when necessary.
Construction Worker
Gray Space Const.
Muskegon , MI
2013.02 - 2017.01
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing waste from job site prior to shift completion.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
- Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
- Provided industry insight to coworkers to assist work completion.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Prepared sites for concrete work by breaking up damaged concrete and leveling or contouring ground.
Education
GED -
Duck Creek
Muskegon, MI06.2008
Skills
- TIG welding
- Brake press operation
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Basic/advanced math
- Work ethic
- Active listening
- Working collaboratively
- People skills
- Team management
- Reading Blueprints
- Dedication to quality
Timeline
Welder/Fabricator
Refab Metal Fab llc
2022.10 - 2024.03
Mig/TIG Welder
Air Master Systems Corp.
2017.06 - 2021.11
Assembler/Press Operator
KL Industries
2017.01 - 2017.06
Construction Worker
Gray Space Const.
2013.02 - 2017.01
GED -
Duck Creek
Similar Profiles
Teklemichael kibreabTeklemichael kibreab
Welder at Glenmore Fabricators, Metal FabWelder at Glenmore Fabricators, Metal Fab
Adrian Legorreta CabralAdrian Legorreta Cabral
Supervisor of Quality at Metal City FabSupervisor of Quality at Metal City Fab
CONNOR LE PINECONNOR LE PINE
General Fit Up and Fabrication at Metal Fab IndustriesGeneral Fit Up and Fabrication at Metal Fab Industries