Damian Hurst

MIG Welder

The Trailer Shoppe

Ephrata , PA

10.2023 - Current

Assessed projects to determine the appropriate welding process and equipment needed.
Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
Troubleshot welding problems as required.
Repaired worn or damaged parts by cutting out sections using torches or plasma cutters then re-welding them into place.
Filled gaps between parts using various types of filler materials such as fluxes, rods, wires and alloys.
Cleaned workpieces prior to welding using wire brushes, grinders or chemical solutions.
Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine work requirements prior to beginning projects.
Readied components for fabrication by marking reference lines and measuring distances accurately with calipers, rulers or micrometers.
Maintained a clean workspace throughout the day.
Organized tools, supplies and equipment at the end of each shift.
Adhered strictly to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
Completed welds in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions.
Produced smooth and even welds by maintaining consistent approach.
Used correct tools, materials and attachments for the specific job.
Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.