Enthusiastic Welder committed to exceeding project expectations. Expert in preparing surfaces for welding by removing unwanted materials or grime and setting up proper equipment. Trained in operation and maintenance of related tools.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Drilltools
Kilgore, Texas
09.2024 - 01.2025
Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Welder/Fitter
Mcclung Energy Services Inc.
Kilgore, Texas
06.2021 - 03.2022
Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
Welded metal pieces together using MIG, and other welding processes as required.
Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
Welder/Fitter
Tyler Steel Company
Tyler, Texas
08.2017 - 07.2020
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
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.
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Welder
Warfab
Hallsville, Texas
09.2015 - 05.2017
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
Welder/Fitter/Ironworker
Zachry Industrial
San Antonio, Texas
04.1998 - 05.2016
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Welder
Trinity Rail
Longview , TX
06.2002 - 08.2003
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.