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Daniel Conner

Decatur,IL

Summary

Installation Technician and Welder with over 5 years of diverse experience in aluminum welding, MIG welding, and laser operation, specializing in the installation of grain trailer tarp kits and manufacturing large truck frames. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a strong mechanical aptitude, ensuring high-quality results and efficient operations. Committed to leveraging technical skills and innovative approaches to drive advancements in manufacturing and installation processes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder / Maintenance

Shurco
10.2023 - Current
  • Provide aluminum welding and fabrication by fabricating, repairing, and installing steel components for truck beds, tarping systems, and cover assemblies, including hardware and support structures
  • Interpret blueprints or work orders to understand welding requirements and system configurations
  • Provide overall Preventative Maintenance on all equipment
  • Operate machinery and tools, such as forklifts, cranes, hoists, grinders
  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace, following safety protocols going above company standards.
  • Perform as needed preventive and corrective maintenance: Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment—this includes conveyors, pumps, motors, valves, hydraulics, etc.

Municipal Summer Worker

City of Decatur
06.2024 - 10.2024


Operator Vac truck, dump truck and end loader

Class B CDL / tanker endorsement

Night and weekend work (part-time)

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Welder

Caterpillar
08.2019 - 09.2023

MIG welding and tack setup on large truck frames involves preparing, aligning, and welding thick steel components used in heavy-duty vehicles

Clean and position framed parts using precise measurements and clamps. Apply tack welds to hold components in place to prevent movement or warping. MIG weld to create strong, continuous welds with deep penetration.

Laser operator small parts

Perform manual finish welding, operating robots, carbon arc cutting, sanding, and positioning with cranes.

Follow documented procedures and standard work to ensure safe, defect-free operations.

Sales / Marketing

Body and Fitness Group
11.2009 - 11.2019

Online and traveling sales and marketing

Education

General Studies

SDHS, Decatur, IL
05.1992

Skills

  • Class B CDL with Tanker Endorsement
  • Forklift certified
  • Mig welder Gmaw and Fcaw procedures Aluminum Weld procedure
  • Dump Truck and End Loader experience
  • Sales / Marketing Customer Service

Timeline

Municipal Summer Worker - City of Decatur
06.2024 - 10.2024
Welder / Maintenance - Shurco
10.2023 - Current
Welder - Caterpillar
08.2019 - 09.2023
Sales / Marketing - Body and Fitness Group
11.2009 - 11.2019
SDHS - , General Studies
Daniel Conner